Monaco will attempt to secure their first victory of 2026 as they travel to Stade Océane for a Ligue 1 match against Le Havre on Saturday. Currently, Le Havre sits in 15th place after drawing with Rennes, while Monaco stands ninth following a disappointing home defeat to Lorient.
Match Overview: Le Havre vs Monaco
Le Havre hopes to climb further away from the relegation zone. They ended 2025 with a seven-match winless streak but have shown improvement in 2026. With two unbeaten games in Ligue 1, they are now five points clear of the relegation line heading into matchday 19. They previously defeated Angers 2-1 in their latest home fixture.
- Last five home matches: Points earned in six out of seven.
- Clean sheets: Two in their last five home games.
- Previous meetings: Four consecutive competitive home points against Monaco.
Recent Performance
Le Havre has strengthened its position with solid home performances. Their recent form indicates promise, as they have only conceded a goal or fewer in their last five top-flight games in Normandy.
On the other hand, Monaco is struggling significantly. They have faced multiple defeats, including a heavy loss of 6-1 to Real Madrid in the Champions League. Their domestic performances have been lacking, with four consecutive league losses.
- Recent competitive defeats: Back-to-back losses by 9-1 margin.
- Last league wins: None in the past two away matches.
- Last victory in Ligue 1 against Le Havre: 2008 (3-2)
Team News and Potential Lineups
Le Havre may be without Abdoulaye Toure due to a knee issue, while others, including Etienne Youte Kinkoue and Gautier Lloris, are doubtful for the match. Felix Mambimbi has recently found the net, adding to the team’s attacking options.
Monaco faces multiple injury concerns ahead of the match. Key players such as Paul Pogba and Takumi Minamino may miss out due to knee injuries. Ansu Fati scored in their last match, bringing some hope, but they remain a team in crisis.
Expected Lineups
| Le Havre | Monaco |
|---|---|
| Mpasi | Kohn |
| Nego | Ouattara |
| Sangante | Kehrer |
| Pembele | Faes |
| Zouaoui | Henrique |
| Ndiaye | Zakaria |
| Seko | Teze |
| Ebonog | Golovin |
| Mambimbi | Akliouche |
| Soumare | Fati |
| Quetant | Balogun |
Prediction: Le Havre vs Monaco
Considering their current forms, predictions lean towards Le Havre winning by a narrow margin. Monaco’s defensive struggles raise concerns, even against lower-ranked teams. A close match is anticipated, potentially ending 1-0 in favor of Le Havre.
