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Rennes and Villarreal will go one-on-one on Thursday at 17:45 GMT in a shootout for the top spot in Group F. With just two points separating the two, a win either way will determine who finishes at the top and who qualifies second from the group.

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Key Highlights

Rennes have won their last three consecutive matches in Group F on their way to 12 points from the available 15. They have won four and lost once in their five group-stage outings.

Second-placed Villarreal have also sealed qualification to the knockout stage of the Europa League. However, the top spot in Group F has not been settled yet, giving Thursday’s match an edge.

Rennes demonstrated their cutting edge in the final third. They have scored 11 times in five matches and conceded three in the process.

Villarreal have not been as prolific; they have scored only six goals in five matches. They have also conceded five times in the process. However, they are unbeaten in their last four games, winning three times and drawing once.

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The clash will be highly tactical, with Rennes playing on the front foot while Villarreal will be pragmatic and compact in their approach.

Injury Report

Rennes have not reported any fresh injury worries ahead of Thursday’s home match. They will have the full complement of the squad available for selection.

Villarreal will be without the injured Yeremy Pino, Denis Suarez, and Alexander Sorloth for the clash against Rennes.

Prediction

Rennes will win the home match and seal qualification as group winners into the knockout stage of the Europa League.

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