Lens are inching closer to a potential spot in European competition and will look to keep their hopes alive when they host struggling Le Havre at Stade Bollaert-Delelis on March 1, 2025, in a Ligue 1 clash. Africa Football editor Bill Eshun looks into the upcoming clash.
Key Facts
- Lens are just three points shy of a European place.
- Le Havre are the league’s lowest scorers this season (19 goals).
Match Overview
Lens remain in contention for European qualification despite their poor form, having suffered three consecutive league defeats. Their discipline has also been called into question, with the team receiving a red card in each of the last three matches.
Another defeat would mark their worst run since 2015. However, facing a weaker opponent like Le Havre provides the perfect opportunity to end their losing streak.
Le Havre have also struggled with discipline, picking up two red cards in their last four matches. They currently sit five points adrift of safety.
Andre Ayew to Save Le Havre?
Black Stars veteran Andre Ayew remains the highest-scoring forward in the team this season, netting three goals in 904 minutes.
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Despite being 35, Ayew has shown flashes of brilliance and has become almost indispensable for the team. Once again, they need him to deliver a big performance.
The Odds
Lens’ chances of winning are currently priced at 1.43 according to 1xBet, while Le Havre’s odds stand at 8.30. A draw is valued at 5.15.
Prediction
Lens may not be in top form, but Le Havre are a much weaker opponent—one that the hosts are expected to dispatch with ease.
Predicted Scoreline: Lens 2-1 Le Havre
