On 06.04.2026, the France Ligue 2 will see Le Mans challenge PAU in what is shaping up to be a closely fought encounter. Our expert analysis delves into the form and strategies of both teams, providing a clear prediction that emphasizes the strengths and weaknesses of Le Mans and PAU. If you’re looking to bet, our insights could be invaluable in making a well-informed decision.
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Saint Etienne | 28 | 16 | 5 | 7 | 50/29 | 53 |
| 3 | Le Mans | 28 | 13 | 11 | 4 | 41/29 | 50 |
| 4 | RED Star FC 93 | 29 | 13 | 9 | 7 | 32/27 | 48 |
| 10 | Guingamp | 29 | 10 | 9 | 10 | 38/41 | 39 |
| 11 | PAU | 28 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 40/44 | 39 |
| 12 | Boulogne | 28 | 9 | 7 | 12 | 30/38 | 34 |
Key Player Statistics: Le Mans vs PAU
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| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ligue 2 | PAU | Le Mans | 21.11.2025 | 1-2 |
| National 1 | PAU | Le Mans | 08.02.2019 | 0-1 |
| National 1 | Le Mans | PAU | 31.08.2018 | 2-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ligue 2 | Amiens | Le Mans | 20.03.2026 | 3-4 |
| Ligue 2 | Nancy | Le Mans | 13.03.2026 | 2-4 |
| Ligue 2 | Le Mans | Annecy | 07.03.2026 | 3-0 |
| Ligue 2 | RED Star FC 93 | Le Mans | 28.02.2026 | 0-0 |
| Ligue 2 | Le Mans | Guingamp | 23.02.2026 | 1-1 |
| Ligue 2 | Montpellier | Le Mans | 14.02.2026 | 4-2 |
| Ligue 2 | Le Mans | Laval | 07.02.2026 | 1-1 |
| Coupe de France | Reims | Le Mans | 03.02.2026 | 3-0 |
| Ligue 2 | Estac Troyes | Le Mans | 31.01.2026 | 0-2 |
| Ligue 2 | Le Mans | Dunkerque | 26.01.2026 | 1-0 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ligue 2 | PAU | Montpellier | 20.03.2026 | 0-0 |
| Ligue 2 | Clermont Foot | PAU | 13.03.2026 | 0-1 |
| Ligue 2 | PAU | Bastia | 06.03.2026 | 2-2 |
| Ligue 2 | PAU | Saint Etienne | 28.02.2026 | 0-3 |
| Ligue 2 | Estac Troyes | PAU | 21.02.2026 | 4-3 |
| Ligue 2 | PAU | Boulogne | 13.02.2026 | 1-2 |
| Ligue 2 | RED Star FC 93 | PAU | 06.02.2026 | 0-3 |
| Ligue 2 | Laval | PAU | 30.01.2026 | 0-1 |
| Ligue 2 | PAU | Grenoble | 23.01.2026 | 2-2 |
| Ligue 2 | Dunkerque | PAU | 16.01.2026 | 3-1 |
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Le Mans vs PAU
Bookies' predictions
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Betting Intelligence: Le Mans vs PAU
Le Mans are on a mission. Sitting third in Ligue 2 with 50 points from 28 games, they are firmly in the promotion picture. Every home game now carries real weight. This one is no different.
PAU arrive at the MMArena as a mid-table side, comfortable enough in 11th but without any major ambitions to chase. On paper, this looks like a mismatch. But football rarely cares about paper.
Here's what you need to watch for — Le Mans have been electric in recent weeks. They put four past Nancy, four past Amiens, and three past Annecy. Their last five league outings have produced 14 goals. This is a team that genuinely loves to attack. The bookmakers have them as clear favourites at 1.95, and honestly, that looks like fair value given the current form.
Don't be fooled by the mainstream narrative about PAU being a soft touch away from home. They beat Clermont on the road just last week, and earlier this season they dismantled RED Star 3-0 away. They can hurt you. Their 40 league goals this season tells you the attacking threat is real, even if the 44 conceded suggests defensive fragility.
Here's the surprising stat that casual fans will miss — three of the last four head-to-head meetings between these sides, stretching back to 2018, have ended with Le Mans winning by exactly one goal. Tight margins define this matchup, even when one side looks dominant on paper.
The disciplinary angle is also worth your attention if you fancy the bookings market. PAU have four players with red cards this season, including Meddah with 11 yellows already. Le Mans midfielder Lauray has picked up 13 yellow cards in 26 games. This fixture has the ingredients for cards. Back the over on total bookings with real confidence.
My prediction is Le Mans to win 2-1. I expect Rabillard, their eight-goal top scorer, to get on the scoresheet. PAU will likely nick one through a set piece or counterattack, keeping it interesting. Backing both teams to score alongside a Le Mans win looks like the smartest play on the card.
Get to your screen on Friday night. Le Mans are chasing something special this season, and moments like this one are exactly where promotions are built or broken.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D. Guèye | Senegal | 30 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| S. Yohou | Côte d'Ivoire | 34 | Defender | 190 | 88 |
| A. Rabillard | France | 30 | Attacker | 175 | 70 |
| B. Guillaume | Belgium | 30 | Attacker | 190 | 86 |
| N. Kocik | France | 27 | Goalkeeper | 193 | n/a |
| E. Quarshie | Ghana | 30 | Midfielder | 179 | 75 |
| J. Vercruysse | France | 25 | Midfielder | 183 | 77 |
| L. Abanda | France | 25 | Midfielder | 180 | 74 |
| H. Voyer | France | 29 | Defender | 182 | 66 |
| L. Calodat | France | 24 | Midfielder | 171 | 64 |
| E. Hatfout | France | 26 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| M. Robin | France | 26 | Midfielder | 186 | 70 |
| A. Delbecque | France | 24 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| M. Rossignol | France | 22 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| W. Harhouz | France | 26 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| N. Boissé | France | 20 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| A. Ribelin | n/a | Midfielder | n/a | n/a | |
| T. Eyoum | n/a | Defender | n/a | n/a | |
| Izhak Hammoudi | n/a | Defender | n/a | n/a | |
| Brunel Lutundisa | France | 23 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| O. Kanté | Guinea | 36 | Defender | 182 | 81 |
| E. Salles | France | 32 | Goalkeeper | 187 | 78 |
| J. Ruiz | France | 28 | Defender | 188 | 82 |
| A. Briançon | France | 31 | Defender | 185 | 79 |
| A. Bobichon | France | 30 | Midfielder | 178 | 72 |
| J. Gaspar | France | 28 | Defender | 179 | 50 |
| D. Meddah | France | 23 | Midfielder | 187 | 85 |
| K. Gasnier | France | 23 | Midfielder | 178 | n/a |
| T. Arconte | France | 22 | Attacker | 181 | 76 |
| T. Pouilly | France | 22 | Defender | 180 | 70 |
| R. Touzghar | France | 22 | Midfielder | 182 | 74 |
| O. Ngom | France | 22 | Midfielder | 184 | 75 |
| N. Raveyre | France | 20 | Goalkeeper | 182 | 75 |
| E. Zuliani | Algeria | 21 | Midfielder | 175 | 68 |
| N. Glossoa | France | 21 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| S. Lebouath | France | 24 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| J. Kalulu | France | 21 | Defender | 178 | 70 |
| O. Sadik | Morocco | 22 | Attacker | 185 | 80 |
| G. Versini | n/a | Midfielder | n/a | n/a | |
| T. Nihouarn | n/a | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
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