Ligue 1 Regular Season - 27
Lens vs NS Angers
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26/01/2025 | Lens | 1 - 0 | Angers | Ligue 1 | Stade Bollaert-Delelis |
| 18/08/2024 | Angers | 0 - 1 | Lens | Ligue 1 | Stade Raymond Kopa |
| 18/03/2023 | Lens | 3 - 0 | Angers | Ligue 1 | Stade Bollaert-Delelis |
| 05/11/2022 | Angers | 1 - 2 | Lens | Ligue 1 | Stade Raymond-Kopa |
| 27/02/2022 | Angers | 1 - 2 | Lens | Ligue 1 | Stade Raymond-Kopa |
| 26/11/2021 | Lens | 2 - 2 | Angers | Ligue 1 | Stade Bollaert-Delelis |
| 28/02/2021 | Angers | 2 - 2 | Lens | Ligue 1 | Stade Raymond-Kopa |
| 29/11/2020 | Lens | 1 - 3 | Angers | Ligue 1 | Stade Bollaert-Delelis |
| 03/05/2014 | Lens | 0 - 0 | Angers | Ligue 2 | Stade Bollaert-Delelis |
Lens Win
Angers Win
Draw
League Standings
League Standings
P: 25 GD: +32
P: 25 GD: +27
P: 25 GD: +19
P: 25 GD: +13
P: 25 GD: +7
P: 25 GD: +6
P: 25 GD: +6
P: 25 GD: +9
P: 25 GD: 0
P: 25 GD: -4
P: 25 GD: -7
P: 25 GD: +4
P: 25 GD: -12
P: 25 GD: -12
P: 25 GD: -18
P: 25 GD: -16
P: 25 GD: -20
Match Preview
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Title-Chasing Lens Aim to Overpower Angers
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 56/100. Lens must turn Stade Bollaert-Delelis into a fortress once again to keep their championship dreams alive.
The Setup
Lens sit second on 56 points, deeply entrenched in a fierce title race that is capturing the imagination of their supporters. Their home record is frankly formidable, boasting an 84 percent win rate in front of their own passionate fans. Every single fixture is now a must-win scenario for the hosts. A massive Stakes rating underscores the importance of every point right now, as any slip-up could prove fatal to their Ligue 1 championship aspirations. Angers, sitting comfortably in mid-table at 11th with 32 points, arrive as heavy underdogs with far less on the line. The Form metrics show the hosts picking up significant momentum, while the visitors bring a patchy, inconsistent away record into this daunting clash.
Key Battle
The relentless home attacking unit will crash against the Angers backline from the very first whistle. With the overall Balance heavily tilted towards the title challengers, Angers will be forced to absorb immense pressure. They will rely heavily on their standout goalkeeper Hervé Koffi to weather the inevitable storm. He faces a barrage of shots from a confident frontline eager to pad their goal difference.
Our Prediction
Expect total, uncompromising dominance from the hosts. Lens will dictate the tempo early on, pinning the visitors deep inside their own half. The sheer quality and motivation of the home side will overwhelm Angers, ultimately securing a comfortable 2-0 victory to keep their title push firmly on track.
Key Questions
Should I watch this match?
Yes, to witness Lens push for the Ligue 1 title in a crucial, high-stakes encounter.
What's the predicted outcome?
Lens are expected to dominate possession and secure a routine 2-0 home victory.
Where are Lens and Angers in the league table?
Lens are flying high in 2nd place, actively chasing the title, while Angers are stationed in 11th.
What is Angers's current form?
Angers have struggled for consistency recently, recording three losses and two wins in their last five outings.
Who is the in-form player to watch?
Florian Thauvin is shining for Lens, with 3 goals and 1 assist in 5 matches, averaging a 7.9 rating.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.