Ahead of the Saturday, September 19, 2026 clash at Home Arena (Germany), the build-up to Le Mans vs Lorient in the France. Ligue 1. Season 26/27 is reaching fever pitch. Kick-off at 20:45. Christian Dingert will referee. Weather outlook: Warm and humid, 25°C. Becker remains questionable for Le Mans; Richter is a doubt for Lorient. History: Le Mans 3 - 0 Lorient (2022). Le Mans 3 - 2 Lorient (2021). Le Mans 4 - 1 Lorient (2021). Le Mans 1 - 1 Lorient (2021). Le Mans 2 - 2 Lorient (2024). Score forecast: 3:1.