Lens Confirms Title Contention, Tops Ligue 1
14 February 2026at22:00
Lens secured a dominant 5-0 away victory over Paris FC in Week 22 of Ligue 1, asserting their readiness to maintain their challenge at the top of the table.
Lens effectively sealed the game in the first half, thanks to a brace from Wesley Saïd in the 24th and 38th minutes. Florian Thauvin then converted a penalty in the 58th minute to make it 3-0.
In stoppage time, Ryan Fofana compounded the hosts' misery with two consecutive goals in the 90th and 95th minutes.
This victory propelled Lens to the top of the standings with 52 points, one clear of Paris Saint-Germain, who suffered a 3-1 defeat against Stade Rennais yesterday (Friday).
Q&A
How did Wesley Saïd contribute to Lens's dominant win?
Wesley Saïd significantly contributed to Lens's 5-0 win, netting a brace in the 24th and 38th minutes. These early goals established Lens's dominance, with Florian Thauvin and Ryan Fofana later adding to the scoreline.
How does Lens's victory impact the Ligue 1 standings?
Lens's decisive 5-0 victory over Paris FC propelled them to the top of the Ligue 1 standings with 52 points. This result places them one point clear of Paris Saint-Germain, who recently suffered a 3-1 defeat against Stade Rennais.
