Le Havre AC host Angers this Saturday, September 12th (8:45 PM), in their final Ligue 1 fixture before the international break. Sitting 16th with just one point from three games, the Normandy side are desperate for a reaction following their 1-2 home defeat to Brest.
A Tough Start
The last outing at the Stade Océane was frustrating. Trailing 2-0 after a Kamory Doumbia brace, Le Havre only managed to pull one back through a Rémi Fofana penalty in the 79th minute. This third league match confirms a difficult start to the campaign, with only one win in their last five matches across all competitions. Manager Luka Elsner needs to find answers for a defence that has conceded four goals in three league games. The visit of Angers, who have also struggled early on, represents a vital chance to collect points before a long hiatus.
The Squad Outlook
Elsner is likely to persist with a 3-4-2-1 formation. The central defensive trio of Arouna Sangante, Gautier Lloris and Christopher Operi must be more resilient. In midfield, Andréas Hountondji and Abdoulaye Touré will provide their engine, while the creative burden falls on Mohamed Bayo and Rémi Fofana. Lead striker Josh Maja, who scored in the cup, is still seeking his first league goal this season. The squad has no major injury concerns ahead of the match. The full player roster is available on our squad page.
The Road Ahead
After this match, Le Havre will enter a several-week break for international duty. The league resumes on November 20th with a tricky away trip to face 9th-placed Estac Troyes. This interval will be used to refine tactics and prepare for a demanding end-of-year schedule. The complete fixture list for the coming weeks can be found on our fixtures page.
Their last league win was on August 15th at Le Mans (1-0). A victory this Saturday would provide a much-needed confidence boost for the squad and its supporters ahead of the extended pause.
