Possession and Pass Statistics
Auxerre lost 5-2 to RC Lens on 24 August 2026. The match saw Auxerre take 10 shots, 4 of which were on target, and accumulate 1.79 xG. RC Lens controlled possession at 53 % versus 47 % for Auxerre. Both teams also turned the ball, Lens completing 469 passes against 415 for Auxerre.
Chances and Shots
The chances of scoring were far more numerous for the Racing side: 10 chances versus 7 for Auxerre. Lens fired 12 shots, 9 of which were on target, while Auxerre recorded 10 attempts, 4 on target, for their 2 goals.
xG and Fouls
xG statistics show that Lens generated 4.45 expected goals, versus 1.79 for Auxerre, for the 5 goals scored. In terms of fouls, Auxerre was fouled 21 times, while Lens only received 6 fouls.
Individual Performances
Franjo Ivanovic, the Lens player, won the most duels (9) and was also the top shooter (3) and dribbler (3) of the match. Yacine Titraoui made the most passes, with 61.
Thauvin: Distance and Goals
Captain Florian Thauvin covered 6 km and made 45 high-intensity runs. The French international also scored his 98th and 99th goals, awaiting his 100th next week in Strasbourg.
