Match report
Lens 2-1 Paris FC: match report
Lens defeated Paris FC 2-1 in Ligue 1, with goals from Thauvin and Hazard sealing the comeback at Stade Bollaert-Delelis.
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On Saturday, Lens came from behind to beat Paris FC 2-1 in Ligue 1 at Stade Bollaert-Delelis. Luca Koleosho put Paris FC ahead just before half-time, but Florian Thauvin and Thorgan Hazard turned the game around for Lens in the second half.
Luca Koleosho scored for Paris FC in stoppage time of the first half, assisted by Lassine Sinayoko, making it 0-1. Lens equalised in the 63rd minute when Florian Thauvin found the net with an assist from Thorgan Hazard. Thorgan Hazard then scored the winner in the 83rd minute, assisted by Thauvin, bringing the score to 2-1.
The match saw several yellow cards, with Moustapha Mbow and Pierre Lees Melou booked for Paris FC in the first half. Florian Thauvin, Samson Baidoo, Michał Skóraś, and Y. Cahuzac received yellow cards for Lens, while Otavio was booked for Paris FC in stoppage time.
In terms of key statistics, Lens had 56% possession compared to Paris FC's 44%. Lens also had 3 shots on target, while Paris FC managed just 1. Lens earned 6 corners, while Paris FC had only 1. Both teams committed 17 fouls, and Paris FC made 2 saves compared to none for Lens.
Following this result, Paris FC remain in 4th place with 14 points, while Lens move up to 6th with 13 points. Both teams have played 8 matches this season.
By Footyaro Editorial Team · AI-assisted from match data, checked against our live data · Editorial policy
Before the game: Lens vs Paris FC preview: form, head-to-head & prediction
Lens will host Paris FC in Ligue 1 on Saturday 24 October at 19:45 BST at Stade Bollaert-Delelis.
Both teams come into this match with strong recent performances. Lens have won three of their last five matches, with a sequence of LWLWW. Their last game ended in a 3-0 loss to Club Brugge KV.
Paris FC also have three wins in their last five games, with a sequence of WLWDW. They recently secured a thrilling 4-3 victory against Rennes FC.
In the league table, Paris FC currently sit in third place with 14 points from seven matches, while Lens are in eighth place with 10 points from the same number of games.
Historically, the teams have met four times, with Lens winning two, Paris FC winning one, and one match ending in a draw. Their last encounter was on 14 February, where Lens won 5-0 away at Paris FC.
Bookmakers have made Lens the favourites for this match, indicating their strong home advantage.
Match Events
All events- 90+5'Y. Cahuzac
- 90+2'Otavio
- 89'Michał Skóraś
- 85'Saud Abdulhamid(Out: Michał Skóraś)
- 85'Florian Sotoca(Out: Junior Kadile)
- 83'Thorgan Hazard(2 - 1)(Assist: Florian Thauvin)
- 81'Rudy Matondo(Out: Thibault De Smet)
- 76'Ilan Kebbal(Out: Patrick Zabi)
Match Statistics
All stats- 56%Possession44%
- 0.90Expected Goals (xG)0.40
- 3Shots on Target1
- 6Corners1
- 17Fouls17
Prediction
Live win probability
Lens 60%Draw 34%Paris FC 6%
Lens is most likely to win the game against Paris FC.
Match info
- Kick-off
- CompetitionLigue 1 · Regular Season 8
- VenueStade Bollaert-Delelis, Lens · 38223
- RefereeVernice, Mathieu
- ForecastRain, 11.4°C
Last five games
LensWLWLW
Paris FCLWLWD
Standings
Full table| # | Team | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 |  Monaco | 8 | +4 | 15 |
| 5 |  Lyon | 8 | +6 | 14 |
| 6 | Paris FC | 8 | +4 | 14 |
| 7 | Lens | 8 | +4 | 13 |
| 8 |  Marseille | 8 | +5 | 12 |
| 9 |  Lorient | 8 | +1 | 12 |
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Lens vs Paris FC: result, stats & highlights
Lens and Paris FC finished 2-1 in the Ligue 1 (Regular Season 8) at Stade Bollaert-Delelis. Played: (your local time).
Lens are 7th in the table on 13 points; Paris FC are 6th on 14.
Recent form: Lens WLWLW, Paris FC LWLWD.
Head-to-head (last 5): Lens 3 wins, 1 draws, Paris FC 1 wins.
See the goals and key events, lineups, team statistics below.