RC Lens Triumphs Over FC Metz
RC Lens secured a convincing 3-0 victory against FC Metz on March 8, 2026, at Stade Bollaert-Delelis, moving to within one point of Ligue 1 leaders Paris Saint-Germain.
Saud Abdulhamid opened the scoring for Lens, netting his first goal in Ligue 1, followed by Florian Thauvin, who scored his fourth goal in five matches. Amadou Haidara added to the tally with his first-ever Ligue 1 goal, showcasing Lens’s attacking prowess.
Adrien Thomasson played a pivotal role in the match, providing the assist for Lens’ second goal and reaching a milestone of 100 goal contributions in Ligue 1.
Metz struggled throughout the match, managing only a single shot in the first half and failing to find the back of the net. This defeat marks their 13th consecutive match without a win, leaving them at the bottom of the Ligue 1 table and 11 points adrift of safety.
Lens has now recorded six clean-sheet victories in their last eight home league matches, highlighting their defensive strength. This win also marks just the second victory for Lens in their last 11 meetings against Metz, indicating a shift in the competitive landscape.
As the season progresses, Lens continues to apply pressure on PSG, while Metz faces an uphill battle to escape the relegation zone. Observers are keen to see how both teams will respond in their upcoming fixtures.