The Matchday 34 clash in Ligue 1 between Strasbourg and Le Havre will take place on May 17 at the Stade de la Meinau. Strasbourg vs. Le Havre: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Strasbourg
In the previous round, Strasbourg's record 12-match unbeaten run in Ligue 1 in the 21st century (9 wins, 3 draws) came to an end as they unexpectedly lost 1-2 to Angers. Despite the setback, Strasbourg remains in the European competition zone in the French championship standings, holding the 6th position. However, the team has lost the chance to compete for a direct Champions League spot, trailing 3rd place by 4 points. They are only behind the 4th spot due to a worse goal difference. It's worth noting that the Alsatians have won 7 of their last 9 home matches in Ligue 1 (2 draws). The team also confidently defeated their upcoming opponent 3-0 in the first round.
- Both teams scored in 6 of Strasbourg's last 8 matches in the French championship.
- At least 3 goals were scored in 6 of the club's last 8 matches in this tournament.
- The team scored at least 2 goals in their last 5 home matches in Ligue 1.
Predicted lineup for Strasbourg (3-4-3)
Djorde Petrovic – Ismael Doukoure, Gela Doue, Mamadou Sarr – Diego Moreira, Andrey Santos, Valentin Barco, Dilane Bakwa – Habib Diarra, Felix Lemarechal, Samuel Amoo-Ameyaw.
Le Havre
The club lost 1-3 to Marseille in their previous match in the French championship, missing the chance to leave the relegation zone. Ahead of the final round, Le Havre is in 16th place in the standings, trailing the safe 15th spot by 2 points. Despite the loss, the club managed to score again, extending their goal-scoring streak in Ligue 1 to 14 matches. Additionally, Le Havre has been resilient away from home, avoiding defeat in 6 of their last 8 matches in the French championship (4 wins, 2 draws).
- The team won with a (+1.5) handicap in 7 of their last 10 matches in Ligue 1.
- Both teams scored in 13 of Le Havre's last 14 matches in the championship.
- The club scored at least twice in 5 of their last 6 away matches in the elite division of France.
Predicted lineup for Le Havre (4-5-1)
Mathieu Gorgelin – Loic Nego, Etienne Kinkoue, Arouna Sangante, Fode Ballo-Toure – Junior Mwanga, Abdoulaye Toure, Yassine Kechta, Josue Casimir, Issa Soumare – Andre Ayew.
Referee
Jerome Brisard (France)
Matches – 17 (Ligue 1, 2024/25);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 64;
Average yellow cards per match – 3.8;
Red cards shown – 4;
Average fouls per match – 24;
Penalties – 41%.
Strasbourg vs. Le Havre: Match Prediction
Both teams still have objectives to achieve this season. The hosts are fighting for a European spot, which they will secure with a win. Meanwhile, the visitors will aim for 3 points to keep their hopes alive of avoiding relegation playoffs and securing safety from direct relegation. Le Havre's closest rival, Saint-Etienne, is just 1 point behind them.
I'm confident that both teams will be looking to attack. They are already known for their scoring prowess. The hosts have scored 2 goals in their last 5 home matches in Ligue 1, while the visitors have scored at least twice in their last 5 away matches in this tournament. Each team is likely to score at least once in such a decisive match, especially given their defensive vulnerabilities. Both teams scored in Strasbourg's last 5 home games in the championship and in 9 of Le Havre's last 10 away matches in Ligue 1.
Therefore, my prediction: Both teams to score – Yes