Lens dominates statistics but loses to Lorient

Lorient defeated Lens 1-0 at the Stade Bollaert-Delelis on September 5, 2026, despite Lens's dominance in the second half. The decisive goal was scored in the 54th minute, while Lens committed 18 fouls compared to 6 for Lorient, resulting in three yellow cards for Lens. The last encounter between the two teams also saw Lorient win, 2-1, in March 2026.