Le Havre AC has officially announced that Lionel Mpasi will be the starting goalkeeper for the new Ligue 1 season. The team's coach, Didier Digard, confirmed the news during a press conference.
What motivated this decision ?
The decision was made based on Mpasi's consistency and leadership, which impressed during the last World Cup with DR Congo.
What is the context of this nomination ?
Le Havre AC finished the 2025 season in 14th place in Ligue 1, with 29 points, 6 wins, 11 losses and 12 draws, and a goal difference of -13 goals.
What does this mean for the team's future ?
With Mpasi as goalkeeper, Le Havre AC hopes to improve its ranking and reduce its goal difference, which is currently -13 goals, with 24 goals scored and 37 conceded, and 34 points behind leaders Paris Saint Germain.
