Metz vs Le Havre Preview, Prediction, Head-to-Head, Team News, Possible Line-ups, and Betting Tips

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3 Minutes Read
September 26, 2025

Stade Saint-Symphorien is the setting for a massive relegation six-pointer as FC Metz take on Le Havre AC. Both teams are desperately fighting for survival in Ligue 1, with just a few points separating them in the drop zone.

Metz, with home advantage, will see this as a must-win game, while Le Havre would likely be content with a point to keep them above their rivals. The immense pressure and high stakes make this a nerve-shredding home vs away match preview.

Metz vs Le Havre Match Preview/Betting Preview

This home vs away betting preview centers on a tense, tactical battle where a single mistake could be decisive. Expect a cagey start with both teams wary of conceding first. Metz will be forced to take the initiative, which could leave them vulnerable to Le Havre’s counter-attacks. For bettors, this match is less about free-flowing football and more about grit, determination, and which team can handle the pressure.

Team Recent Form

Metz: LLLDW

Le Havre: LDLLL

Key Stats

There have been under 2.5 goals scored in 5 of Le Havre’s last 6 away games in Ligue 1.
Metz have failed to win their last 10 matches.
Le Havre are undefeated in their last 3 matches against Metz in all competitions.

My exact correct score prediction is Metz 1 – 1 Le Havre. I predict a tense, scrappy affair that ultimately ends in a draw, a result that favors Le Havre more than Metz. Both teams will be so fearful of losing that they may cancel each other out for large periods. A moment of quality or a defensive error will likely lead to a goal for each side, but neither will do enough to secure a vital three points.

Metz vs Le Havre H2H

Le Havre are undefeated in the last 3 H2H meetings (W1 D2).
The reverse fixture ended in a 0-0 draw.
Both teams have scored in only 1 of the last 5 encounters.
The last match at this venue was a 1-1 draw in Ligue 2.

Pre-game Odds

Metz Win: 2.40
Draw: 3.10
Le Havre Win: 3.20

Team News Home

Metz will be without the suspended defender Ismaël Traoré, a key leader at the back. Forward Lamine Camara is also a major doubt due to injury, which could limit their attacking options in this crucial match.

Team News Away

Le Havre have a significant boost with striker Mohamed Bayo returning from suspension. However, they have several injury concerns in midfield, with Oussama Targhalline and Yassine Kechta both facing late fitness tests.