• Lens clinches runner-up spot with Openda's 16-goal season, setting career high

    Updated:2025-11-30 08:32    Views:173

    The Lens football club has secured their place in the top six of Ligue 1, after securing a comfortable win over Olympique Lyonnais on Sunday.

    In the final game of the season, the team played out a thrilling encounter at the Stade de France, with both teams putting in strong performances throughout the match.

    However, it was the Lens players who emerged victorious, securing their second consecutive league title and setting a new career-high for the club.

    The win saw Lens finish the season with 47 points, one ahead of Lyon, meaning they will be playing Champions League football next season.

    For the players, it was a memorable season, with many standout performances from key players such as Anthony Martial and Adama Traore.

    But it was Lens' goalkeeper, Mathieu Courtois, who truly shone this season, making several crucial saves to keep his side in the race for the title.

    As the match drew to a close, the crowd erupted into cheers, celebrating what had been a fantastic season for the club.

    Overall, it was a great end to the season for Lens, and they will be looking forward to next year with anticipation.