Preview: Le Havre vs PSG Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Ligue 1 2025-26
A massive 28-point difference split these two teams in the division.
Ligue 1 leaders Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) prepare for a tough trip to Normandy on Saturday, February 28, 2026. They face a gritty Le Havre side at the Stade Océane. Coming off a clear 3-0 win against Metz in the Ligue 1, Luis Enrique’s squad sit comfortably at the top of the table.
Even so, they need to stay sharp to hold off pressure from rivals like RC Lens and Lyon FC. Meanwhile, the hosts sit in 13th place. They want to make up for a recent 2-0 loss to Nantes and hope their home crowd helps them knock the Parisians off their stride.
Didier Digard is focusing on defensive discipline right now. He has to deal with a thinned-out back line. The absence of suspended captain Arouna Sangante forces him to shuffle the lineup.
On top of that, injuries to Abdoulaye Touré and Ayumu Seko give him even fewer choices against a team that scores so easily. Hence, Le Havre will likely play a tight, defensive game to annoy the champions.
PSG plan to control the ball through Vitinha and Warren Zaïre-Emery in the middle of the pitch. The visitors still have some injury worries. Ousmane Dembélé and Fabian Ruiz will probably miss the game with calf and knee problems.
Still, the Parisian attack is dangerous. Gonçalo Ramos and Bradley Barcola are on a scoring roll.
Since the history between these teams favours the capital club, most people expect a professional win for the away side. However, the loud atmosphere in Le Havre often leads to a few surprises.
Kick-off:
- Location: Le Havre, France
- Stadium: Stade Océane
- Date: Sunday, March 1
- Kick-off Time: 01:35 AM IST
- Referee: Marc Bollengier
- VAR: In use
Form:
Le Havre: L-W-W-L-D
PSG: D-W-W-L-W
Players To Watch Out For:
Issa Soumaré (Le Havre)
Issa Soumaré currently carries the main attacking load for the hosts. They are preparing for this tough league match. The Senegalese forward has a strong record of six goals and two assists in 23 games this season.
His physical style and directness give his team a much-needed outlet. The Paris Saint-Germain backline must stay alert for the full ninety minutes. His clinical finishing inside the box remains the most likely way for the underdogs to win.
Bradley Barcola (PSG)
Bradley Barcola continues to shine as a key part of the visitors’ frontline. He keeps up a great level of performance every week. In fact, the French international already has eight goals and one assist in just 20 games this season.
His explosive pace lets him get past full-backs with ease. Barcola also sets up plenty of good chances for his teammates in every match. His recent form shows he can take advantage of any gaps in the thinned-out Le Havre defence.
The numbers show that Barcola’s goal-per-minute ratio puts him among the top attackers in the league as the season hits its peak.
Match Facts:
- Paris Saint-Germain maintain an overwhelming historical advantage in this fixture. They have remained unbeaten against Le Havre in every away league meeting this century, including a convincing 4-1 triumph during their most recent visit to the Stade Océane.
- Le Havre demonstrate significant resilience when playing in front of their home supporters. The Normandy club have secured five of their six total league victories this season at the Stade Océane while maintaining a five-game unbeaten streak at the venue.
- Discipline and second-half focus define the Parisian dominance this campaign. The league leaders have been winning at both half-time and full-time in six of their previous seven domestic matches, effectively stifling opposition comebacks before they begin.
Le Havre vs Paris Saint-Germain Betting Tips and Odds:
- Paris Saint-Germain to Win (Full Time): 1.32 (1xBet).
- Over 2.5 Total Goals: 1.44 (Kickoff).
- Both Teams to Score (Yes): 1.83 (Paripesa).
Injuries and Team News:
Several players sit out the Ligue 1 fixture for Le Havre. Sangante misses the match due to suspension. A broken rib keeps Seko on the sideline.
A knee injury sidelines Touré. Both players target an early March return.
Meanwhile, PSG travel without Dembélé and Mayulu. Both players carry calf injuries. Ruiz remains out with a bruised knee.
Finally, a hamstring issue keeps Ndjantou absent. He targets a return in early April.
Head-To-Head stats:
Total matches: 12
Le Havre won: 0
PSG won: 11
Draws: 1
Predicted Starting Lineups
Le Havre Predicted Starting Lineup (4-3-3):
Mory Diaw; Loïc Nego, Timothée Pembélé, Gautier Lloris, Yanis Zouaoui; Simon Ebonog, Lucas Gourna-Douath, Rassoul Ndiaye; Fodé Doucouré, Issa Soumaré, Sofiane Boufal.
Paris Saint-Germain Predicted Starting Lineup (4-3-3):
Matvey Safonov; Achraf Hakimi, Ilya Zabarnyi, Lucas Beraldo, Lucas Hernández; Kang-In Lee, Warren Zaire-Emery, Dro Fernandez; Désiré Doué, Gonçalo Ramos, Bradley Barcola.
Match Prediction:
Paris Saint-Germain should leave Normandy with a comfortable victory this weekend. While Le Havre typically defend with great spirit at the Stade Océane, the significant gap in individual quality usually decides these encounters in favour of the visitors.
PSG currently lead the league with a prolific scoring record, whereas the hosts struggle to contain high-calibre offensive rotations. Because the Parisian midfield controls possession so effectively, the home side will likely find few opportunities to relieve the pressure on their makeshift defensive line.
Prediction: Le Havre 1-3 PSG
Telecast Details
India: N/A
UK: Ligue 1 Pass
USA: beIN SPORTS
Nigeria: MBS Sports
When and where is the Le Havre vs PSG match taking place?
The match is at Stade Océane, Le Havre, on Sunday, March 1, with kick-off at 01:35 AM IST.
Which key players will miss the Le Havre vs PSG fixture?
Le Havre miss Sangante (suspension), Touré, and Seko, while PSG are without Dembélé, Mayulu, Ruiz, and Ndjantou.
What is the head-to-head record between Le Havre and PSG?
PSG have dominated the fixture with 11 wins out of 12 meetings, with Le Havre yet to win a single match.
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