Hein inspires Metz as Le Havre thriller ends level | OneFootball

Match in Five Sentences: Le Havre and Metz shared an eight-goal thriller, finishing 4-4 at the Stade Océane. Mbwana Samatta struck in the fifth minute before Giorgi Kvilitaia levelled and Yassine Kechta restored the home lead before the break. VAR confirmed the spot kick and Gauthier Hein converted in the fifth minute of first half stoppage time, then Yanis Zouaoui scored from the spot (52.) and Jahyann Pandore replied moments later (54.). Le Havre registered 14 attempts and won 59.8% of duels, but Hein's late header (85.) ensured the points were shared after Fode Doucoure had briefly put the hosts back ahead (61.). Le Havre remain 14th and visit LOSC next, while Metz stay 18th and host Monaco next.

Player of the Match: Gauthier Hein drove Metz's comeback with two goals, one assist and 52 completed passes from 58, influencing the game all over the pitch.

Stat of the Match: Le Havre won 59.8% of duels, a platform that still did not translate into victory.

Three Things We Learned: Issa Soumaré created three key passes and set up Fode Doucoure's finish for the hosts. Nathan Mbala's two assists from the bench swung the visitors back into the contest. Metz converted four of five shots on target, highlighting ruthless finishing.