How to watch Lens vs. PSG today: Ligue 1 preview, stats & prediction
PSG face Lens at the Stade Bollaert-Delelis to seal the Ligue 1 title
Needing just a point this season to seal the Ligue 1 title, PSG travels to the Stade Bollaert-Delelis to face second-placed Lens on May 13.
PSG had to toil hard in their previous match against Brest, but they found the winner late thanks to Dรฉsirรฉ Douรฉ’s 82nd-minute strike. Three points from the game helped Luis Enrique’s team virtually secure their fifth straight league title, and they require a single point from their near competitors to seal the deal.
Paris Saint-Germain have managed a compact defense in each of their last three away league clashes, conceding none on each occasion. Their upcoming outing is set to be a tight one as Lens have fought tooth and nail this campaign to stay just six points behind the leaders.
Meanwhile, Les Sang et Or enter this match intent on spoiling PSG’s potential title party. Even if Pierre Sage’s men emerge victorious in their next two games, it will still not be enough since Les Parisiens have a staggering +44 on goal difference compared to Lens’ +29.
The Pas-de-Calais-based outfit has made their home a fortress this campaign, as they have clinched wins in each of their 13 out of the last 14 matches played in their own backyard.
How to watch Lens vs. PSG live today and live stream options
Fans can watch the game at 9:00 PM in France on beIN SPORTS and Ligue 1+. Those in the US can catch the game live on beIN SPORTS en Espaรฑol, Fubo TV, Fanatiz, and Sling TV from 3:00 p.m. ET, 12:00 p.m PT, and 2:00 p.m. CT.
Lens vs. PSG team news
Renato Marin could start between the sticks again after registering his first clean sheet for the club against Brest.
Lucas Chevalier could miss the clash due to a thigh strain. Achraf Hakimi is expected to be benched for a similar reason. Warren Zaire-Emery is suffering from a back problem. Willian Pacho and Nuno Mendes are out with respective injuries.
As for Lens, Regis Gurtner is set to miss due to a hamstring issue. Jonathan Gradit, Allan Saint-Maximin, and Florian Thauvin are doubtful.
Lens vs. PSG: Statistics, head-to-head comparison and match prediction
PSG have won all of their previous seven meetings in all competitions against Lens. This same fixture ended in a 2-1 win for the visitors last season. According to FotMob, the head-to-head record for the teams is 2 victories for Lens, 11 for PSG, and 4 draws.
PSG will be in an upbeat mood to clinch their 14th French top-flight title, but they are predicted to face considerable resistance from Lens at their home. Enrique’s men should be able to edge the game and hop on the party atmosphere.
