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In what could prove decisive in the relegation battle, Le Havre welcome Metz to Stade Oceane on Sunday, knowing that victory would move them closer to securing their Ligue 1 status.
The hosts currently sit 14th in the table, holding a five-point cushion above the relegation play-off spot, while the visitors are rooted to the bottom and could have their fate sealed with anything less than a win.
All in all, we expect an interesting match, and if you want to learn more about it, keep reading our Le Havre vs Metz prediction and preview, but don't forget to also look at our other Ligue 1 predictions and our favourite betting tips for today.
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Le Havre vs Metz key stats
- Metz have conceded before half-time in 12 of their 15 away league matches this season.
- Fewer than nine corners have been recorded in five of Le Havre’s last seven matches.
- Metz have lost a league-high 13 of their 15 away Ligue 1 fixtures this season.
Le Havre vs Metz preview: Hosts eye breathing space in survival race
| Le Havre | vs | Metz |
|---|---|---|
| 14th | Position | 18th |
| 30 | Points | 15 |
| 25 | Goals For | 27 |
| 38 | Goals Against | 66 |
| 7 | Clean Sheets | 6 |
| 11th | Home Rank | 17th |
| 17th | Away Rank | 18th |
Le Havre once again find themselves embroiled in a late-season survival battle, mirroring their struggles since returning to the top flight.
Didier Digard’s side enter this encounter on an eighty-game winless run, although they have shown resilience in recent outings, as reflected by a sequence of draws.
Le Havre’s most recent outing ended in a 1-1 draw away at Angers SCO, following identical scorelines against Auxerre and Nice.
Le Club Doyen have struggled for cutting edge, scoring a joint league-low 25 goals in this Ligue 1 campaign.
Metz arrive on an 18-game winless run in the league and staring relegation in the face, having endured a difficult season that has left them bottom of the standings with just 15 points from 30 matches.
Benoit Tavenot’s side suffered their 21st defeat of the season last weekend, falling to a 3-1 home loss against Paris FC, a result that once again exposed their defensive vulnerabilities and lack of resilience.
The visitors have now conceded 66 goals this term, the highest total in the division, and have shipped at least three in seven of their last 12 outings.
The Maroons could be relegated before kick-off if results elsewhere go against them, while defeat here would confirm their drop to Ligue 2.
Le Havre vs Metz form guide and betting insights
| Le Havre | vs | Metz |
|---|---|---|
| D-L-D-D-D | League Form | L-D-D-L-L |
| 4 | Points | 2 |
| 14th | Form Table | 16th |
| 5 | Goals For | 5 |
| 6 | Goals Against | 10 |
| D-L-D-D-D | Form (all comps) | L-D-D-L-L |
Whispers predicts: Le Havre 2-1 Metz
Neither side enters this fixture in strong form, with both teams currently on winless runs, although Le Havre hold a slight edge given their solid home record compared to Metz’s struggles on the road, making a home win at 1.66 a worthwhile selection.
Metz have shown a tendency to concede before the interval, making Le Havre to score in the first half an appealing option at 1.70.
The Maroons have both scored and conceded in consecutive matches, while Le Club Doyen have produced similar outcomes recently, making both teams to score at 1.90 attractive, while combining that with under 4.5 goals increases value at 2.50.
For the corners market, under 9.5 corners at 2.10 looks appealing, considering the majority of Le Havre’s recent fixtures have produced fewer flag kicks.
For those seeking higher odds, the card market offers interest, with at least one red card shown in half of Le Havre’s last 10 matches, including three of the last five, making a sending-off priced at 5.25 a viable outsider option.
> Match result – Le Havre to win at 1.66 | Likelihood: Probable
> Both teams to score – Yes at 1.90 | Likelihood: Possible
> Team to score first-half goal – Le Havre at 1.70 | Likelihood:Possible
> Under 4.5 goals and both teams to score – Yes at 2.50 | Likelihood: Possible
> Under 9.5 corners – Yes at 1.90 | Likelihood:Possible
> Red card to be awarded – Yes at 5.25 | Likelihood: Outsider