Le Havre vs Lens Prediction & Betting Tips (12 January)

The Le Havre squad loses one of its starters in this winter transfer window. Left piston Opéri has officially joined Istanbul Basaksehir, Turkey. Before him, Ngoura (no goals in 8 matches) packed his bags to sign with Cercle Bruges. At the same time, Didier Digard will still have to deal with the withdrawals of midfielder Mosengo who has not yet been used, winger Casimir (1 goal) and still up front, replacement Sabbi (no goals). They were already absent in Marseille like the important midfielder Targhalline. Announced ill, the latter would have had a disagreement with his trainer and only returned to training on Wednesday. It remains to be seen whether he will be in the game against Lens. Scorer in Marseille, André Ayew scored his first goal of the season. For Lens, the starting central defender Khusanov returns from suspension but Will Still now sees his attacking midfielder Pereira da Costa (substitute) impacted by this sanction, after his exclusion during the week -last end.

There could be a change at the goalkeeper position. Pau Lopez, who arrived this week on loan, is expected in the long term as number 1 to compensate for the departure of Samba to Rennes. It remains to be seen whether Lopez will be lined up this Sunday. If necessary, Koffi will again act as interim manager. The offensive players Satriano, Saïd (1 goal) and Labeau Lascary (2 goals, season ended) as well as the piston executive Aguilar (no match) whose return will take place soon will still be unavailable. An outcome which could also impact midfielder El Aynaoui (replacement). All are joined on the flank by the left piston Chavez, stopped for several weeks due to an injury contracted against Toulouse. Executive defender Medina is uncertain after remaining in Argentina for personal reasons last weekend. 

Reflecting on Lens' recent form, it is evident that the team has been consistently performing well, with several victories under their belt. Lens secured notable wins against Montpellier and Reims, demonstrating their attacking prowess with clean sheets and multiple goals. Despite facing a couple of draws against Auxerre and a narrow defeat to Toulouse, Lens' overall performance has been solid, thanks to their robust defense and strategic play. The team's ability to bounce back from setbacks and maintain composure under pressure is a testament to their resilience and tactical acumen.

On the other hand, Le Havre will need to be at their best to challenge Lens. Given Lens' recent success and the depth of their squad, Le Havre must focus on their defensive strategies and counter-attacks to capitalize on any opportunities. The match promises to be a thrilling encounter, with both teams having unique strengths to bring to the table. While Lens may have the upper hand in terms of recent performances, Le Havre's determination and strategic approach could lead to surprising outcomes.

With Lens' recent solid form and their tactical strengths, a score prediction of 0:2 in favor of Lens for the upcoming match against Le Havre on January 12, 2025, appears well-grounded. The combination of Lens' robust defense and effective attacking strategies, showcased in their previous wins, sets them up as the likely victors. Meanwhile, Le Havre's challenge will lie in breaking through Lens' organized gameplay, which has proven difficult for their recent opponents. This forecast reflects the current dynamics and performance trends of both teams.