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UEFA Europa League Preview: Juventus vs Rennes – Team News, Lineups & Prediction

Allianz Stadium sets the stage for a handsomely-looking UEFA Europa League clash between Juventus and Rennes. It's a chance for both sides to put last weekend's disappointments behind them and turn the page.

Published: Thursday, 22 October 2026 at 4:30 AM
UEFA Europa League Preview: Juventus vs Rennes – Team News, Lineups & Prediction
Key Things to Know
  • Juventus host Rennes in the UEFA Europa League looking to maintain their 100% record in the competition.
  • Luciano Spalletti faces pressure following Juventus's 3-0 Serie A defeat to Lazio last weekend.
  • Francisco Conceicao dislocated his shoulder against Lazio, joining five other injured Juventus players on the sidelines.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Juventus host Rennes at Allianz Stadium in round three of the UEFA Europa League league phase, seeking to rebound from a 3-0 Serie A loss to Lazio. Luciano Spalletti's side enter the match with a 100% Europa League record after victories over NEC Nijmegen and Celta Vigo. Meanwhile, Franck Haise's Rennes travel to Turin aiming to bounce back from a 4-3 Ligue 1 defeat against Paris FC.

Juventus face significant injury problems, with Francisco Conceicao sidelined due to a dislocated shoulder alongside Kenan Yildiz, Khephren Thuram, Kamil Grabara, Jeff Ekhator, and Manuel Locatelli. Rennes are missing only forward Esteban Lepaul. The writer Marko Vrakela predicts a victory for Juventus, who have won their last four home matches in major European competitions.

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