Le Havre ACvsOlympique Marseille

Clash of Contrasts

Le Havre AC, a club steeped in history, finds itself in dire straits. 17th in Ligue 1, their season has been a tale of struggle and survival. With only 13 points from 18 matches, their form is a shadow of their illustrious past. Didier Digard's men have been unable to find their rhythm, with a win percentage of just 23.08%. The Stade Océane, once a fortress, now witnesses more defeats than victories. Injuries and suspensions have further thinned their ranks, leaving them vulnerable.

Marseille's Rollercoaster

Olympique Marseille, on the other hand, sits second in the league but is not without its own challenges. Roberto De Zerbi's squad has been inconsistent, with their recent 2-0 loss to Nice highlighting their vulnerabilities. Despite this, Marseille boasts an impressive scoring rate, averaging 2.15 goals per game. Mason Greenwood leads their attack with 18 goals, while injuries to key players like Amine Harit pose significant challenges.

Historical Dominance

The head-to-head stats paint a grim picture for Le Havre. In their last 19 meetings, they have failed to secure a single victory against Marseille. The visitors have triumphed 12 times, with the remaining 7 matches ending in draws. Marseille's recent form against Le Havre is even more dominant, having won the last five encounters. The goal difference in these meetings is stark, with Marseille outscoring Le Havre 36-9.

Prediction

Given the current form and historical data, Marseille is poised to extend their dominance. Le Havre's defensive frailties, coupled with Marseille's attacking prowess, suggest a likely away victory. However, with both teams prone to conceding, expect goals from both sides. The prediction is an away win with both teams scoring.