Lens vs Lorient: Match Preview, Predictions, Team News, Lineups
Lens will face off against Lorient this Sunday in Ligue 1, aiming to bounce back from a recent defeat. The match takes place at Stade Bollaert-Delelis, where Lens has shown strong home form. Following a 2-0 loss to Metz, they find themselves in sixth place in the league standings. Lorient, on the other hand, has recently climbed out of the relegation positions after securing a 1-1 draw against Paris Saint-Germain.
Match Preview: Lens vs. Lorient
This will be Matchday 11 of the Ligue 1 season. Lens entered this matchweek riding a five-match unbeaten streak before the Metz defeat. They currently trail league leaders PSG by just two points. Meanwhile, Lorient has had a mixed season thus far but has managed to avoid relegation concerns for the moment.
Ligue 1 Standings
- Lens: 6th place
- Lorient: Above relegation zone
- PSG: League leaders
Lens Home Performance
Lens boasts a formidable record at their home ground, recently winning four consecutive matches. If they manage a win against Lorient, it would mark their first stretch of four straight home wins since late 2023. Historically, they have performed well against Lorient at home, claiming victory 2-0 in their last encounter.
Lorient’s Struggles as Visitors
Lorient has encountered difficulties this season, particularly away from home. They have secured only one point in road matches and have yet to score away from Stade du Moustoir in the second half of games. Their last away victory came in March 2024 against Rennes, when they won 2-1.
Team News
Lens will be adjusting their lineup for this match. Key changes include Saud Abdulhamid, Deiver Machado, and Abdallah Sima, who replaced Malang Sarr, Ruben Aguilar, and Wesley Said. Odsonne Edouard has been their top scorer this season and will be looking to continue his streak.
Lorient faces some injury setbacks. Isaak Toure is recovering from knee surgery, while Bamba Dieng is dealing with a ligament issue. Trevan Sanusi’s status is doubtful due to an ankle sprain, and several other players are also nursing injuries.
Possible Lineups
| Lens | Lorient |
|---|---|
| Risser | Mvogo |
| Gradit, Baidoo, Sarr | Le Bris, Silva, Talbi, Yongwa, Kouassi |
| Aguilar, Sangare, Thomasson, Machado | Abergel, Makengo |
| Thauvin, Edouard, Said | Karim, Aiyegun, Bamba |
Match Prediction
Considering Lens’ home advantage and overall team quality, a victory is anticipated. The predicted scoreline for this exciting encounter is Lens 2, Lorient 0. This match serves as an opportunity for Lens to regain confidence and reaffirm their position in the Ligue 1 standings.
