Buy Auxerre vs Rennes tickets for the 2026/27 Season. The Ligue 1 fixture is scheduled for Sunday 16 May 2027 at the Stade de l'Abbe-Deschamps, with kick-off currently listed at 15:00 local time (14:00 UK). The league confirms final kick-off times closer to the date, so the slot can still move within that weekend.
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This is matchday 32 of 34, the season's third-last round, played on the banks of the Yonne in one of the smallest cities in the French top flight. AJ Auxerre sold a club-record 12,326 season books for 2025/26, so a late-season visit from a European side is never going to be a quiet afternoon.
The fixture also has a score to settle. Rennes won 4-1 in the reverse meeting in October 2026 and 3-0 on their last visit to Auxerre in February 2026. Before that, the Abbe-Deschamps was one of the hardest grounds in France for Rennes to win at.
Stade Rennais arrive as a Europa League side. They finished sixth in 2025/26 and took a Europa League place after Lens won the Coupe de France, so their supporters have had a season of European nights before this trip to Burgundy. A spring away day to a small, atmospheric ground is exactly the kind of trip they travel for.
For Auxerre, the stakes are about staying in the division. The club spent ten seasons in Ligue 2 before returning. Every home point in May carries weight. That gives the final weeks at the Abbe-Deschamps a tension that the bare fixture list does not suggest.
Supply is tighter than the ground's size suggests. With a record 12,326 season books sold against a capacity of around 18,500, roughly two in every three seats are spoken for before single-match sales open. The remaining pool shrinks further once the away allocation and hospitality are taken out.
The ground itself is part of the appeal. Its capacity is around 18,500 on the club's figure, which means the crowd sits close to the pitch and the noise carries. For neutrals touring French grounds, it is one of the more traditional experiences left in Ligue 1. Plans to extend the Tribune Louault have been held up in the courts, so the ground looks set to keep its current shape for now.
Rennes' European campaign adds a variable. A deep Europa League run would mean Thursday nights abroad in the spring, which can push a Sunday league fixture to a later slot. That uncertainty keeps some holders from releasing seats until the schedule is settled.
Timing adds a final layer. A Sunday in mid-May brings visitors to Burgundy for wine and the old town, with the city only around two hours from Paris by train. Expect demand to firm up once the kick-off time is fixed.
Yes, and for this club it is easier than at most. Auxerre do not run a compulsory paid membership card, so single-match seats go on general sale once season ticket holders are served. With a ground this small, though, a record season ticket base leaves a limited pool for each fixture.
The catch for visitors is timing and language. Sales run through French-language platforms on the club's schedule. The most popular central seats are usually taken by season ticket holders. Buyers from abroad often find out about the sale window too late.
Season books themselves are tiered. Loyalty and renewal rates are reserved for existing subscribers, while new subscribers pay more, so there is no shortcut into the lower rates for a one-off visitor.
A verified marketplace removes that friction. You can compare stands side by side, buy seats together for a group and complete the purchase in English. Listings keep appearing through the spring as season ticket holders release seats they cannot use.
Rennes supporters should note the away rules. The away sector is sold through the visiting club at the league's single price of €10. Rennes fans without an allocation should sit in the side stands rather than the home end, with colours kept out of sight. An away sector of around 880 places goes quickly for a spring trip of this length.
Five things move the price for this match: where you sit, overall demand, how close to kick-off you buy, the late-season context of matchday 32 and whether you want hospitality. In the 2026/27 market a Rennes visit sits above a routine fixture at the Abbe-Deschamps but well below Paris Saint-Germain or Marseille, which shows in the resale ranges below. No listings have appeared for this fixture yet, so the ranges are benchmarked against comparable dates at the ground.
| Ticket Type | Resale Price Range | Best For | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ends / less central | £25 – £45 | Fans who want to be inside at the lowest outlay | Behind the goals and in the upper sections of the end stands |
| Longside standard | £35 – £60 | Most neutrals and first-time visitors | Side stands away from the halfway line, with a full view of the play |
| Central | £50 – £85 | Buyers who want the clearest view | Central blocks of the main stands, mostly held by season ticket holders |
| Premium seating | £75 – £130 | A better seat without a full package | Central seats in the Tribune Guy Roux, close to the dugouts |
| Hospitality / VIP | £180 – £450+ | Corporate guests and special occasions | Lounge and box packages, released in small numbers |
Prices reflect typical resale ranges and may change as demand and availability shift closer to the match.
For context, Ligue 1 seats at the Abbe-Deschamps sit among the more affordable in the division, well below Paris or Marseille for a comparable view. That makes this fixture a strong option for a first French football trip on a sensible budget. Rennes' other away fixtures show a similar pattern, with the Nice visit in October opening at around £23.
Prices for a May fixture tend to move in three phases. Early listings appear months out at moderate levels, the market firms once the kick-off time is fixed and the final week depends on how many holders release late. Groups who need seats together should buy in the first phase.
Bear in mind what each step up buys. The ground is compact enough that even end seats feel close, so moving into the central blocks is mostly about angle and comfort. For many visitors the Tribune Louault is the sweet spot.
The Abbe-Deschamps is a compact four-sided ground beside the river Yonne. The Tribune Guy Roux is the main stand, named after the club's most famous figure, with the Tribune Louault opposite. The Tribune Groupama sits behind the south goal and the Tribune AuxR_Logis behind the north goal. Older guides may use earlier names, such as the Tribune Vaux for the Groupama end.
With around 18,500 seats, there are few genuinely poor views, so the choice is mainly about atmosphere, angle and price. Both end stands have lower and upper tiers, while the side stands put you close to the touchline. Check the stand and row on any listing before you buy, as the angle changes quickly near the corners.
| Area | What It Suits | Pricing Bracket | Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tribune Guy Roux, central | The clearest all-round view | Highest | The main stand with the dugouts and premium seating. Ideal for watching the shape of the game |
| Tribune Louault | Value with a side-on view | Mid | The opposite side, close to the touchline. A relaxed choice for mixed groups |
| Tribune AuxR_Logis, lower | Noise and home atmosphere | Lower | The home end behind the north goal, where Auxerre's ultras gather. Home colours only |
| Tribune AuxR_Logis, upper | Atmosphere with height | Lower | Above the home singing section, with a full view of the pitch |
| Tribune Groupama, home sections | Lower-priced seats | Lowest | Behind the south goal, alongside the away sector. Calmer than the north end |
| Away sector, Tribune Groupama | Rennes supporters | Fixed allocation | Section T, around 880 places across lower and upper parts, entered from Route de Vaux. Backpacks and handbags are not allowed |
Neutral buyers and Rennes fans sitting in home areas should keep colours out of sight. The Tribune Guy Roux and the Tribune Louault suit mixed groups best, while the north end is best left to Auxerre supporters.
Families should look at the side stands first. The atmosphere is calmer than behind the goals, while the compact layout means even younger fans feel close to the play. Avoid the lower AuxR_Logis end, where supporters stand for much of the match.
Hospitality at the Abbe-Deschamps sits mainly around the Tribune Guy Roux, with lounges and private boxes named after the region and the club's history. Packages range from lounge access with a central seat to private boxes. Burgundy's food and wine are a natural part of the offer. Most lounges open well before kick-off so guests can eat without rushing.
| Hospitality Option | Typical Buyer | Main Appeal |
|---|---|---|
| Club Bourgogne or Club Yonne | Couples and solo buyers wanting comfort | Lounge access with food and drink plus a central covered seat |
| Club 1905 | Celebrations and larger groups | A lounge named for the club's founding year, with catering for up to around 100 guests |
| Club Europe | Client entertaining | A premium lounge with dining and seats near the halfway line |
| Loges de l'Abbe-Deschamps | Businesses and private groups | A private box with hosted service and a view straight onto the pitch |
Hospitality for a Sunday fixture in May reaches the resale market less often than standard seats. Corporate holders tend to use their allocation late in the season when the weather is good. If a package suits your budget, buy it when it appears. Packages for the late-season fixtures are often the first to go.
Before booking, confirm exactly what is included: lounge opening time, whether drinks run through half time and if a dress code applies. The club does not publish per-person rates, so listing descriptions are the clearest guide to what each package contains.
| Delivery Type | What to Check |
|---|---|
| Mobile or e-ticket | That the transfer reaches the email used at checkout. Load it before you leave your hotel |
| Print-at-home PDF | Whether the listing requires a printed copy. A screenshot may be refused at the turnstile |
| Postal or courier | That the delivery address is one you will be at, with time for international shipping |
| Collection in Auxerre | The meeting point and time window confirmed in advance, plus photo ID matching the booking name |
Digital tickets for Ligue 1 matches are often issued only in the final days before kick-off. That is normal, provided the listing confirms the delivery window, but contact support if nothing has arrived 48 hours before the match.
Read the listing notes before you pay, as they confirm the delivery method, stand and whether seats are together. Bring photo ID matching the booking name and charge your phone fully if your ticket is digital. If the transfer email has not appeared, check your spam folder before contacting support.
Arrive well before kick-off, since entrances get busy in the final half hour. Large bags are likely to be refused at the search point, so travel light. Bottles, cans and pyrotechnics are prohibited. Pre-match drinks are best taken in the bars of the old town before the short walk down to the river.
The ground sits beside the Yonne within walking distance of Auxerre's old town and the Auxerre-Saint-Gervais railway station. Parking near the stadium fills quickly on matchdays, so walking from the centre is usually the simplest option. The riverside walk is short and flat, which suits families and older supporters. Rennes supporters travelling by coach use the away parking on Route de Vaux.
Away fans should note that backpacks and handbags are banned in the away sector, so leave them on the coach or at the hotel. Searches at the away entrance can be slower than at the home gates, so allow extra time.
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This is already one of the more affordable top-flight fixtures in France. These five habits stretch the budget further. None of them costs anything beyond a little planning.
If the budget is fixed, decide your ceiling before you start browsing. Listings move once May approaches. Buyers with a clear limit are far less likely to overpay in a rush. At these price levels, a few weeks of patience can cover a train ticket from Paris.
Auxerre is an easy trip from Paris, with trains reaching the city in around two hours. Visitors flying in usually land at one of the Paris airports and continue by rail. Overseas buyers should favour mobile or e-ticket delivery, which removes any reliance on international post. Groups who need to sit together should filter for the full quantity rather than piecing together separate listings.
The bigger risk is the schedule. A Sunday listing can move to Saturday once the league sets the final times, so book flexible travel or wait for confirmation before committing. Fans who want to see Rennes at home can also look at Roazhon Park, where they host their Ligue 1 and Europa League fixtures. Rennes is around three hours from Paris by high-speed train, so both grounds fit into a longer French trip.
Auxerre have hosted Rennes 26 times in the top flight at the Abbe-Deschamps, winning 18, drawing three and losing five. For almost two decades the ground was close to impregnable: Auxerre went unbeaten in the first 11 meetings, from 1983 to 2000. Rennes did not win a league game here until May 2001. Many of those home wins came in Auxerre's peak years, when the club won the league and played regularly in Europe.
The recent picture is far more balanced. Since Auxerre returned to the top flight, the three meetings here have produced a 0-0 draw, a 4-0 home win and a 3-0 Rennes victory. Add the 4-1 Rennes win in the Rennes vs Auxerre meeting in October 2026. The visitors arrive with momentum.
What makes this fixture distinctive is how it has swung. A ground where Rennes once struggled to score has become a venue for some of their best away results. That reversal gives the Auxerre crowd a reason to raise the volume. It also gives travelling Rennes fans a reason to believe.
Every figure below covers top-flight league meetings at the Stade de l'Abbe-Deschamps with Auxerre as hosts, from 1983 to the most recent visit in February 2026. Cup ties are excluded.
| Metric | Total |
|---|---|
| Matches played | 26 |
| Auxerre wins | 18 |
| Rennes wins | 5 |
| Draws | 3 |
| Auxerre goals | 46 |
| Rennes goals | 18 |
| Biggest Auxerre win | 4-0 (four times, most recently 3 Nov 2024) |
| Biggest Rennes win | 0-3 (22 Feb 2026) |
| First top-flight meeting in scope | 8 Oct 1983 |
| Most recent meeting in scope | 22 Feb 2026 |
Figures are calculated from the match-by-match record below, cross-checked against Transfermarkt, Ligue 1 match data and Rennes season records.
Auxerre have kept 14 clean sheets in 26 home meetings, more than half. Yet three of Rennes' five wins here have come since 2007, showing how the balance has shifted. For a buyer, the history points to a home win, while recent form points the other way.
Split by era, the contrast is stark. Between 1983 and 2012 Auxerre won 17 of 23 home meetings and lost only four. Since returning to the top flight they have won one of three, with Rennes scoring three times in the most recent visit. That turnaround makes this meeting harder to call than the long-term record suggests.
All 26 league meetings at the ground, newest first, with Auxerre's score shown first. Gaps reflect seasons when one of the clubs was outside the top flight, including Auxerre's ten years in Ligue 2. Cup ties at the ground, such as the 1986 Coupe de France quarter-final and the 2003 semi-final, are not included.
| Date | Score |
|---|---|
| 22 Feb 2026 | 0-3 |
| 3 Nov 2024 | 4-0 |
| 11 Mar 2023 | 0-0 |
| 23 Oct 2011 | 0-1 |
| 14 Nov 2010 | 2-1 |
| 14 Feb 2010 | 1-0 |
| 19 Oct 2008 | 0-0 |
| 29 Aug 2007 | 0-2 |
| 3 Mar 2007 | 1-0 |
| 28 Jan 2006 | 2-0 |
| 14 Aug 2004 | 3-1 |
| 30 Aug 2003 | 2-1 |
| 26 Oct 2002 | 1-0 |
| 4 May 2002 | 2-3 |
| 12 May 2001 | 0-1 |
| 4 May 2000 | 4-0 |
| 29 May 1999 | 2-0 |
| 4 Oct 1997 | 4-0 |
| 3 May 1997 | 4-1 |
| 22 Sep 1995 | 2-1 |
| 22 Mar 1995 | 2-2 |
| 20 Jul 1991 | 3-1 |
| 8 Sep 1990 | 4-0 |
| 9 May 1987 | 1-0 |
| 11 Jan 1986 | 1-0 |
| 8 Oct 1983 | 1-0 |
Every result verified against at least two independent sources, including Transfermarkt, Ligue 1 match data and season records. No source disagreed on any date or score across the full 43-year record.
No. Auxerre do not require a paid membership card. Resale seats need no club account at all.
Yes. Seats at the Abbe-Deschamps cost far less than at the big-city grounds, which makes this a good first French football trip.
In section T of the Tribune Groupama behind the south goal. Anyone in Rennes colours should avoid the north end.
Usually, yes. Check the confirmed kick-off time first, since a late slot can leave you without a train back the same evening.
Packages range from lounge access with a central seat to private boxes with hosted service. Inclusions vary, so read each listing before you commit.
Sources: AJ Auxerre official website (aja.fr), AJ Auxerre visiting supporters' guide, Ligue 1 (ligue1.com), Transfermarkt, UEFA and StadiumDB.