The Matchday 8 clash in Ligue 1 between Lens and Paris will take place on September 19 at the Stade Bollaert-Delelis. Lens vs. Paris: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Lens
Pierre Sage's side approaches the upcoming match with a three-game unbeaten streak in the league. The team first thrashed Lille at home, then drew away with Rennes (0-0), and defeated Auxerre (2-1). The club is in 6th place, just two points away from the top 4. Additionally, they have conceded only six goals, with only three other teams boasting better defensive records in the league.
- In the last 10 Ligue 1 matches, the club has lost only twice (6 wins and 2 draws).
- Lens's uncompromising home streak in the league stands at 17 games – 8 wins and 9 losses.
- At least one team failed to score in 7 of the last 8 home games in Ligue 1.
Predicted lineup for Lens (3-4-3)
Roben Rosser – Pierre Ganiu, Samson Baidu, Malang Sarr – Ruben Aguilar, Adrien Thomasson, Mamadou Sangare, Mathieu Udol – Florian Thauvin, Wesley Said, Odsonne Edouard.
Defender Pierre Ganiu is out due to suspension.
Paris
The capital club has made a decent impression so far. Stefan Gilli's side defeated Lorient 2-0 at home in the last round. This was the team's third victory in Ligue 1. Paris is in the middle of the table, with their matches being among the most prolific in the league, averaging 3.6 goals per game.
- At least two goals have been scored in each of the last six Ligue 1 matches.
- Both teams scored in 5 of Paris's last 6 league matches.
- The capital club has scored in their last 6 Ligue 1 games.
Predicted lineup for Paris (4-3-3)
Obe Nkambadio – Mustapha Mbou, Otavio, Amari Traore, Thibaut De Smet – Adama Camara, Maxime Lopez, Pierre Le-Melu – Moses Simon, Ilan Kebbal, Jean-Philippe Krasso.
Referee
Gaël Angoula (France)
Matches – 10 (Ligue 1, 2024/25–2025/26);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 35;
Average yellow cards per match – 3.5;
Red cards shown – 3;
Average fouls per match – 23;
Penalties – 40%.
Lens vs. Paris: Match Prediction
The hosts are the favorites for the upcoming match. However, I would be cautious about betting on their victory, as the team is inconsistent and often alternates wins with losses at home. It might be more interesting to focus on the match's goal-scoring potential. Paris's games are among the most entertaining in the league. Paris not only conceded in 6 of their 7 matches this Ligue 1 season but also scored in the same number of games.
Lens failed to score in only 3 of their last 10 league matches. Interestingly, when the club wins, they score at least two goals. However, they have conceded in 10 of their last 13 Ligue 1 games. Therefore, I believe that both teams scoring is the optimal bet for this encounter.
My prediction – Both teams to score – Yes
