Lyon vs Lens: Summary, Lineups, Stats

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05 Mar,21:10
2 - 2
On Penalties: 4 - 5
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Lyon
Lens

Lyon vs Lens Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score

1st Half0 - 2
23
F. Thauvin
scored for Lens
45+1
A. Sima
scored for Lens
45+3
N. Tagliafico
was cautioned
45+3
O. Edouard
was cautioned
2nd Half2 - 2
54
M. Udol
was cautioned
67
R. Yaremchuk
scored for Lyon
78
N. Celik
was cautioned
90+4
R. Himbert
scored for Lyon
Extra Time2 - 2
On Penalties4 - 5
2 - 2

A crucial contest in the lower half of the France National cup table takes place at Parc Olympique Lyonnais on 05 March 2026, where Lyon host Lens. Kickoff is scheduled for . With both sides currently battling near the relegation zone, this fixture could play an important role in the survival race.

Lyon aim for structural stability in their setup.

Lens tend to overload midfield areas.

Recent Form

Lyon

D W W W

Lens

D W W W

Lyon have shown strong momentum, remaining difficult to beat in recent weeks. They remain reliable and consistent in recent games.

Likewise, Lens continue to perform well, maintaining a reliable level of consistency. The team should continue to build on their recent results.

Recent Form Home/Away

Lyon (Home)

D W W

Lens (Away)

D W W
Lyon form remains fairly steady regardless of location.

Lens show only minor variation in results between home and away matches.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)

Lyon

- + - +

Lens

- - + -

Lyon have shown good defensive stability, keeping several clean sheets recently. They look fairly disciplined in defence.

In contrast, Lens have experienced ups and downs in recent defensive performances. There is room for improvement in their defensive setup.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away

Lyon (Home)

- + +

Lens (Away)

- - +
Lyon show only minor variation in defensive strength between home and away games.

There is little difference in Lens's clean sheet rate regardless of venue.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5)

Lyon

+ - + +

Lens

+ + + +

Lyon are involved in some very high-scoring fixtures. Their matches rarely disappoint in terms of excitement.

In contrast, Lens's matches have been highly entertaining, with goals flowing freely. Fans have been treated to plenty of action.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away

Lyon (Home)

+ - +

Lens (Away)

+ + +
There is little change in goal frequency across venues for Lyon.

Lens's matches show a similar goal pattern both home and away.

Scoring Consistency

Lyon

+ + + +

Lens

+ + + +

Lyon have consistently managed to find the net in recent matches. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.

Similarly, Lens have been highly reliable in attack, finding the net in almost every recent match. Opponents are under constant pressure when facing their attack.

Scoring Consistency Home/Away

Lyon (Home)

+ + +

Lens (Away)

+ + +
Lyon's ability to score has been consistent home and away.

There is little difference in Lens's scoring output across venues.

Match Information
Referee: Benoit Bastien
Venue: Parc Olympique Lyonnais

Lyon vs Lens Video Content

0-1` Florian Thauvin 23
0-2` Abdallah Sima 45
1-2` Roman Yaremchuk 67
2-2` Remi Himbert 90

Lyon vs Lens Live Match StatsLive Match Stats

0.79
xG
1.96
59
Ball Posession (%)
41
2
Big Chances
2
1
Cautions
3
0
Expulsions
1
14
Shots
12
4
Shots on Goal
4
4
Shots Blocked
5
7
Shots inside Box
11
7
Shots outside Box
1
1
Hit Woodwork
0
10
Fouls
16
6
Corner Kicks
7
24
Throw Ins
16
2
Saves
2
16
Free Kicks
10
1
Offsides
1
538
Passes Total
367
459
Passes Completed
276
102
Passes in the final 3rd Total
100
68
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
66
14
Touches in the Opposition Box
32
12
Tackles Total
15
9
Tackles Completed
12
21
Clearances
16
12
Crosses Total
16
4
Crosses Completed
6
8
Interceptions
12

Lyon vs Lens Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations

Starting Lineup
40
R. Descamps
40
R. Risser
3
N. Tagliafico
20
M. Sarr
19
M. Niakhate
25
I. Ganiou
22
C. Mata
4
N. Celik
98
A. Maitland-Niles
14
M. Udol
8
C. Tolisso
28
A. Thomasson
23
T. Morton
8
M. Sangare
16
Abner
23
S. Abdulhamid
99
N. Nartey
19
A. Sima
9
Endrick
10
F. Thauvin
77
R. Yaremchuk
11
O. Edouard

Lyon vs Lens H2H Stats & Previous ResultsH2H Stats & Previous Results