And if the RC Lens was the good surprise of the very top of the table? — Foot11.com
An enticing level of play, combative players and a well-deserved third place: this is what RC Lens sums up at the moment. The Lensois are on a positive dynamic and do not intend to stop there. More
Pleasant beginnings
The start of the season is crisp in Ligue 1. Paris Saint-Germain, Olympique de Marseille and RC Lens were fighting for the podium and none of the three teams seemed ready to give up their place. With 17 points in 7 matchdays, the Sang et Or have not lost a match so far. The Lensois even hold the second best attack in Ligue 1, tied with the MHSC, thanks to their 16 goals scored. Fearsome offensively, Franck Haise’s men are not hiding and are starting to think about Europe. Asked by Telefoot, Florian Sotoca lets himself be tempted by the European dream. This season, Lens proves that he has the weapons to land in a European cup next season, it remains to be seen which one.
Lens can also thank its pretty transfer window for this positive dynamic. The arrivals of Openda, Samed, Cabot or even Samba confirm the serious summer that sports management is a fact. Brice Samba is one of the centerpieces of these victories. The goalkeeper is solid on his line and has conceded 7 goals since the start of the season. The Belgian revelation Loïs Openda is surely the best shot of the Blood and Gold. Arrived against less than 10 million euros, the striker is already at 4 goals in 7 games played. Jimmy Cabot, for his part, is the perfect replacement for Jonathan Clauss.
In short, RC Lens has integrated an attractive workforce as confirmed by Franck Haise: “I am very happy with this squad. For me, he is armed, solid. » With a team masterfully trained by Seko Fofana, Lens can therefore go far. Moreover, the midfielder has long been the attraction of the summer. Its extension confirms the strong Lensois project and validates a successful transfer window.
Lens remains stable in Ligue 1
Since its rise in Ligue 1 in 2020, RC Lens has held its position. While one could imagine a fall during his second season in the French elite, Racing held on. Result: the club rose to 7ᵉ place during its first two seasons in L1. This year again, the Lensois promise to finish in the French top 10. Why not do better? Since the arrival of Franck Haise at its head (February 2020), RC Lens has been on cloud nine. An ambitious and combative game with a lot of pressing, Franck Haise has found the recipe for winning. But what would this recipe be if it were not embellished with unfailing fervor?
This is also the strength of RC Lens: supporters who don’t give up. Like their team, the supporters are always present. Bollaert is renowned for its atmosphere and its many sold-out meetings. In Ligue 1 or Ligue 2, Bollaert sings, encourages and makes noise for his players. Inevitably, playing in such a stadium makes you want to surpass yourself. The good dynamic of Racing Club de Lens is no longer a surprise. What is one is his ability to work, question himself and always move forward. The podium is accessible.
A big calendar
The after international break will be eventful. Marseille, Lyon, Lille, Montpellier, beautiful pieces to come for Lens. With two teams in the top 4, the Sang et Or will have to show solidity and not be overwhelmed by what is happening. The two Olympics are on similar dynamics. Already beaten by Monaco and Rennes, two great teams in the championship, Lens will have to achieve the same performance over the next few weeks. A calendar that already promises some nice twists. Between a derby, a trap match and two meetings for the podium, Lens must be ready. The season is beautiful and well spawned. The two offensive weapons, Florian Sotoca (5 goals) and Loïs Openda (4 goals), will have the opportunity to wear theirs in this battle.