Buy Le Havre vs Lorient tickets for the 2026/27 Season and your seat is set for Sunday 8 November 2026, with kick-off at 17:15 local time (16:15 in the UK) at the Stade CMA CGM Océane. The match is Matchday 10 of the Ligue 1 season. It is Lorient's first league visit to Le Havre since a 1-1 draw at the same ground in September 2025.
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Le Havre, founded in 1872 and proud of being France's oldest football club, host FC Lorient in a stadium of around 25,000 seats that opened in 2012. The ground now carries the name of the shipping group CMA CGM. A Sunday teatime kick-off in early November suits families in the Tribune Sud as much as the regulars in the Kop.
Both clubs know the gap between the divisions well, which gives this meeting real weight. Le Havre won Ligue 2 in 2022/23 and have stayed in the top flight since. Lorient came back up as Ligue 2 champions in 2025 and finished tenth last season, four places above their hosts. When two sides with that background meet in November, points carry value long before spring.
Demand starts in the Kop. The Tribune Nord is home to Le Havre's loudest support, with the Barbarians Havrais in the lower tier and the Kop Ciel et Marine above them. A younger ultras group sings from the upper level of the south-east corner, so the noise comes from two ends of the ground.
FC Lorient supporters travel from Brittany to a visitors' sector of 1,000 places, with 400 in the lower tier and 600 above. Le Havre's guide for visiting fans asks travelling groups to fill the lower tier first. A Sunday kick-off also makes the return journey west easier to plan than a late Saturday evening match.
Recent results add an edge. Le Havre won 2-0 at Lorient on the final day of 2025/26, a few months after the sides drew 1-1 at the Océane. Lorient arrive with that defeat still fresh, while the home side are unbeaten in their last five top-flight meetings with the Merlus.
The calendar shapes demand as well. Lorient's visit comes straight after Paris Saint-Germain play at the Océane on Matchday 9, a match that pulls in the season's heaviest interest. Anyone who misses out on that game gets another chance to see the stadium a week later, usually at a lower price.
Lorient's own November is busy too. Two weeks after this trip, their supporters face a Breton derby against Stade Rennais at the Moustoir. For Lorient fans planning the month, the journey to Normandy comes first.
The stadium itself is part of the appeal. Built in the English style with stands close to the pitch, it won the new stadium prize at the 2013 Stadium Business Awards. The club also describes it as France's first positive-energy stadium, producing more energy than it uses.
Sales timing matters. Le Havre open ticket sales about a month before each home match, which puts the first window for this fixture in early October. The first days of that window belong to season ticket holders, as the next section explains.
Yes, although season ticket holders move first. Le Havre give their Passion and 100% subscribers a priority window on most home fixtures. General sale opens only once that window closes.
The club limits online purchases to six tickets per booking. Priority sales carry their own caps too. For groups of more than six, the club route can be slow and uncertain.
Season tickets are fully digital this season. Holders manage their seats in an app and can pass on or resell a seat for matches they cannot attend. That means individual seats can come back into circulation close to the match.
The club runs its own resale platform as well. Stock there depends entirely on holders releasing seats, so availability for a specific match is never guaranteed.
Matchday sales are limited. A ticket container at the foot of the Parvis Est sells only that day's match, while no tickets are sold on the day once a game is sold out. The HAC Shop sells tickets from Wednesday to Saturday during the week.
Lorient supporters follow a separate process. Visiting fans who buy a voucher through their club exchange it for a ticket at the away ticket window near car park P3, bringing photo ID. Anyone who misses that allocation should avoid home sections if wearing orange.
A verified marketplace fills the gap between these routes. You choose the stand, filter for seats together and see delivery details before paying, without a subscription or a race against a priority window.
Check how the seller will deliver. Le Havre's tickets live in the HAC Tickets app, so the safest listings state that seats will be transferred through the app rather than sent as screenshots.
Five factors drive resale prices for this match: seat location, demand, fixture timing, competition context and hospitality tier. At the Stade Océane, location matters most, from the Kop to the central seats of the Tribune Ouest.
Demand is steady rather than extreme. A 2026/27 Ligue 1 match against Lorient sits well below the visits of Paris Saint-Germain and Marseille in Le Havre's home calendar. That keeps most resale prices within reach of a first-time visitor.
Club prices set the baseline. Le Havre's own prices for the September visit of Angers SCO ran from €8 to €65 depending on the stand. Adult season tickets start from €9.41 per match, so regulars have every reason to commit early.
Timing then moves the numbers. Listings tend to firm up once the club's sale opens in early October and again in the final fortnight, as season ticket holders decide whether to use their seats. With the date and kick-off already fixed, there is no rescheduling discount to wait for.
| Ticket Type | Resale Price Range | Best For | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper tier / less central | £30 – £65 | Supporters who simply want to be inside | Tribune Est Haute and upper blocks near the corners |
| Longside standard | £45 – £90 | Buyers wanting a side-on view | Intermediate and outer blocks of the Tribune Est |
| Lower tier / central | £65 – £120+ | Neutrals focused on the football | Central lower blocks in the Tribune Est or Tribune Ouest |
| Premium seating | £100 – £190+ | Couples and special occasions | The most central seats close to the halfway line |
| Hospitality / VIP | £190 – £480+ | Corporate guests and small groups | Salons, lounge access and private boxes |
Prices reflect typical resale ranges and may change as demand and availability shift closer to the match.
Resale sits above club prices because many of the most accessible seats go to subscribers first. The gap is usually widest for central seats in the Tribune Ouest and for pairs or groups who want to sit together.
Watch the concession rules. The club offers reduced prices for under-18s and under-12s, plus a 20% discount for supporters with a disability rate of 80% or more. Proof of eligibility may be checked at the gate, so adult buyers should stick to full-price listings.
Compare total cost rather than headline price. Two listings in the same stand can differ once quantity and delivery are included, so build the full basket before deciding which option offers stronger value.
The Stade CMA CGM Océane has four stands. The Tribune Ouest is the main stand with the VIP salons, the Tribune Est runs opposite, the Kop fills the Tribune Nord and the Tribune Sud is set aside for families. The stands wrap tightly around the pitch, so even upper-tier seats feel connected to the play.
Each stand has its own entrance. Use gate A or F for the Tribune Ouest, gate B for the Kop, gates C and D for the Tribune Est, gate E for the family stand and gate G for visiting supporters. Hospitality guests enter through the Porte Officielle.
Sightlines are consistent around the ground because there is no running track between the stands and the pitch. Lower-tier seats bring you nearest the action, while upper tiers give a clearer view of team shape and movement.
| Area | What It Suits | Pricing Bracket | Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tribune Ouest central | Match-watchers and business guests | Premium seating | Main stand with the VIP salons and some of the most central seats, entered via gates A, F or the Porte Officielle |
| Tribune Est Centrale basse | Neutral groups focused on the football | Lower tier / central | Side-on view facing the main stand, entered through gates C and D |
| Tribune Est Intermédiaire and Haute | Buyers who want a wide view for less | Longside standard to upper tier | New upper categories this season give a panoramic view of the whole pitch |
| Kop, Tribune Nord | Atmosphere seekers | Upper tier / less central | Le Havre's home end through gate B; expect to stand and sing, with drums and flags in both tiers |
| Tribune Sud, family stand | Families with children | Upper tier / less central | Reduced prices, activities in the concourses and mascots through gate E; ultras sit in the upper south-east corner |
| Visitors' sector, gate G | Lorient supporters | Distributed through FC Lorient | 1,000 places across two tiers with access from car park P3; Lorient colours belong here only |
Neutral buyers are better served along the touchlines. The central lower blocks of the Tribune Est give a clear side-on picture without main-stand pricing, while the Tribune Ouest suits anyone who wants to be close to the dugouts. Wherever you sit outside the visitors' sector, keep orange shirts and scarves out of sight.
The family stand deserves a closer look. The Tribune Sud is dedicated to families, with games in the concourses and a fan zone that runs from two hours before kick-off until an hour after the final whistle. For a Sunday afternoon with children, it is often a more relaxed choice than the long sides.
Accessibility is well planned. Wheelchair users and supporters with reduced mobility have dedicated spaces in the stands, lifts, adapted bars and toilets, with a welcome point on the lower forecourt to the north-east of the ground. Car park P6 is reserved for holders of a disabled parking card on a first-come basis, while the visitors' sector includes 18 accessible places.
Le Havre run the stadium through their own subsidiary, Océane Stadium, so hospitality is managed by the club rather than an outside operator. Salons sit mainly on the west side, with a business club, a lounge bar and private boxes. Many places go as season packages, but corporate match offers and resale hospitality listings appear for league fixtures.
| Hospitality Option | Typical Buyer | Main Appeal |
|---|---|---|
| Private box (loge) | Corporate hosts and private groups | A closed space for your guests with catering, a private bar and your own seats overlooking the pitch |
| Business Club | Business guests and networking pairs | A large salon for pre-match and post-match receptions with catering and drinks |
| LH Club with Carré Or seats | Couples and small groups wanting comfort | Access to the stadium's lounge bar plus seats close to Le Havre's bench |
| Le Comptoir Ciel&Marine | Friends wanting a relaxed social setting | A new sports bar-style salon with an all-inclusive food and drink formula |
Inclusions differ by product, so confirm dining times, arrival point and dress expectations on the listing before you buy. Groups booking for clients should confirm guest numbers early, since seats together in hospitality areas become harder to guarantee as matchday approaches.
Choosing between the options comes down to style. A private box suits hosts who want their guests in one room all afternoon, while the Business Club works better for meeting other guests. The LH Club with Carré Or seats appeals to those who care most about being close to the bench. Le Comptoir Ciel&Marine suits friends who prefer a sports-bar feel with everything included.
The Océane also has its own hotel. The Stadium 1872 sits inside the ground beside the Porte Officielle, created by turning boxes into bedrooms on nights when they are not in use. For hospitality guests travelling from Paris or further afield, that removes the need to rush back after a 17:15 kick-off.
Le Havre deliver tickets for home matches through the HAC Tickets app. Tickets appear there a few weeks before the match, while the QR code only activates the day before. Transfers are sent to an email address and return to the sender if not accepted within 24 hours.
| Delivery Type | What to Check |
|---|---|
| Mobile ticket (HAC Tickets app) | Download the app, use the email address you gave at checkout and accept the transfer within 24 hours |
| Paper ticket | Box office tickets are thermal paper; both halves must stay attached, since lost tickets cannot be reissued |
| E-ticket (PDF) | The club issues printable e-tickets only to businesses with a B2B account, so confirm the listing states the format clearly |
| Hospitality arrangement | Packages may use guest lists or digital tickets; confirm the method and whether guests enter via the Porte Officielle |
Read the listing notes before paying, particularly on delivery timing and seats together. Carry valid photo ID in case of checks at the gates. Charge your phone fully before you travel, since the QR code has to scan at the turnstile.
Gates open around two hours before kick-off. Free lockers for items refused at the search points sit at the foot of the Parvis Est and beside gates A and F. Drinks cups carry a €1 deposit, while half the bars take card payments only.
Plan your route in. Free shuttle buses run to the stadium from the Le Havre bus station (Quai E) and the Schuman stop, plus Montivilliers, Harfleur and Gonfreville-l'Orcher. After the match, shuttles leave from rue H. Gautier on the Champs-Barets side of the railway bridge.
Drivers have more than 530 covered and 730 open-air parking spaces, sold first to 100% season ticket holders and then to the public online. The streets of Champs-Barets are reserved for residents. The club encourages car-sharing through Stadium Go, with free parking for the first five qualifying drivers.
Visiting supporters have their own arrangements. Lorient fans park in car park P3, enter through gate G and may be held inside for at least 30 minutes after the final whistle for safety reasons.
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Step1
Find the fixture
Search for Le Havre against Lorient and open the listing for Sunday 8 November 2026 at the Stade CMA CGM Océane.
Step2
Set up your account
Before prices move, create an account with the email address you use most, since every order update goes there.
Step3
Compare the stands
Weigh the Tribune Ouest and Tribune Est against the Kop and the family stand, paying attention to lower or upper tier in each listing.
Step4
Read the listing notes
Confirm the delivery method, whether the seats are in a home section and any concession or age restrictions attached to the ticket.
Step5
Choose your quantity
Select how many seats you need and filter for listings that guarantee seats together if you are travelling as a group.
Step6
Pay securely
Complete payment through the encrypted checkout and review the total, including fees, before you confirm.
Step7
Plan your afternoon
Book travel around a 17:15 kick-off and check the shuttle times from the Le Havre bus station before you set off.
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Follow your order
Use track order to follow progress until your tickets arrive ahead of matchday.
Direct trains link Paris Saint-Lazare with Le Havre, with the fastest services taking around two hours. Travellers arriving at a Paris airport can connect into Saint-Lazare by public transport, then use the free matchday shuttles from the bus station in Le Havre. Brittany Ferries has announced the end of its Portsmouth to Le Havre route, so UK supporters crossing by sea should look at Portsmouth to Caen or Newhaven to Dieppe instead.
Overseas buyers do not need a French address, but they do need a smartphone for the HAC Tickets app. Groups should request seats together at checkout, since pairs are far easier to find than larger blocks. The date and kick-off are already confirmed, although a Sunday 17:15 start finishes at around 19:10, so check the last train back to Paris before booking a same-day return.
The clubs first met in the top flight in 1998/99, Lorient's debut season in Division 1. After a goalless draw at the Stade du Moustoir, Lorient won 1-0 at Le Havre's old home, the Stade Jules-Deschaseaux, in February 1999. Both clubs finished on 35 points, yet Lorient went down on goal difference, one goal worse off than Le Havre.
The balance swung again a decade later. Lorient won 3-1 at Deschaseaux in December 2008 as Le Havre finished bottom of Ligue 1, before the sides drew 1-1 in Brittany the following May. When Le Havre returned as Ligue 2 champions in 2023, they beat Lorient 3-0 in the first top-flight meeting at the Océane, then drew 3-3 at the Moustoir in a season that ended with Lorient relegated.
What makes the fixture distinctive is how evenly it is balanced. Each side has won twice while half of the eight meetings have ended level. Le Havre are unbeaten in the last five, but Lorient have already shown at the Océane in September 2025 that they can leave with a point.
The figures below cover all top-flight meetings between the clubs at any venue, in Division 1 and in Ligue 1, the name the competition has used since 2002. With only two meetings at the Stade Océane, the wider record gives a truer picture of the fixture.
| Metric | Total |
|---|---|
| Matches played | 8 |
| Le Havre wins | 2 |
| Lorient wins | 2 |
| Draws | 4 |
| Le Havre goals | 11 |
| Lorient goals | 9 |
| Biggest Le Havre win | 3-0 (3 Sep 2023, Stade Océane) |
| Biggest Lorient win | 3-1 (14 Dec 2008, Stade Jules-Deschaseaux) |
| First top-flight meeting in scope | 17 Oct 1998 |
| Most recent meeting in scope | 17 May 2026 |
Source: football-data.co.uk results archive, cross-checked against season results tables.
At Le Havre specifically, Lorient lead with two wins to one from four meetings, with one draw. Both of those Lorient wins came at the Stade Jules-Deschaseaux, while Le Havre are unbeaten in two league matches against Lorient at the Océane.
The fixture has come in short bursts, with top-flight meetings in 1998/99, 2008/09, 2023/24 and 2025/26 only. Lorient scored five of their nine goals in the first two of those seasons, while Le Havre have scored nine of their eleven since 2023. In total, 13 of the 20 goals in the fixture have come in the four meetings since 2023.
All top-flight meetings between the clubs, newest first, with the home side named first.
| Date | Score | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 17 May 2026 | Lorient 0-2 Le Havre | Stade du Moustoir |
| 21 Sep 2025 | Le Havre 1-1 Lorient | Stade Océane |
| 28 Jan 2024 | Lorient 3-3 Le Havre | Stade du Moustoir |
| 03 Sep 2023 | Le Havre 3-0 Lorient | Stade Océane |
| 16 May 2009 | Lorient 1-1 Le Havre | Stade du Moustoir |
| 14 Dec 2008 | Le Havre 1-3 Lorient | Stade Jules-Deschaseaux |
| 26 Feb 1999 | Le Havre 0-1 Lorient | Stade Jules-Deschaseaux |
| 17 Oct 1998 | Lorient 0-0 Le Havre | Stade du Moustoir |
Source: football-data.co.uk results archive, cross-checked against season results tables.
Yes. Resale listings open up seats beyond the priority window that the club gives its subscribers.
Prices tend to firm up once the club's own sale opens about a month before kick-off. Buying early gives the widest choice of blocks.
In the visitors' sector behind gate G, which holds 1,000 supporters across a lower and an upper tier.
Children under three enter free with an invitation collected at their gate, provided you can prove their age. From three upwards, every child needs a ticket.
Yes. Choose a listing marked as seats together, then receive the tickets on your phone wherever you live.
Sources: Ligue de Football Professionnel official 2026/27 fixture calendar; Havre Athletic Club official ticketing, season ticket, stadium access, supporter and accessibility information; Havre Athletic Club visiting supporters guide for the Stade Océane; Le Havre Seine Métropole; football-data.co.uk results archive; The Connexion; Trainline.