Result and Context

RC Lens defeated AS Auxerre 5-2 on August 22, 2026, at Bollaert. The match took place at 17:15, under referee Mathieu Vernice, at the Bollaert Stadium. Six days after winning the Champions Trophy against PSG, RC Lens perfectly launched its season with a crushing victory.

Goal Chronology

  • 12' : Thauvin (penalty) - first goal of the match.
  • 35' : expulsion of Makosso, giving Lens another opportunity.
  • 49' : Ivanovic - second goal for Lens.
  • 54' : Abdulhamid - third goal for Lens.
  • 61' : Namaso (penalty) - first goal for Auxerre.
  • 66' : Ganiou - fourth goal for Lens.
  • 69' : Sy - second goal for Auxerre.
  • 88' : Thauvin (penalty) - fifth goal for Lens.

Team Lineups

RC Lens: Risser - Nawrocki, Ganiou, Sagnan - Abdulhamid, Titraoui, Cuisance, Udol - Thauvin, Ivanovic, Sima.

AS Auxerre: Diop - Sy, Diomandé, Makosso, Akpa - Ahamada, Piedfort, Danois - Faivre, Namaso, Zossou.

Outlook

With this score, Lens positions itself among the top two of the previous season, preparing for a tough away trip to Strasbourg next week. Meanwhile, AJA will try to react at home against Angers.

Quick Analysis

RC Lens displayed tactical superiority from the start, exploiting the Bourguignon defense and its own discipline. The two penalties by Thauvin, at 12' and 88', were decisive. Auxerre managed to score two goals, including a penalty by Namaso, but failed to contain Lens's pressure.

Conclusion

This match marks the beginning of a promising season for RC Lens, who already won the Champions Trophy. Auxerre must regroup for its upcoming matches, notably against Angers.