This Le Havre vs Brest preview showcases a match where Le Havre will be desperate to end a dreadful run of form against Brest when the two sides meet for a crucial midweek Ligue 1 battle at the Stade Océane. The hosts, Le Club Doyen, finally snapped a five-game winless streak at the weekend with a massive 1-0 away victory over Auxerre. That result lifted them out of the relegation zone and level on points with their upcoming opponents, providing a much-needed jolt of confidence.
They face a Brest side looking to rebound after their own four-match unbeaten run was emphatically ended by a 3-0 home defeat to PSG. Despite the loss, Éric Roy’s team has been in decent form, particularly on the road where they’ve picked up four points from their last two trips. This match preview will analyze a match where the hosts’ newfound momentum clashes with the visitors’ dominant head-to-head record.
Le Havre vs Brest Match Preview
This is a classic “something has to give” encounter. Le Havre are buoyed by a vital win but have a miserable home record, winning just two of their last 16 Ligue 1 matches at the Stade Océane. Brest, meanwhile, are looking to bounce back but are facing a team they have utterly dominated, having won their last five consecutive meetings against Le Havre. The odds are incredibly tight, suggesting a nervy, close-fought affair where one goal could decide it.
Team Recent Form
Le Havre finally got a ‘W’ on the board after a tough run, while Brest’s momentum was halted by the league champions. (Last 5 matches, all competitions, most recent first).
- Le Havre: WLDDD
- Brest: LDDWW
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Key Stats
- H2H Dominance: Brest have won their last five consecutive matches against Le Havre in all competitions.3
- Clean Sheet Kings: In this fixture, Brest have kept a clean sheet in their last four straight matches against Le Havre.
- Home Goal Streak: Despite their poor home record, Le Havre have scored in four consecutive home games, but they’ve also conceded in all of them.
Correct Score Prediction
Our prediction is a 1-0 victory for Brest.
History is just too hard to ignore in this fixture. Brest have Le Havre’s number, winning five straight and not conceding in the last four. While Le Havre’s win at Auxerre was vital, their home form is still a major concern, having won just twice in their last 16 attempts at the Stade Océane. Brest, despite the PSG loss, have been solid on the road recently. We expect a tight, low-scoring game, consistent with the history of this matchup, with Brest’s tactical familiarity and mental edge proving just enough to scrape another narrow, clean-sheet victory.
Le Havre vs Brest H2H
- Brest have won the last 5 H2H meetings in all competitions.
- Le Havre have failed to score in their last 4 H2H matches against Brest.
- Brest have won to nil in their last 3 league H2H games.
- Le Havre’s last victory over Brest came in 2018.
Pre-game Odds
The bookmakers can barely separate these two sides, making it a very level betting field. You can find the latest odds on Betano.
- Le Havre: 2.62
- Draw: 3.42
- Brest: 2.89
(Odds are subject to change)
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Team News Le Havre
Le Havre manager Didier Digard has some good news, as he appears to have a nearly full squad to choose from. Key centre-back Gautier Lloris returns from suspension and is expected to come straight back into the starting lineup, likely replacing Étienne Youté Kinkoue. Abdoulaye Touré, who scored the winner at the weekend, will be a key man in midfield.
Team News Brest
Éric Roy has a couple of concerns in attack. Forwards Kamory Doumbia and Remy Lascary both missed the PSG game and are considered doubtful for this midweek trip. However, Mama Baldé made his return from injury as a substitute at the weekend and should be available to bolster the forward options, though he will likely start on the bench.
Predicted Lineups
Le Havre (4-2-3-1):
Diaw; Nego, Sangante, Lloris, Zouaoui; Touré, Kechta; Soumaré, Ndiaye, Logbo; Samatta
Brest (4-3-3):
Majecki; Lala, Chardonnet, Coulibaly, Locko; Magnetti, Chotard, Ebimbe; Del Castillo, Ajorque, Mboup
Le Havre vs Brest Betting Tips
Given the strong historical trends and current form, here are our top tips for this Ligue 1 clash. You can place all these bets on Betano.
- Tip 1 – Result: Brest Win
- Tip 2 – Over/Under 2.5 goals: Under 2.5 Goals
- Tip 3 – Both Teams to Score: No
For the best odds and a great platform to back these predictions, check out Betano.
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