Juventus to host Rennes at Allianz Stadium in Europa League group stage on October 22

Juventus and Stade Rennais meet at the Allianz Stadium on October 22 for their third league-phase fixture of the UEFA Europa League 2026-27. The Turin side will host the French visitors as both clubs aim to build momentum in a group where consistency has been lacking.

Juventus arrive off mixed results domestically and in Europe: they beat Celta Vigo 2-1 in their last Europa League match but were then beaten 0-3 by Lazio in Serie A, a sequence the preview says could dent confidence. The Old Lady have won both of their first two Europa League games and are targeting a third group victory, while Franck Haise’s Rennes began the campaign with a draw before claiming three points in their second match. The preview notes both teams have struggled for consistency and suggests Rennes will seek to take early control on the road.

Nick Woltemade featured prominently for Juventus in their previous Europa League outing, scoring the opening goal, creating seven chances and registering four shots; the preview lists him as a 24-year-old attacker Juventus will rely on. The report says Woltemade kept the opponent’s defence on edge and will be expected to produce another strong attacking contribution for the host club.

For Stade Rennais the preview highlights Sebastian Szymański as a key figure, stating he created the most chances (4) for Rennes in their last European match and describing him as a 27-year-old capable of controlling the midfield and aiding the attack. The piece frames Szymański as one of Rennes’ principal playmakers for the fixture.

Juventus face multiple absences: Kenan Yildiz, Jeff Ekhator, Manuel Locatelli, Kephren Thuram, Kamil Grabara and Francisco Conceicao are listed as injured, with Arman Durmisi suspended, according to the preview. Rennes will be without Esteban Lepaul due to an ankle injury; the article also observes that Juventus’ injury list has contributed to recent vulnerability.

The preview supplies projected lineups as follows — Juventus: Vicario (GK); Kalulu, Bremer, Lucumi, Celik; Luiz, Sarr; Gonzalez, McKennie, Alajbegovic; Woltemade. Rennes: Samba (GK); Reynolds, Cresswell, Rouault, Frankowski; Szymanski, Cisse, Thomasson; Blas, Mayenda, Soumare. These selections are presented as the expected starting XIs for the match.

The preview concludes by forecasting that Juventus are likely to edge past Rennes to secure three points. The clash will take place at Allianz Stadium on October 22 and, for viewers in India, the report states all games will be available live via Sony Sports Network and SonyLIV.