Lens vs Paris FC – News and Probable Lineups

Looking to secure their third consecutive league victory, Lens will return to Stade Bollaert-Delelis on Saturday to take on Paris FC, one of the unexpected teams this season.

After finishing as runners-up in Ligue 1 last season, Lens has climbed to eighth place in the league standings, following a 3-1 win against Troyes last week, which places them four points behind Paris FC, who currently hold third place after an exhilarating 4-3 victory over Rennes.

Match overview

Under the guidance of head coach Yannick Cahuzac, Lens seems to be finding their rhythm in league play, having secured two straight victories and gaining points in three of their last four league matches.

A win on Saturday would match their longest winning streak in the French top division from the 2026 season.

While they may be improving domestically, Lens has faced challenges in European competitions, having suffered defeats in their last two Champions League matches without scoring, including a 3-0 loss to Club Brugge on Wednesday.

Even though they have conceded only once in their last two league outings, Lens has allowed multiple goals in each of their three Champions League encounters, placing them below the qualifying line for that tournament.

This season, Lens has achieved two victories in three domestic home fixtures but could equal their number of home losses from the 2026 season if they are defeated on Saturday (two).

Les Sang et Or seeks to extend their winning streak against Paris FC in all competitions to six matches, having secured a 2-1 win at Stade Bollaert-Delelis last season.

In a thrilling match last week in the French capital, Paris FC managed to outmaneuver Rennes, ultimately securing the maximum points.

Under Liam Rosenior, they have shown resilience despite being equalized by Stade Rennais twice and remain undefeated on home soil in Ligue 1 this season.

Although they have scored a total of nine goals at home in this campaign, the Parisian side has struggled on the road, failing to score in two of their three away league matches so far.

This Sunday, Paris could experience back-to-back away defeats in Ligue 1 for the first time this year, matching their longest losing streak as visitors from last season.

Despite their impressive performance so far, Paris FC has been too reckless at times, leading to them conceding a league-high three penalties already.

This weekend, Paris FC could aim for their first Ligue 1 victory at Lens, having not secured a win at Stade Bollaert-Delelis since a 1-0 success in Ligue 2 back in 2016.

Team News

Jhoanner Chavez and Abdallah Sima could miss out this weekend due to thigh strains, while Jonathan Gradit is doubtful because of a muscle injury.

Maik Nawrocki is also facing uncertainty over his availability due to a cruciate ligament tear, while Matthieu Udol is set to return from suspension following a red card.

Odsonne Edouard and Ruben Aguilar scored in their triumph over Troyes, which was aided by an own goal. Florian Thauvin unexpectedly played just over thirty minutes in their midweek loss to Club Brugge.

For Paris FC, Jonathan Ikone has a leg issue, Nhoa Sangui is struggling with a sore hamstring, and Luca Koleosho may not feature due to a knock.

Three new players rejoined the Paris FC bench last time out, including Moses Simon, who made just his third Ligue 1 appearance of the season.

Maxime Lopez scored twice against Rennes last Sunday, with Lassine Sinayoko netting the winner from the penalty spot in the 97th minute.

Lens probable starting XI:

Risser; Antonio, Ganiou, Baidoo; Aguilar, Haidara, Bulatovic, Udol; Thauvin, Sotoca; Edward

Paris FC probable starting XI:

Traps; Camara, Chergui, Coppola, Traore; Lopez, Lees-Melou; Kebbal, Pagis, Krasso; Sinayoko

Both teams have shown resilience in their domestic matches, and it appears that the Lens defense will hold firm, with each side likely sharing the points.