Le Havre vs Lorient Live Stream: Ligue 1 Match Preview

Ligue 1 action continues with a crucial relegation six-pointer as Le Havre hosts Lorient at the Stade Océane. This match pits two teams who have had a similarly difficult start to the season, both desperate for a victory to pull away from the bottom of the table.

Match Details:

Competition	Date	Kick-off (GMT)	Venue
Ligue 1	September 21, 2025	4:15 PM	Stade Océane, Le Havre, France

Team Form and Analysis:

Le Havre has had a difficult start to their Ligue 1 campaign, currently sitting in 13th place with just three points from their first four league matches. The hosts are coming off a 1-0 away defeat to Strasbourg, their third loss in four games. Under manager Didier Digard, Le Havre has struggled to find consistent form, but they have shown flashes of promise, particularly in a recent 3-1 home win over Nice. They will be looking to their home advantage to secure a much-needed victory, but they are dealing with a number of key injuries, with Andy Logbo a doubt with a shoulder injury.

Lorient, meanwhile, has also had a dreadful start to their season, currently sitting in 16th place with just three points from their first four league matches. The visitors are coming off a humiliating 4-0 away defeat to Marseille, their third loss in four games. Under manager Olivier Pantaloni, Lorient has struggled to find their rhythm, conceding a league-high 12 goals so far this season. They will be looking to turn their fortunes around and secure a much-needed victory, but they face a tough task against a Le Havre side that has a strong home record against them. They are dealing with a number of key injuries to players like Bandiougou Fadiga, Nathaniel Adjei, and Panos Katseris, and Darlin Yongwa is suspended.

Head-to-Head:

The historical head-to-head record between these two clubs is closely contested. The two teams have faced each other 23 times, with both sides having seven victories. However, Le Havre has a slight advantage in home duels, with six victories in 13 games at the Stade Océane. The last time the two sides met was in January 2024, with a thrilling 3-3 draw.

Player to Watch:

Le Havre: All eyes will be on their key attacking player Issa Soumaré, who has scored three goals in his last 10 league games and will be a constant threat in attack. The hosts will also be looking to the creativity of their new signing Damian Pizarro to create chances and exploit any defensive frailties.
Lorient: The focus for Lorient will be on their key attacking players, particularly Aiyegun Tosin and Sambou Soumano. Tosin has scored two goals in his last three appearances and will be a key threat, while Soumano has also been a creative force with a goal and an assist to his name this season.

Prediction:

Given both teams’ recent struggles, this match promises to be a tight and cagey affair. While both sides have shown defensive vulnerabilities, Le Havre’s home advantage and their excellent recent form against Lorient suggest that they have the upper hand. A narrow home victory for Le Havre seems like a very plausible outcome, but with Lorient’s desperation for a victory, a draw is also a strong possibility.

Live Stream and TV Broadcast:

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