2026-2027 Europa League: Juventus vs. Rennes—Probable Lineups and Where to Watch It on TV
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Juventus is clinging to the Europa League in an effort to put its domestic league struggles behind it. On Thursday, October 22, at 6:45 p.m., the Bianconeri host Rennes at Allianz Stadium on Matchday 3 of the group stage, aiming to continue their European campaign and regain confidence after their crushing 0-3 loss to Lazio.
In Europe, in fact, Luciano Spalletti’s team has gotten off to the best possible start, securing two wins in the first two matchdays against NEC and Celta Vigo and taking the top spot in the standings with a perfect record. This performance stands in stark contrast to the struggles they’ve faced in Serie A, where poor results have fueled speculation about the coach’s future and the possible candidacy of Antonio Conte.
The match against Rennes thus becomes a crucial test for Juventus, who must prove themselves on the field. The French side, coached by Franck Haise, arrives in Turin with four points in the Europa League and sitting in sixth place in Ligue 1. The two teams have faced each other before, having met in the 1999–2000 Intertoto Cup final. On that occasion, Juventus won 2-0 in the first leg, played at the Dino Manuzzi Stadium in Cesena, while the second leg in France ended in a 2-2 draw.
The match between Juventus and Rennes is scheduled for Thursday, October 22, 2026, at 6:45 p.m. at the Allianz Stadium in Turin, for Matchday 3 of the Europa League group stage. Live coverage will be broadcast on Sky Sport Calcio and Sky Sport. The match will also be available via streaming on SkyGo and NOW.
Spalletti must contend with several absences. In addition to Yildiz, Locatelli, and Thuram, Francisco Conceição will be unavailable after leaving the match against Lazio with a dislocated shoulder. Up front, the coach could rely on the duo of Kolo Muani and Woltemade, with McKennie playing behind them. On defense, Kelly is in the running for a starting spot, while Vicario is expected to start in goal. Juventus is expected to line up in a 3-4-1-2 formation. Haise, on the other hand, is likely to go with a 4-3-3, with Nordin at the center of the attacking trio.
Probable lineups
Juventus (3-4-1-2): Vicario, Kalulu, Bremer, Kelly, Celik, Douglas Luiz, Sarr, Cambiaso, McKennie, Kolo Muani, Woltemade. Head Coach: Spalletti.
Rennes (4-3-3): Samba, Frankowski, Cresswell, Boudlal, Nagida, Szymanski, Camara, Rongier, Blas, Nordin, Tamari. Head Coach: Haise.
