Le Havre vs Toulouse: Match Report & Highlights – Ligue 1 2024
Le Havre edged past Toulouse with a 2‑1 win on Sunday, despite playing most of the match a man down after Sanganté’s red card in the second minute.
Match chronology
Soumaré opened the scoring in the 43rd minute, capitalising on a mis‑taken pass from Nicolaisen to finish past Restes. Toulouse responded quickly, with Sidibé equalising from a corner at 45+2′, slipping the ball under Diaw after Zagadou failed to clear.
The decisive moment arrived in the 53rd minute when Soumaré netted his second, after Boufal’s high ball was met in the box and Cresswell’s header set up the strike. In the dying minutes, the referee disallowed a potential Toulouse goal for a handball by Russell‑Rowe (78′) and Mpasi made a series of crucial saves, including a “miracle” stop from a corner in stoppage time (90+3′).
Le Havre made several tactical changes, notably replacing injured goalkeeper Diaw with Mpasi at halftime and bringing on Y. Kechta for R. Ndiaye in the 90+5′ minute. Toulouse also pushed forward with late substitutions, including Vignolo for Sidibé (83′) and a triple change by Carles Martinez Novell at 63′.
Why the result matters
The victory lifts Le Havre twelve points clear of the relegation zone, extending a prior nine‑point cushion. With the upcoming Metz‑Auxerre clash, the gap could narrow to between nine and eleven points if Le Havre maintains its form.
Toulouse missed an opportunity to climb into the seventh spot, remaining in ninth place with 30 points, while Le Havre sits 13th on 23 points after the win.
Looking ahead
Le Havre’s next test comes against Metz, a fixture that could test whether the twelve‑point buffer holds. A slip could see the gap reduced, but a win would reinforce their safety. Toulouse, meanwhile, will aim to convert their attacking intent into points to chase higher league positions, possibly targeting a top‑seven finish if they can string together victories.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who scored the goals for Le Havre?
Issa Soumaré scored both goals for Le Havre, finding the net in the 43rd and 53rd minutes.
What was the final score of the match?
Le Havre won 2‑1 over Toulouse.
How did the early red card affect the game?
Sanganté’s dismissal in the second minute left Le Havre with ten players for the majority of the match, yet the team managed to secure the win through disciplined defending and effective counter‑attacks.
What do you think Le Havre needs to do to maintain their safety in the final weeks of the season?