Ligue 1· Season 2025
Match Summary
Paris Saint Germain defeated Lens 2:0. The match was played in Ligue 1 2025. Goals were scored by K. Kvaratskhelia 29′, I. Mbaye 90′. 1 yellow card was shown. Lens had 38% possession while Paris Saint Germain held 62%. Lens had 25 shots (10 on target) compared to 10 (3 on target) for Paris Saint Germain. Expected goals: Lens 2.87 — Paris Saint Germain 1.22. Lens made 5 substitutions, Paris Saint Germain made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Lens and Paris Saint Germain — 2 goals and 1 card recorded during the match.
assist: O. Dembele
assist: D. Doue
Match Statistics
Lens had 38% possession against Paris Saint Germain's 62%. Lens registered 25 shots (10 on target) while Paris Saint Germain managed 10 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 6–3. Fouls committed: 9–3.
Lineups
Lens lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation under Pierre Sage, while Paris Saint Germain deployed a 4-3-3 under Enrique Luis.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Lens is —, compared to 7.12 for Paris Saint Germain. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Lens's highest-rated starter is —, while Paris Saint Germain's best-rated player is O. Dembele (7.41).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Lens have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Paris Saint Germain's starters account for 49 goals and 25 assists, spearheaded by B. Barcola (11G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Lens deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Paris Saint Germain's 4-man backline averaging 7.07. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Lens field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Paris Saint Germain's 3 rated 6.99. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Lens start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Paris Saint Germain averaging 7.29. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages —% for Lens and 88% for Paris Saint Germain. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Lens's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 17 for Paris Saint Germain. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Lens's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Paris Saint Germain average 22.9 (youngest: D. Fernandez (17), oldest: L. Hernandez (29)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Lens's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 23 for Paris Saint Germain. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Pierre Sage
Substitutes
Coach: Enrique Luis
Rivalry since 2010
Lens vs Paris Saint Germain Head to Head Results· 15
Lens and Paris Saint Germain have met 15 times — Lens won 2, Paris Saint Germain won 10, with 3 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2010. Paris Saint Germain leads the head-to-head with 10 victories from 15 meetings. A combined 39 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.60 per match (12 for the home side, 27 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 9 matches (60%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 7 games (47%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Paris Saint Germain are currently unbeaten in the last 6 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–1 in 2015.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 1 matches, Lens have recorded 1 win, 0 draws and 0 defeats. Paris Saint Germain show 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 loss from their last 6 outings.
Match Prediction
Statistical tip
Double chance: draw or Paris Saint Germain
Injuries & Suspensions
Lens
- DoubtfulS. Abdulhamid
- DoubtfulJ. Gradit
- DoubtfulR. Gurtner
- DoubtfulS. Abdulhamid
- DoubtfulJ. Gradit
- DoubtfulR. Gurtner
Paris Saint Germain
- DoubtfulL. Chevalier
- DoubtfulA. Hakimi
- DoubtfulLee Kang-In
- DoubtfulN. Mendes
- DoubtfulQ. Ndjantou
- DoubtfulW. Pacho
- DoubtfulW. Zaire-Emery
- DoubtfulL. Chevalier
- DoubtfulA. Hakimi
- DoubtfulLee Kang-In
- DoubtfulN. Mendes
- DoubtfulQ. Ndjantou
- DoubtfulW. Pacho
- DoubtfulW. Zaire-Emery
Bookmaker Odds
Best price
Lens
3.45
Dafabet
Draw
4.00
Dafabet
Paris Saint Germain
2.29
1xBet
Betting Odds & Historical Data
Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.
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Home Record / Away Record
Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.
Home Record: Lens
Away Record: Paris Saint Germain
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Data: football-data.co.uk
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 17 May 2026