Explore MFF’s detailed preview for Le Havre vs Metz in the Ligue 1. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 16:15 BST match.Explore MFF’s detailed preview for Le Havre vs Metz in the Ligue 1. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 16:15 BST match.
Match Details
- Fixture: Le Havre vs Metz
- Date: Sunday, 26 April 2026
- Kick-off: 16:15 BST
- Venue: Stade Océane
Our predictions for Le Havre vs Metz
Match Prediction: Le Havre 1-1 Metz
Le Havre and Metz are both coming off a string of draws and losses, making this clash a potential turning point for either side. Le Havre’s recent form suggests they might struggle to break down Metz’s defence, especially with Arouna Sangante suspended. However, their consistent ability to find the net, albeit just once per game, could be enough to edge a tight contest.Le Havre and Metz are both coming off a string of draws and losses, making this clash a potential turning point for either side. Le Havre’s recent form suggests they might struggle to break down Metz’s defence, especially with Arouna Sangante suspended. However, their consistent ability to find the net, albeit just once per game, could be enough to edge a tight contest.
Metz, on the other hand, have been leaking goals, particularly in their recent losses to Paris and Marseille. Their defensive frailties might be exploited by Le Havre’s attacking trio. However, Metz’s own attacking threats, especially through Habib Diallo, could see them snatch a goal.Metz, on the other hand, have been leaking goals, particularly in their recent losses to Paris and Marseille. Their defensive frailties might be exploited by Le Havre’s attacking trio. However, Metz’s own attacking threats, especially through Habib Diallo, could see them snatch a goal.
Form Guide & Team Overview
Le Havre
Le Havre have been the draw specialists recently, with four of their last five matches ending in stalemates. Their ability to consistently score, even against tougher opponents like Nice and Angers SCO, shows resilience. However, their defence has been shaky, as seen in their 3-2 loss to Paris, which might be a concern going into this match.Le Havre have been the draw specialists recently, with four of their last five matches ending in stalemates. Their ability to consistently score, even against tougher opponents like Nice and Angers SCO, shows resilience. However, their defence has been shaky, as seen in their 3-2 loss to Paris, which might be a concern going into this match.
Recent Ligue 1 Results:
- Draw: 1-1 vs Angers SCO (A)
- Draw: 1-1 vs Nice (A)
- Draw: 1-1 vs Auxerre (H)
- Loss: 2-3 vs Paris (A)
- Draw: 0-0 vs Olympique Lyonnais (H)
Metz
Metz’s form has been less than stellar, with two losses and two draws in their last four outings. Their defence has been particularly porous, conceding three goals in each of their last two defeats. Despite this, they managed to hold Rennes and Nantes to goalless draws, indicating they can tighten up when needed.Metz’s form has been less than stellar, with two losses and two draws in their last four outings. Their defence has been particularly porous, conceding three goals in each of their last two defeats. Despite this, they managed to hold Rennes and Nantes to goalless draws, indicating they can tighten up when needed.
Recent Ligue 1 Results:
- Loss: 1-3 vs Paris (H)
- Loss: 1-3 vs Olympique Marseille (A)
- Draw: 0-0 vs Nantes (H)
- Draw: 0-0 vs Rennes (A)
- Loss: 3-4 vs Toulouse (H)
Head-to-Head Record
The head-to-head record between these two sides has been a tight affair, with two goalless draws and a narrow 1-0 win for Metz in their last three encounters. This suggests a closely contested match is on the cards, with neither team having a clear upper hand historically. Le Havre will be keen to break their winless streak against Metz, while Metz will aim to maintain their unbeaten run in this fixture.The head-to-head record between these two sides has been a tight affair, with two goalless draws and a narrow 1-0 win for Metz in their last three encounters. This suggests a closely contested match is on the cards, with neither team having a clear upper hand historically. Le Havre will be keen to break their winless streak against Metz, while Metz will aim to maintain their unbeaten run in this fixture.
Recent Ligue 1 Results
- Metz 0-0 Le Havre (28 Sep 2025)
- Le Havre 0-1 Metz (21 Apr 2024)
- Metz 0-0 Le Havre (29 Oct 2023)
Team News & Injury Report
Le Havre
- Arouna Sangante (Red Card Suspension)
Metz
- Koffi Kouao (Yellow Card Suspension)
Lineups & Tactical Setup
Le Havre (3-4-1-2)
- Predicted lineup: Diaw (GK), Lloris (DF), Seko (DF), TBC (DF), Doucouré (MF), Ndiaye (MF), Zouaoui (MF), Gourna-Douath (MF), Boufal (AT), Samatta (AT), Soumaré (AT)Predicted lineup: Diaw (GK), Lloris (DF), Seko (DF), TBC (DF), Doucouré (MF), Ndiaye (MF), Zouaoui (MF), Gourna-Douath (MF), Boufal (AT), Samatta (AT), Soumaré (AT)
Le Havre’s predicted 3-4-1-2 formation will likely focus on a solid midfield presence with Fodé Doucouré and Rassoul Ndiaye pulling the strings. The attacking trio of Sofiane Boufal, Ally Samatta, and Issa Soumaré will aim to exploit any gaps in Metz’s defence.Le Havre’s predicted 3-4-1-2 formation will likely focus on a solid midfield presence with Fodé Doucouré and Rassoul Ndiaye pulling the strings. The attacking trio of Sofiane Boufal, Ally Samatta, and Issa Soumaré will aim to exploit any gaps in Metz’s defence.
Metz (4-2-3-1)
- Predicted lineup: Sy (GK), Mboula (DF), Yegbe (DF), Sané (DF), TBC (DF), Gbamin (MF), Tsitaishvili (MF), Hein (MF), Deminguet (MF), Mbala (MF), Diallo (AT)Predicted lineup: Sy (GK), Mboula (DF), Yegbe (DF), Sané (DF), TBC (DF), Gbamin (MF), Tsitaishvili (MF), Hein (MF), Deminguet (MF), Mbala (MF), Diallo (AT)
Metz’s 4-2-3-1 setup will rely on Jean-Philippe Gbamin and Giorgi Tsitaishvili to control the midfield and provide support to their lone striker, Habib Diallo. Gauthier Hein’s creativity will be crucial in breaking down Le Havre’s backline.Metz’s 4-2-3-1 setup will rely on Jean-Philippe Gbamin and Giorgi Tsitaishvili to control the midfield and provide support to their lone striker, Habib Diallo. Gauthier Hein’s creativity will be crucial in breaking down Le Havre’s backline.
Key Battles & Players to Watch
- Samatta vs Yegbe: Samatta’s pace and movement will test Yegbe’s defensive positioning.Samatta vs Yegbe: Samatta’s pace and movement will test Yegbe’s defensive positioning.
- Doucouré vs Gbamin: Doucouré’s energy in midfield will clash with Gbamin’s physical presence.Doucouré vs Gbamin: Doucouré’s energy in midfield will clash with Gbamin’s physical presence.
- Ndiaye (Le Havre): Ndiaye’s ability to link play and drive forward is vital for Le Havre’s attacking transitions.Ndiaye (Le Havre): Ndiaye’s ability to link play and drive forward is vital for Le Havre’s attacking transitions.
- Hein (Metz): Hein’s vision and passing range make him a key playmaker for Metz.Hein (Metz): Hein’s vision and passing range make him a key playmaker for Metz.
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