Metz vs Le Havre Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 28 Sep 2025
Ligue 1 Betting Preview: Metz vs Le Havre
Metz host Le Havre in this French Ligue 1 meeting at Stade Saint-Symphorien, with kick-off set for 11:15 on Sunday 28 September. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.
Le Havre Can Battle Well Against Metz
If you agree with our view that Le Havre can perform well against Metz, then you can bet them with a +0.25 goal start at -152. This means our Asian Handicap stake is divided equally between 0 and +0.5.
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1-0 Victory for Metz in Last H2H
Metz were beaten in their last game. Away from home at Stade Louis II, Monaco claimed a 5-2 win. Stephane Le Mignan's team had three shots on target and enjoyed 57% possession, with Habibou Mouhamadou Diallo and Gauthier Hein scoring one goal apiece.
Le Havre drew 1-1 against Lorient in their previous game. This was on home soil at Stade Océane. The Normandy side had the lion’s share of the ball boasting 60% possession and two shots on goal, with Issa Soumare on the scoresheet.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The most recent head-to-head saw Metz land a 1-0 away victory over Le Havre at Stade Océane.
| Ligue 1 | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 |  Le Havre |
5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 8 | -2 | 6:8 | 4 |
| 18 |  Metz |
5 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 13 | -8 | 5:13 | 1 |
Metz have 4 losses and 1 draw, averaging 1.0 goals from 2.6 shots on goal and 8.0 attempts. Les Grenats have averaged 51.2% possession, 476.2 passes and 4.2 corners per match, with their opponents getting 2.6 goals from 6.0 shots on goal, 12.6 attempts and 5.6 corners.
The five top scorers are Habibou Mouhamadou Diallo, Gauthier Hein, Jean-Philippe Gbamin, Boubacar Traore and Sadibou Sane, with these players all scoring 1 goals. Gauthier Hein has made the most assists with 2.
Le Havre – Last 10 League GamesLe Havre have won 3, lost 5 and drawn 2, with an average of 1.4 goals from 10.8 attempts and 3.8 shots on goal. There’s been an average of 44.9% possession, 400.5 passes, 4.0 corners awarded and 4.2 corners against them, while they’ve conceded 1.7 goals from 11.2 attempts and 4.7 shots on goal.
Issa Soumare has top scored with 4, while Rassoul Ndiaye, Fode Doucoure and Abdoulaye Toure are next on 2. Issa Soumare and Junior Mwanga have managed 2 assists in the last 10 games.
Predicted & Confirmed Lineups
Metz predicted lineup (5-3-2): Jonathan Fischer (GK), Koffi Frank Kouao, Maxime Colin, Jean-Philippe Gbamin, Terry Yegbe, Fode Ballo-Toure, Jessy Deminguet, Boubacar Traoré, Gauthier Hein, Cheikh Sabaly, Habib Diallo.
Le Havre predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Mory Diaw (GK), Loic Nego, Gautier Lloris, Arouna Sangante, Thomas Delaine, Ayumu Seko, Abdoulaye Toure, Fodé Doucouré, Yassine Kechta, Issa Soumaré, Ally Samatta.
Metz vs Le Havre Prediction & Betting Tips
Our Metz vs Le Havre betting tips provide expert coverage of all major angles, including our main match prediction, top player prop picks, correct score recommendation, corners betting angle and best bet builder insights.
Match Prediction
We’ll side with Le Havre +0.25 for this Ligue 1 clash, with an attractive -152 available. Our verdict is that they’ll perform strongly and the Asian Handicap line looks generous for this outcome.
The latest Ligue 1 injuries and suspensions can affect the overall outcome and we use this information as well as the form guide. The same applies to the stats so that we can get the best understanding of how things might pan out.
Key Metz vs Le Havre league stats:
Le Havre +0.25 Probability
Based on the odds from the best betting apps, our pick carries a 60.2% chance of winning. However, our research has found that the actual probability is closer to 70%. That means we’re regarding it as a value bet.
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Correct Score Prediction
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We’re going for Le Havre at +700 to secure a 1-0 win. It’s exciting to bet on the correct score and this wager will hopefully be able to land a nice return.
Player Prop Picks
Mbwana Samatta (Le Havre) has recorded over 2.5 shots in three of his past five Ligue 1 matches. We think that the value can be found by wagering on Player Shots and you can get +148 that he goes over the line.
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Yassine Kechta (Le Havre) is available at +1000 to be on the scoresheet. He looks like a value pick and we think that the odds offer plenty of appeal when it comes to wagering on Anytime Goalscorer.
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Corners Prediction
The 8.5 Total Corners line has not been covered in four consecutive Le Havre games, with two of the past two Metz home matches having the same outcome. There is value when it comes to going under the Total Corners line and this is available at +102.
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Bet Builder Tips
We’ve got a bet builder and the legs include Le Havre to cover the +0.25 Asian Handicap, less than three goals to be scored accompanied by Mbwana Samatta (Le Havre) to record Over 2.5 shots.
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Metz vs Le Havre Odds
The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.
Tight Clash on the Cards According to the Bookies
The latest Full-Time Result betting odds are available for this Ligue 1 encounter and you can get +160 that Metz win and +163 that Le Havre triumph. Those wanting to back the draw can get +250.
The Draw No Bet market simplifies things as it offers two options and money back if the game finishes level. Metz are -118, while Le Havre are alternatively priced at -115.
The Total Goals market looks like a close call, with Under and Over 2.5 Goals trading at a similar price. BTTS wagering is popular and you can back Yes at -139 on the Both Teams to Score market.
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Habib Diallo Shortest Odds for First Goalscorer
Those interested in favourite Habib Diallo to find the net first are able to get +510. If the Anytime Goalscorer angle makes more appeal, then this is +230.
Metz League Stats
Le Havre League Stats
- 4 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 5 matches
- 1 defeat and 1 draw in the previous 2 home matches
- 3 wins, 5 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 5 wins, 4 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.00 goals scored and 2.60 conceded in the previous 5 matches
- An average of 0.50 goals scored and 1.00 conceded in the previous 2 home matches
- An average of 3.60 goals per game in the previous 5 matches
- An average of 1.50 goals per game in the previous 2 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 5 matches
- BTTS Yes in 1 of the previous 2 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 5 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 0 of the previous 2 home matches
- An average of 1.40 goals scored and 1.70 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.80 goals scored and 1.80 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.10 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.60 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 9 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 8 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 4.20 corners awarded and 5.60 corners conceded in the last 5 matches
- An average of 3.50 corners awarded and 3.00 corners against in the last 2 home matches
- An average of 9.80 corners awarded in the last 5 matches
- An average of 6.50 corners awarded in the last 2 home matches
- Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 2 of the last 5 matches
- Had the most corners in 1 and least corners in 0 of the last 2 home matches
- An average of 4.00 corners awarded and 4.20 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 3.90 corners awarded and 5.00 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 8.20 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 8.90 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 7 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 8 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 51.20% possession in the last 5 matches
- An average of 46.50% possession in the last 2 home matches
- Most possession in 3 of the last 5 matches
- Most possession in 1 of the last 2 home matches
- An average of 44.90% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 40.90% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 3 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Metz this season are Boubacar Traore (1), Gauthier Hein (1), Habibou Mouhamadou Diallo (1)
- Top Assistors for Metz this season are Gauthier Hein (2), Cheikh Sabaly (1), Giorgi Tsitaishvili (1)
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Metz vs Le Havre Lineups & Team News
The Metz vs Le Havre team news could change everything — review it before betting. We’ll bring you both the expected and confirmed lineups for Ligue 1, along with current injury news.
Metz Predicted Lineup 5-3-2
Le Havre Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1
Metz Predicted Lineup 5-3-2
Le Havre Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1
Previous Metz Lineups
Previous Le Havre Lineups
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marseille | 6 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 12:5 | 12 |
| 2 | Monaco | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 13:7 | 12 |
| 3 | PSG | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 10:4 | 12 |
| 4 | Lyon | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 7:3 | 12 |
| 5 | Strasbourg | 6 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 9:7 | 12 |
| 6 | Lille | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 13:8 | 10 |
| 7 | Lens | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 8:5 | 9 |
| 8 | Rennes | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 7:8 | 8 |
| 9 | Toulouse | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 7:9 | 6 |
| 10 | Auxerre | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 4:6 | 6 |
| 11 | Paris FC | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 9:12 | 6 |
| 12 | Nice | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 6:9 | 6 |
| 13 | Angers | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 3:4 | 5 |
| 14 | Brest | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 9:11 | 4 |
| 15 | Le Havre | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 6:8 | 4 |
| 16 | Nantes | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3:5 | 4 |
| 17 | Lorient | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 6:13 | 4 |
| 18 | Metz | 5 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 5:13 | 1 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marseille | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 10:2 | 9 |
| 2 | Monaco | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 11:5 | 9 |
| 3 | Lyon | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 5:0 | 9 |
| 4 | Lens | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6:2 | 6 |
| 5 | Rennes | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4:1 | 6 |
| 6 | PSG | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3:0 | 6 |
| 7 | Nice | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4:2 | 6 |
| 8 | Lille | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3:1 | 6 |
| 9 | Strasbourg | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3:2 | 6 |
| 10 | Auxerre | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3:2 | 6 |
| 11 | Brest | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8:6 | 4 |
| 12 | Le Havre | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5:4 | 4 |
| 13 | Angers | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2:1 | 4 |
| 14 | Nantes | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3:3 | 4 |
| 15 | Paris FC | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5:5 | 3 |
| 16 | Toulouse | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5:6 | 3 |
| 17 | Lorient | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5:7 | 3 |
| 18 | Metz | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1:2 | 1 |
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