Fonseca is expected to set up in his usual 4-2-3-1, with a double pivot designed to control the tempo and spring the front four into action. The likely inclusion of Tyler Morton and Tanner Tessmann in midfield gives Lyon a blend of youthful energy and technical security, while the wide areas — with Kaïl Boudache and Keito Nakamura — offer direct running and creativity. Up top, Lois Openda's pace is a constant menace, and he will look to stretch a Rennes backline that may feature the experience of Brice Samba in goal but could be vulnerable to quick transitions.

Haise, meanwhile, is expected to line up in a 4-3-3, with Valentin Rongier and Adrien Thomasson pulling the strings in midfield and Ludovic Blas drifting into pockets. The front three of Estéban Lepaul, Issa Soumaré and Mahdi Camara has pace and trickery, and they will look to exploit any space behind Lyon's full-backs. But the battle in the middle is where this game will be won. Lyon's double pivot against Rennes' three could see the visitors dominate possession, but Fonseca's side are happy to cede the ball and hit on the break — a tactic that has served them well.

Set-pieces could be a factor. Rennes have the height of Charlie Cresswell and Anthony Rouault, and they will be a threat from corners. Lyon, though, have their own aerial presence in Moussa Niakhaté and Clinton Mata, and they defend set-pieces well. The game state will likely see Lyon with a slight edge in territory but Rennes seeing more of the ball — a classic home-counter setup.