The Lensois continue their merry way and remain undefeated after beating Stade Rennais (2-1) on Saturday evening, at home at the Bollaert stadium during the 4th day of Ligue 1. Three victories in four league games for the Northerners.
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During the first period, both teams quickly put on some intensity in their early game, combining four fouls in the first six minutes.
After ten minutes of play, neither team had yet struck on goal.
The chances were few despite two teams well in place, clean and organized.
At the break, the score was blank with three Lensoise shots (0.09 xg) and two Rennes (0.04 xg).
The second period was marked by a quick awakening of RC Lens which got three big chances as soon as they returned from the locker room with shots deflected in extremis by Arthur Theate then Joe Rodon (47th).
Strengthened by their domination, the Lensois opened the scoring thanks to a big curling shot from their captain Seko Fofana after a number of leg crossings (66th).
A few minutes later, Lois Openda perfectly concluded a deep service from Florian Sotoca (69th) to put the Sang et Or away.
Gaetan Laborde's goal in added time (90 + 1st) will not shake the confidence and control of RC Lens.
In the standings, Lens temporarily takes the lead in the championship before the meeting in Paris, while Bruno Genesio's players have to settle for a meager 11th place.