Lens vs Lyon: Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips Predictions

Lens vs Lyon, Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips

Match Details: Aug 16, 2025 | Stade Felix Bollaert-Delelis | Ligue 1 | 16:00 GMT

Lens kick off their Ligue 1 campaign at home to Lyon this Saturday, with both teams eager to start strongly. Having missed out on Champions League football after a disappointing campaign last season, Lyon will be determined to push for a return to Europe’s biggest stage. Likewise, Lens fell short of European qualification by just five points and will be motivated to put that right. An opening-day win for either side could provide a crucial confidence boost and set the tone for early momentum.

Key Betting Tip: Lens Win @ 2.15 odds represents excellent value based on the tip provided by our team of in-house tipsters.

Lens vs Lyon Predicted Lineups

Lens Predicted XI: Risser; Baido, Sarr, Udol; Aguilar, Diouf, Thomasson, Machado; Guilavogui, Said; Satriano

Lyon Predicted XI: Descamps; Kumbedi, Mata, Niakhate, Abner; Merah, Tessmann, Tolisso; Maitland-Niles, Mikautadze, Moreira

Lens and Lyon Current League Standings

As the opening fixture of the season, this clash offers both sides a chance to launch a strong league campaign and underline their European ambitions. It also provides an early glimpse of how the two teams match up against each other. While the table currently lists Lens in 5th and Lyon in 8th due to alphabetical order, the real focus will be on where they stand after Saturday’s encounter. Last season, Lyon finished 6th, just three points shy of the Champions League places, while Lens narrowly missed out on a Europa Conference League spot by five points

Lens vs Lyon Head-to-Head Timeline

Lens head into the opener with recent bragging rights, having gone unbeaten against Lyon in the league since 2023 and boasting a strong overall record in the fixture. They’ll be confident in extending that run on Saturday.

Recent Head-to-Head Results:

04.05.25 Lyon 1-2 Lens

15.09.24 Lens 0-0 Lyon

03.03.24 Lyon 0-3 Lens

02.12.23 Lens 3-2 Lyon

12.02.23 Lyon 2-1 Lens

Lens have claimed three wins from the last five meetings between the sides, with the other two ending in a draw and a single victory for Lyon. The visitors will be keen to turn their recent record around and make a strong start to the season, but facing a confident home side in front of their own supporters will be no easy task.

Lens vs Lyon Matches Analysis.

Lens Last 5 Matches:

Lens 2-1 Leipzig

Lens 0-2 Roma

Wolves 1-3 Lens

Lens 2-1 Metz

Lens 2-2 Standard

Lens have enjoyed a promising pre-season under new boss Pierre Sage, a former Lyon manager, following the summer departure of Will Still to Southampton. In their last five outings, they’ve recorded three wins, one draw and one defeat, finding the net in all but one of those matches. Confidence should be high heading into the opener.

Lyon last 5 Matches:

Lyon 2-1 Getafe

Bayern Munich 2-1 Lyon

Lyon 4-0 Mallorca

Lyon 0-0 RWDM

Lyon 1-0 Villefranche

Lyon have also enjoyed a strong pre-season, matching Lens’ recent form with three wins, one draw and one defeat in their last five matches, and only failing to score once. Supporters will be hoping that momentum carries into Saturday’s opener as they look to begin the league campaign in similar fashion.

Lens vs Lyon Predictions

Our advanced algorithm analyses over 200 data points to generate these predictions with 60% confidence in an Lens Win bet. The model factors in current form, head-to-head records, player availability, and tactical matchups.

Lens vs Lyon Betting Tips

Football Park’s Best Bet: Lens to win @ 2.15 - Our team of in-house betting tipsters have predicted a Lens win. The recent head-to-head form, and current form justifies confidence in this selection.

Key Players to Watch: Lens vs Lyon

Lens – Adrien Thomasson

Operating at the heart of Lens’ midfield, Thomasson will be tasked with linking play between the lines and providing the creative spark to unlock Lyon’s defence. His vision, intelligent movement, and ability to arrive late in the box make him a constant danger in attacking phases.

Lens – Martín Satriano

Leading the line for Lens, Satriano’s sharp movement and composure in front of goal will be vital if the hosts are to make their early pressure count. His work rate off the ball also helps set the tone for Lens’ pressing game.

Lyon – Corentin Tolisso

A proven leader in midfield, Tolisso brings a wealth of experience and composure in possession. His passing range can open up the game, and his knack for arriving in dangerous areas could see him play a decisive role.

Lyon – Georges Mikautadze

Lyon’s main attacking outlet, Mikautadze combines intelligent runs with a clinical touch in front of goal. If given space, he’s more than capable of punishing any defensive lapses from Lens.

Lens vs Lyon Match Facts

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Broadcast Details: Ligue 1 Pass

Stadium Information: The Stade Bollaert-Delelis is the main football stadium in Lens, France, that was built in 1933. It is the home of RC Lens. The stadium's capacity is 38,223 – about 7,000 more than the city's population.