Havre Athletic Club edged out Angers SCO 2-1 in a tightly contested Ligue 1 encounter at the Stade Océane on January 5, 2026. This crucial victory in a relegation six-pointer provided a vital lifeline for Le Havre, moving them clear of the drop zone, while Angers were left rooted to the bottom of the table. The home side started brightly and were rewarded with an early goal from a corner kick, giving them a deserved lead. Angers fought back valiantly and found an equalizer against the run of play just before halftime, setting up a tense second half. The decisive moment came in the 70th minute when Le Havre's striker latched onto a through ball and finished coolly past the keeper to restore their lead. Angers pushed for a second equalizer in the closing stages but found the home defense resolute, securing a hard-fought and emotionally charged three points for Havre Athletic Club in their battle for survival.