Angers vs Le Havre Prediction and Betting Tips for this French Ligue 1 Statistics feast, scheduled for Saturday, April 18, 2026, at 18:00 GMT. The match will be broadcast live on beIN Connect and Fanatiz from the Stade Raymond-Kopa. Referee Marc Bollengier will oversee this crucial encounter.
Both teams have struggled to find consistent form lately, making this a high stakes encounter for both managers. Can Angers use their home advantage to secure all three points? This match promises to be a tight tactical battle with both sides looking to avoid a costly defeat.
Angers vs Le Havre Key Facts and Stats
Angers has seen under 2.5 goals in 5 of their last 5 home league matches.
The hosts have struggled offensively failing to score in 38% of their matches this season.
Le Havre currently remains unbeaten in 2 matches but struggles significantly when playing away games.
Visiting Le Havre has failed to find the net in 45% of their total league fixtures now.
Goal scoring duties for Angers rely heavily on Esteban Lepaul who has scored 16 goals.
Le Havre will miss the presence of Abdoulaye Toure who is sidelined with a knee injury.
Solid home defensive record with a low average of 1.07 goals conceded.
High defensive discipline leading to 79% of home matches ending under 2.5 goals.
Significant goal scoring threat from Esteban Lepaul who has netted 16 times.
- Angers's Weaknesses
Weak attacking efficiency at home with only 10.43 average shots per match.
Ineffective at set pieces ranking 16th for home corners won with 4.36.
Chronic lack of creativity failing to score in 38% of matches this year.
League Position
14
+ Le Havre's Strengths
Excellent at drawing mistakes from opponents with 14.43 fouls won per game.
Positive momentum entering this match with a current two game unbeaten run.
Attacking presence of Issa Soumare who has scored 6 goals this season.
- Le Havre's Weaknesses
Dreadful away form sitting in the bottom 4 with 0.5 points per game.
League worst away attack scoring an average of only 0.57 goals per match.
Vulnerable defensive line on the road conceding 1.71 goals per away fixture.
Match Preview
Angers is currently sitting 13th in the table and needs a win to find some breathing room. Alexandre Dujeux has built a side that is hard to beat at home. However, they have struggled to score lately, netting only 3 goals in their last 5 fixtures.
The absence of Carlens Arcus and Yassin Belkhdim is a massive blow for the hosts. Haris Belkebla will need to step up in midfield to provide stability. Without Arcus, the defense might lose some of its usual composure, but they remain a very disciplined unit.
Esteban Lepaul remains the main threat for Angers with 16 goals this season. He averages 0.64 goals per 90 minutes and will be the focus of every attack. If Lepaul can find space between the defenders, Angers might just snatch a narrow 1-0 victory.
Le Havre finds itself in 14th position, just below their opponents. Didier Digard has overseen a slight improvement in form with a 2 match unbeaten run. Still, their away record is concerning, as they have only won once on the road all season long.
The loss of Abdoulaye Toure to a knee injury is a significant setback for the visitors. Issa Soumare will lead the line, hoping to add to his 6 goals. He will need support from Rassoul Ndiaye, who has contributed 4 goals from the midfield.
Defensively, Arouna Sangante and Gautier Lloris will have their hands full with Lepaul. Le Havre has conceded 24 goals in 14 away games, a statistic they must improve. If they can keep a clean sheet, a draw might be a very positive result for French Ligue 1 Statistics fans.
Ally Samatta finally found the net for Le Havre, scoring his first goal in 22 appearances. Coach Didier Digard, who maintained unwavering faith in the Tanzanian striker, praised Samatta’s tactical contributions and work rate beyond just statistics. Digard emphasized that despite the long scoring drought, Samatta’s ability to stretch defenses and hold up play remains vital for the Normandy club’s offensive structure.
L. Raolisoa, H. Belkebla, L. Mouton, B. Van den Boomen, J. Ekomie
FW
L. Machine, A. Sbai
OUT
C. Arcus(OUT),
M. Courcoul(OUT),
Y. Belkhdim(OUT),
D. Harouna(QUES)
Le Havre (3-5-2)
Didier Digard
GK
M. Diaw
DF
A. Sangante, A. Seko, G. Lloris
MF
F. Doucouré, L. Gourna-Douath, S. Ebonog, R. Ndiaye, Y. Zouaoui
FW
M. Samatta, I. Soumaré
OUT
A. Toure(OUT)
Referee
Marc BOLLENGIER
Prediction
Under 2.5 Goals @1.57
Angers has shown a very clear trend when playing at the Stade Raymond-Kopa this season. 5 of their last 5 home matches have resulted in under 2.5 goals. This defensive solidity is backed by their average of only 1.07 goals conceded per home game. With a low average of 10.43 shots per match, they rarely engage in high scoring shootouts during league play.
Le Havre follows a very similar pattern when traveling away from home lately. 4 of their last 5 away fixtures have seen under 2.5 goals scored. They average a meager 0.57 goals per game on the road, which makes a high scoring game unlikely. Since both teams struggle to find the net, a low scoring affair seems to be the most logical outcome here.
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FAQ – Angers vs Le Havre Prediction
Who is the favorite in the match between Angers and Le Havre?
This is a close battle between two defensive sides, but Angers has a slight edge due to their home advantage and strong defensive organization.
Where can I watch the Angers vs Le Havre match?
The Angers vs Le Havre match will be broadcast live on beIN Connect and Fanatiz in the USA.
What time does the Angers vs Le Havre game start?
Kick-off is scheduled for 18:00 (GMT) on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
Who is the referee for this Ligue 1 encounter?
Marc Bollengier is the appointed referee for this match at the Stade Raymond-Kopa.
What is the predicted score for Angers vs Le Havre?
Given the strong defensive statistics of both teams, a low scoring result such as a 1-0 win or a 1-1 draw is highly likely.
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