Le Havre AC must react after their loss to Brest (1-2) when they host Angers SCO this Saturday at 20:45 for Ligue 1's fourth matchday. The Norman side, currently 16th in the table with just one point, makes several changes to their starting lineup.
A reshuffled eleven
The manager has decided to adjust his setup after the last outing. Arthur Seko and Aïmen Touba return to their places in a back three. On the flanks, Elias Jelert and Timothée Pembele are handed starts. In midfield, André Richardson and Samuel Ebonog form the holding duo, while Rassoul Ndiaye and Abdallah Samatta will operate behind striker Josh Maja. "We must rediscover collective solidity," the coach stated in his press conference. Goalkeeper Léo Mpasi-Nzau keeps his place between the posts.
The sporting context
This match comes as Le Havre AC have won only one of their last five matches across all competitions. The last victory dates back to August 15th against Le Mans (1-0). The penalty converted by Rémy Fofana late in the game against Brest remains the team's only goal in the last three league matchdays. The squad can check the full schedule of upcoming games on the fixtures page.
Today's opponent
Angers SCO arrive at the Stade Océane following a heavy home defeat to Marseille (2-5) in January. The last league meeting between the two clubs ended in a Havre victory (1-2) also in January. The Angevin side will likely field a 4-2-3-1 with Anthony Lopes in goal and players like Younès Belkhdim or Anas Sbai in attack.
The international break follows immediately after this match. Le Havre AC will resume competition on November 20th with a trip to Troyes, who currently sit 9th in the standings. The team must absolutely pick up points in this final match before the pause.
