Le Havre vs Nice 31 Aug 2025
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This match is played on date 31 Aug 2025
This match takes place in Stade Océane (Le Havre) – In championship competitions Ligue 1 by Season 2025/2026
Match Summary Table
| FEATURE | DETAILS |
|---|---|
| Fixture | Le Havre AC vs OGC Nice |
| Competition | Ligue 1 – Matchday 3 |
| Date | Sunday, August 31, 2025 |
| Kick-off Time | 15:00 CEST (13:00 UTC) |
| Venue | Stade Océane, Le Havre |
| Broadcast | Amazon Prime Video (France), beIN Sports (MENA), TV5 Monde (Int’l) |
| Last Meeting | Nice 1–0 Le Havre (March 1, 2025) |
| Head-to-Head | Nice: 18 wins, Le Havre: 9 wins, Draws: 12 |
🔎 Overview
Le Havre host Nice at the Stade Océane in a Ligue 1 fixture where the objectives are very different. Le Havre, determined to avoid relegation, will look to capitalize on their home advantage, while Nice aim to stay in the upper half of the table and push toward European qualification.
Expect Nice to control much of the ball, while Le Havre stay compact, relying on set-pieces and fast breaks to create danger.
Le Havre – Fighting for Survival
Le Havre’s mission is simple: collect points at home. Their disciplined defense and direct play could trouble Nice, especially if they start strongly in front of their supporters.
Key Players to Watch:
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Josué Casimir – Pacy winger, key to counter-attacking opportunities.
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Nabil Alioui – Technical forward, capable of moments of brilliance.
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Arthur Desmas – Reliable goalkeeper, expected to face heavy pressure.
Tactics: A 4-4-2 or 4-2-3-1 shape, focused on defensive compactness and quick transitions through wide players.
OGC Nice – Ambitious and Structured
Nice continue to build on their defensive resilience while adding creativity up front. Their disciplined shape underlines their ambition to compete for European football.
Key Players to Watch:
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Terem Moffi – Powerful striker, clinical in finishing and dangerous in open play.
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Sofiane Diop – Creative playmaker, linking midfield with attack.
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Dante – Veteran defender, crucial in organizing the backline.
Tactics: Likely a 4-3-3 system, with emphasis on possession control, patient build-up, and exploiting Moffi’s runs in behind.
📊 Head-to-Head Stats
| TOTAL MATCHES | 39 |
|---|---|
| ✅ Nice Wins | 18 |
| 🟰 Draws | 12 |
| ❌ Le Havre Wins | 9 |
| ⚽ Avg Goals per Match | 2.4 |
Nice have the upper hand historically, though Le Havre’s home ground is traditionally a tough venue.
📉 Form Guide (Last 5 Matches)
| TEAM | FORM |
|---|---|
| Le Havre | 🟨 🟥 🟩 🟥 🟨 |
| Nice | 🟩 🟨 🟩 🟩 🟩 |
Nice are on a strong run of form, while Le Havre remain inconsistent.
🎯 Prediction
Le Havre 0–2 Nice
Le Havre’s defensive setup may frustrate Nice for stretches, but the visitors’ superior attacking quality and organization should prevail. Expect Moffi to find the net, with Diop or Boudaoui providing the creative spark.
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