Match report

Lens Secures Victory Over Paris FC 2–0 in Ligue 2

Paris FC
Paris FC
0–2
FT
Lens
Lens
Mar 2, 2020

In a tightly contested Ligue 2 match, Lens emerged victorious against Paris FC with a 2–0 scoreline. Forward F. Sotoca was the star of the show, scoring both goals and leading Lens to a crucial victory. Paris FC struggled to find their footing, especially after losing two players to yellow cards in the first half. The victory moves Lens up the Ligue 2 table and shows their intent to push for promotion.

Key Facts

  • • Lens defeated Paris FC 2–0 in Ligue 2.
  • • F. Sotoca scored both goals for Lens.
  • • S. Banza provided two assists for Lens.
  • • Paris FC had two yellow cards in the first half, affecting their momentum.
  • • Lens made three substitutions, while Paris FC made three as well.

Lineups

Paris FC

Formation: 4-3-3

Starting XI

  • 1 V. De Marconnay (G)
  • 2 A. Abdi (D)
  • 20 J. López Baila (F)
  • 17 S. Yohou (D)
  • 38 I. Cissé (D)
  • 19 O. Kanté (D)
  • 13 M. Rabiu (M)
  • 12 L. Nomenjanahary (F)
  • 14 C. Mandouki (M)
  • 28 V. Koziello (M)
  • 7 J. Ménez (F)

Substitutes

  • 24 C. Timite
  • 11 F. Martin
  • 29 A. Sarr
  • 33 P. Koffi
  • 27 M. Kikonda
  • 23 Felipe Saad
  • 30 A. Maisonnial

Lens

Formation: 3-4-1-2

Starting XI

  • 16 J. Leca (G)
  • 5 Z. Diallo (D)
  • 15 Steven Fortès (D)
  • 20 C. Traoré (M)
  • 26 A. Radovanović (D)
  • 18 Y. Cahuzac (M)
  • 22 T. Mauricio (F)
  • 19 C. Boli (M)
  • 28 C. Doucoure (M)
  • 7 F. Sotoca (F)
  • 23 S. Banza (F)

Substitutes

  • 25 C. Jean
  • 6 M. Perez
  • 27 G. Gillet
  • 29 Vitor
  • 14 J. Keita
  • 24 J. Gradit
  • 1 D. Desprez

Timeline

  1. Lens
    30' Lens Card · Yellow Card
    C. Doucouré
  2. Lens
    37' Lens Goal · Normal Goal
    F. Sotoca · Assist: S. Banza
  3. Paris FC
    45' Paris FC Card · Yellow Card
    Vincent Koziello
  4. Lens
    47' Lens Goal · Normal Goal
    F. Sotoca · Assist: S. Banza
  5. Paris FC
    49' Paris FC Card · Yellow Card
    M. Rabiu
  6. Paris FC
    59' Paris FC subst · Substitution 1
    Off: L. Nomenjanahary · On: C. Timite
  7. Paris FC
    62' Paris FC subst · Substitution 2
    Off: J. Lopez · On: F. Martin
  8. Lens
    65' Lens Card · Yellow Card
    Aleksandar Radovanović
  9. Lens
    70' Lens subst · Substitution 1
    Off: T. Mauricio · On: C. Jean
  10. Lens
    80' Lens subst · Substitution 2
    Off: S. Banza · On: M. Perez
  11. Lens
    81' Lens Card · Yellow Card
    F. Sotoca
  12. Lens
    84' Lens subst · Substitution 3
    Off: C. Doucouré · On: Guillaume Gillet
  13. Paris FC
    85' Paris FC subst · Substitution 3
    Off: Vincent Koziello · On: A. Sarr

Match Stats

Stat Paris FC Lens
Fouls 19 17
Pass Accuracy 77% 76%
Offsides 1 1
Red Cards — —
Total Shots 2 11
Corners 1 2
Total Passes 496 367
Yellow Cards 2 3
Blocked Shots 2 2
Shots on Target 0 5
Shots off Target 0 4
Possession 57% 43%
Accurate Passes 381 279
Shots Inside Box 0 8
Saves 3 0
Shots Outside Box 2 3

Key Match Notes

  • ▸ Lens took the lead in the 37th minute when F. Sotoca scored, setting the tone for the match.
  • ▸ The second yellow card for Paris FC in the first half further weakened their defense and allowed Lens to control the game.