Match Summary
Lens defeated Estac Troyes 1:0. The match was played in Coupe de France 2017. Goals were scored by Cristian López 70′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Lens made 2 substitutions, Estac Troyes made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Lens and Estac Troyes — 1 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
Lineups
Lens lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under E. Sikora, while Estac Troyes deployed a 4-5-1 under J. Garcia.
Defensive Solidity
Lens deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Estac Troyes's 3-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Lens field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Estac Troyes's 6 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Lens start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Estac Troyes averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Substitutes
Coach: E. Sikora
Substitutes
Coach: J. Garcia
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Lens have recorded 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 defeats. Estac Troyes show 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Lens vs Estac Troyes Head to Head Results
Lens and Estac Troyes have met 16 times — Lens won 9, Estac Troyes won 4, with 3 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2011. Lens leads the head-to-head with 9 victories from 16 meetings. A combined 35 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.19 per match (22 for the home side, 13 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 6 matches (38%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 5 games (31%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Lens are currently unbeaten in the last 6 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–4 in 2026.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (16)
API data: 8 Apr 2026