Ligue 1 Regular Season - 33
Le Havre 0 - 1 FT Marseille
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
41' S. Boufal
HT
47' A. Seko
M. Greenwood 55'
57' Y. Zouaoui
T. Nnadi 59'
↓ T. Nnadi ↑A. Vermeeren 66'
71' S. Boufal (S. Boufal)
72' ↓ S. Boufal ↑S. Ebonog
72' ↓ F. Doucoure ↑T. Pembele
80' ↓ Y. Zouaoui ↑E. K. Vinette
Q. Timber 81'
↓ Q. Timber ↑N. Kamissoko 87'
↓ M. Greenwood ↑E. Lago 87'
88' S. Ebonog
89' ↓ L. Gourna-Douath ↑Y. Kechta
↓ A. Gouiri ↑U. Lamare El Kadmiri 90'
I. Paixao 90'+7
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Le Havre
Goalkeepers
Mory Diaw 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Arouna Sangante 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
56%
Duel Win %
Ayumu Seko
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gautier Lloris
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yanis Zouaoui
LATE SHIFT
10
Late Mins
10
Late Mins
80
Total Mins
80
Entry
Midfielders
Lucas Gourna-Douath 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
3
Fouls
6.3
Rating
Rassoul Ndiaye
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Fodé Doucouré
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
72
Total Mins
72
Entry
Sofiane Boufal 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Issa Soumaré 
PROVOCATEUR
5
Fouls Won
5
Fouls Won
13
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Forwards
Ally Samatta
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
BENCH
Lionel Mpasi Nzau 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Loic Négo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Timothee Pembele
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Étienne Youte Kinkoue
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Simon Ebonog
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yassine Kechta
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
5
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Felix Mambimbi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Enzo Koffi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Godson Kyeremeh
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Marseille
Goalkeepers
Gerónimo Rulli
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Benjamin Pavard
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Leonardo Balerdi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Facundo Medina
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
3
Fouls
6.2
Rating
Emerson 
ENFORCER
6
Tackles
6
Tackles
11
Duels Won
73%
Win %
Midfielders
Tochukwu Nnadi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
66
Total Mins
66
Entry
Pierre-Emile Højbjerg 
MAGNET
71
Activity
71
Activity
61
Passes
10
Duels
Mason Greenwood 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Quinten Timber 
NPC
87
Minutes
87
Minutes
29%
Pass Acc
6.9
Rating
Igor Paixão
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fouls Won
4
Fouls Won
9
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Forwards
Amine Gouiri
NPC
90
Minutes
90
Minutes
15%
Pass Acc
6
Rating
BENCH
Jeffrey De Lange
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Kelyann Bezahaf
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Hilan Hamzaoui Slimani
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Arthur Vermeeren
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
28
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ethan Nwaneri
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nouhoum Kamissoko
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
7
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tadjidine Mmadi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ugo Lamare El Kadmiri
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
4
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ange Lago
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
7
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/18/2025 | Marseille | 6 - 2 | Le Havre | Ligue 1 | Orange Vélodrome |
| 05/10/2025 | Le Havre | 1 - 3 | Marseille | Ligue 1 | Stade Océane |
| 01/05/2025 | Marseille | 5 - 1 | Le Havre | Ligue 1 | Orange Vélodrome |
| 05/19/2024 | Le Havre | 1 - 2 | Marseille | Ligue 1 | Stade Océane |
| 10/08/2023 | Marseille | 3 - 0 | Le Havre | Ligue 1 | Orange Vélodrome |
| 01/22/2012 | Marseille | 3 - 1 (AET) | Le Havre | Coupe de France | Stade Vélodrome |
Le Havre Win
Marseille Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 33 GD: +46
P: 33 GD: +27
P: 33 GD: +17
P: 33 GD: +17
P: 33 GD: +11
P: 33 GD: +16
P: 33 GD: +7
P: 33 GD: +10
P: 33 GD: -1
P: 33 GD: +1
P: 33 GD: -4
P: 33 GD: -12
P: 33 GD: -19
P: 33 GD: -14
P: 33 GD: -12
P: 33 GD: -23
P: 33 GD: -23
P: 33 GD: -44
19 Rodez 4 pts
P: 2 GD: +1
League Standings
P: 34 GD: +47
P: 34 GD: +31
P: 34 GD: +16
P: 34 GD: +13
P: 34 GD: +19
P: 34 GD: +8
P: 34 GD: +9
P: 34 GD: +8
P: 34 GD: -2
P: 33 GD: +1
P: 34 GD: -5
P: 34 GD: -11
P: 34 GD: -13
P: 34 GD: -20
P: 34 GD: -11
P: 34 GD: -23
P: 33 GD: -23
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Penalty Drama Defines Gritty Marseille Victory
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 56/100. A grueling battle of attrition where clinical composure from the spot kept Marseille's European dreams alive.
A War of Attrition
The atmosphere inside Stade Océane was charged with anxiety as Le Havre and Marseille locked horns in a gritty, physical encounter. The home side, desperate to break a frustrating run of five consecutive draws, tried to assert themselves early. However, the sheer Intensity of the midfield battles resulted in a disjointed opening phase, characterised by a staggering 42 fouls split almost evenly between the two sides. Neither team could establish dominance, sharing possession equally at 50% apiece. The underlying numbers reflected this deadlock, with the expected goals sitting tightly at 1.06 to 1.12. The hosts managed a few speculative efforts from outside the box, but a resolute defensive unit stood firm. The high Stakes were evident in every challenge, with European dreams and relegation fears colliding violently on the pitch.
The Tale of Two Penalties
The delicate Balance of the match finally shattered ten minutes into the second half. Following a sustained spell of pressure, the visitors earned a crucial penalty. Midfielder M. Greenwood stepped up in the 55th minute and dispatched the spot-kick with absolute authority, completely altering the complexion of the tie. Forced to abandon their cautious approach, the Normandy outfit pushed aggressively for an equaliser. Their golden opportunity arrived in the 71st minute when the referee pointed to the penalty spot in their favour. The stadium held its breath, but S. Boufal faltered under the immense pressure, missing the target and wasting a monumental chance to rescue a point. This missed penalty was the undisputed turning point, suffocating the crowd's energy and handing the psychological advantage squarely back to the away side.
Holding the Line
With the clock ticking down, the match descended into a frantic end-to-end scramble. The home side threw bodies forward, registering nine total shots, but their lack of a clinical edge was glaring. At the heart of the defensive resistance was Emerson, who delivered an outstanding, man-of-the-match performance. His crucial interventions neutralised the aerial threat and ensured the clean sheet remained intact. There was almost a late Upset Factor regarding the final scoreline deep into stoppage time when I. Paixao found the back of the net in the 97th minute, only for VAR to rule the goal out for offside. Ultimately, the solitary goal was enough. This hard-fought victory keeps the visitors firmly in seventh place, still alive in the European race, while leaving the hosts dangerously exposed in 14th as the relegation battle intensifies.
Key Questions
Was the penalty miss by Emerson the turning point?
Emerson did not miss a penalty; he was actually the standout defender. The real turning point was S. Boufal missing his vital spot-kick for Le Havre.
What does this mean for Le Havre's season?
Stuck in 14th position, this demoralising home defeat leaves Le Havre dangerously exposed in an increasingly tense relegation battle as the final weeks approach.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Contrasting Ambitions Clash on the Normandy Coast
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 57/100. Marseille's late push for European football meets a desperate Le Havre side fighting tooth and nail for their top-flight survival.
The Setup
This critical encounter on May 10, 2026, at Stade Océane carries massive weight as the regular season draws to a close. Le Havre are perched precariously in 14th place with just 31 points, dragging a miserable streak of draws into this match that justifies an incredibly low Form rating. They are firmly entrenched in a relegation battle where every single point is gold. Meanwhile, Marseille sit in 7th place, desperately chasing European qualification. While the visitors have stumbled recently, their elevated Stars metric highlights a squad stacked with top-tier game-changers. A modest Stakes index might downplay the wider league implications, but make no mistake: for the home supporters, this is nothing short of a final.
Key Battle
A heavy shift in the Balance rating dictates the tactical narrative today, pitting a gritty home defensive unit against a potent away frontline. Le Havre will be forced into a deep, resilient block, aiming to suffocate the space entirely. Their collective defensive effort must be flawless to shut down the creative flair of M. Greenwood, E. Nwaneri, and Igor Paixão. If the visitors are allowed to dictate the tempo in the final third, it will be a long evening for the hosts.
Our Prediction
We expect Marseille to eventually edge a very tight contest. Le Havre's stubborn streak suggests they will dig in and frustrate their opponents for large spells of the first half. However, the sheer attacking quality at the visitors' disposal should eventually break the deadlock after the break, securing all three points.