Lens FC Secures Victory Against FC Metz
“There are still a few hills to climb but being within a point of PSG with nine games to go is a good thing in itself,” said Pierre Sage, reflecting on Lens FC’s recent performance.
On March 8, 2026, Lens FC achieved a convincing 3-0 victory over FC Metz at Stade Bollaert-Delelis, a result that brought them within just one point of Ligue 1 leaders Paris Saint-Germain.
Saud Abdulhamid opened the scoring with a superb half-volley in the 44th minute, sending the ball into the corner of the net to give the hosts a deserved lead. This goal was crucial as it shifted the momentum in favor of Lens, who had been struggling in previous matches.
Immediately after halftime, Florian Thauvin doubled the advantage, scoring the second goal for Lens. Amadou Haidara sealed the victory with a third goal in the 52nd minute, solidifying Lens’s dominance in the match.
With this win, Lens broke a streak of two matches without a victory, showcasing their determination to relaunch their title challenge. In contrast, FC Metz continued to struggle, having not won in the league since November, marking their 13th consecutive match without a victory.
Later that day, Lyon drew 1-1 with Paris FC, allowing Lens to capitalize on the opportunity to close the gap at the top of the table. The victory was a much-needed boost for Lens as they aim to maintain pressure on PSG in the final stretch of the season.
Despite the positive result, Pierre Lees-Melou of Metz expressed frustration, stating, “You could say there was a handball, but either way that feels like a defeat to us.” This sentiment reflects the ongoing challenges faced by Metz as they seek to turn their fortunes around.
As the season progresses, Lens FC will look to build on this momentum, with nine games remaining to secure their position in the title race. The upcoming matches will be critical as they aim to challenge PSG for the top spot in Ligue 1.