Nice vs Le Havre – Ligue 1 Prediction | April 12, 2026
OGC Nice host Le Havre AC at the Allianz Riviera on Sunday afternoon in a Ligue 1 clash that carries major relegation implications. Both clubs are in the bottom half of the table and desperately need points — making this one of the most consequential fixtures of the weekend.
Match Overview
Nice are 15th in Ligue 1 with 27 points from 28 games (7W–6D–15L) and are uncomfortably close to the relegation zone. Le Havre sit just above them in 14th on 28 points (6W–10D–12L). A defeat for either side could have serious consequences — this is effectively a must-win game for Nice at home.
Current Form
Nice: Nice were hammered 3–1 away at Strasbourg last weekend — their fourth defeat in five league outings. The alarm bells are ringing at the Allianz Riviera. A home game against a fellow struggling side is exactly what they need to halt the slide.
Le Havre: Le Havre drew 1–1 at home to AJ Auxerre last time out — a point that flattered neither side. They are compact and disciplined but lack the attacking quality to consistently win games. Their 10 draws from 28 matches tells the story of a side that is hard to beat but struggles to convert pressure into victory.
Head-to-Head Record
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2025 | Le Havre | 0–2 | Nice | Ligue 1 |
| Mar 2025 | Nice | 1–0 | Le Havre | Ligue 1 |
| Dec 2024 | Le Havre | 1–1 | Nice | Ligue 1 |
| Apr 2024 | Nice | 2–0 | Le Havre | Ligue 1 |
| Oct 2023 | Le Havre | 0–1 | Nice | Ligue 1 |
H2H Summary (Last 5)
| Team | W | D | L |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nice | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Le Havre | 0 | 1 | 4 |
Win Probability
| Nice Win | Draw | Le Havre Win |
|---|---|---|
| 49.5% | 27.7% | 22.8% |
🔮 Prediction: Nice 2–0 Le Havre
Nice’s H2H record against Le Havre is outstanding — four wins from the last five with three clean sheets — and home advantage makes them clear favourites here. Despite their worrying league form, the urgency of a near-relegation battle on home soil should produce a much-needed response. Le Havre are unlikely to find the net given their attacking limitations away from home.
Tip: Nice to Win & Under 3.5 Goals
Prediction based on current form, Ligue 1 standings, H2H records and win probability data. Gamble responsibly.
