Le Mans FC will host Lille at home on Saturday, November 28, a Ligue 1 fixture scheduled for an 8:45 PM kickoff. The French Professional Football League (LFP) confirmed this schedule for the 12th matchday on Friday, September 4, 2026, as reported by Le Mans.maville.com. The Manceaux club, currently 13th in the standings with one point from two games, will look to improve a record that reads one draw and one loss so far this season.
When is the match against Lille?
The clash between Le Mans FC and Lille is set for Saturday, November 28, 2026, with an 8:45 PM start time. This match is part of a full Ligue 1 matchday that will also see Paris Saint-Germain host Lorient, Le Havre face Strasbourg, and Nice take on Troyes at the same time. Broadcast coverage will be provided by Ligue 1 +, the exclusive broadcaster of the French championship this season. Fans can check the full schedule on our fixtures page.
What is the connection between Lille and Le Mans FC?
This fixture carries extra significance with the return of Olivier Létang to the Stade du Mans. The current Lille president, 53, is a native of the city and once wore the Le Mans FC jersey in Division 2. Between 1995 and 1997, he made six appearances for the club. Another link is defender Isaac Cossier. The 19-year-old, who was on loan at Le Mans FC last season, featured in Lille's win at Angers on August 23. The Le Mans technical staff is closely monitoring the progress of their former players.
What is Le Mans FC's current form?
Before looking ahead to November, Le Mans FC must focus on the immediate task. The club sits in 13th place with just one point from a draw and a loss. Their goal difference stands at minus one, having scored four and conceded five. The team already trails league leaders Lille by six points. To get back to winning ways, they will have to manage without two key players: Erwan Colas and Samuel Yohou are currently sidelined. Full squad and injury details are available on our squad and injuries pages.
What are the upcoming fixtures?
The path to hosting Lille includes a significant away trip first. Le Mans FC's next match is an away fixture against Nice, currently 17th, on Friday, September 5, 2026. This away game represents a key opportunity to pick up points and climb the table before the international break. The club's management also hopes to soon finalize the arrival of a new Brazilian player from Coritiba FC to bolster the squad for the long season ahead. Fans can track the league standings in real time on our standings page. Preparations for the November 28 showdown begin this weekend in Nice.
