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

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3 Minutes Read
September 12, 2025

Stade de la Meinau sets the stage for a Ligue 1 encounter with contrasting ambitions as RC Strasbourg, comfortably mid-table, host a Le Havre AC side desperately fighting for top-flight survival. Strasbourg, under Patrick Vieira, have found a measure of stability and will look to finish the season strongly in front of their home supporters.

Le Havre, however, are in a precarious position and will treat every remaining match as a final, likely adopting a gritty and defensive approach. This clash between a team playing with freedom and one playing under immense pressure is a classic home vs away match preview scenario.

Team Recent Form

Strasbourg: WDLWD

Le Havre: DLLDL

Key Stats

Le Havre have failed to win any of their last 13 away matches in Ligue 1 (D5 L8).
Strasbourg are unbeaten in their last five home matches against Le Havre in all competitions (W3 D2).
Le Havre have failed to score in four of their last five away league games.

I predict the correct score will be Strasbourg 1 – 0 Le Havre. Strasbourg’s solid home form, combined with Le Havre’s profound struggles on the road—particularly in front of goal—points towards a narrow victory for the hosts. Expect a tight game where Strasbourg’s slightly superior quality in the final third will make the difference against a resolute but ultimately limited Le Havre side.

Strasbourg vs Le Havre H2H

Strasbourg are unbeaten in the last five head-to-head meetings (W2 D3).
The reverse fixture earlier this season ended in a 2-1 victory for Strasbourg.
Three of the last five encounters have seen Under 2.5 goals.
Le Havre’s last victory against Strasbourg was in Ligue 2 back in 2017.

Pre Game Odds

Strasbourg Win: 4/6
Draw: 13/5
Le Havre Win: 4/1

(Odds are indicative and subject to change)

Team News Home

Strasbourg will be without key midfielder Dilane Bakwa due to suspension, which is a blow to their attacking transitions. Veteran defender Kevin Danso remains a long-term absentee. However, striker Emanuel Emegha is fit and will lead the line, looking to add to his goal tally.

Team News Away

Le Havre’s survival bid is dealt a significant blow with the suspension of captain and defensive lynchpin Étienne Youte Kinkoué. Midfielder Abdoulaye Touré is also a major doubt due to injury, further depleting their options in the middle of the park. Their attack will rely heavily on the fitness of forward Mohamed Bayo.