Match Analysis
Pre-Match Analysis
Stade Brestois 29 and Lens face off in what promises to be a tightly contested Ligue 1 match. Historically, head-to-head records show a balanced rivalry. Key players for Stade Brestois 29 include Romain Del Castillo, while Lens will rely on Florian Sotoca to lead their attack. The predictions indicate a slight edge for Stade Brestois 29, with a 53% chance of victory compared to Lens's 47%, this is further reflected in the prediction that neither team has a distinct advantage in attack, defense, or overall form. With both teams evenly matched, expect a tactical battle where individual brilliance could be the deciding factor.
First Half Analysis
The first half was a high-octane affair, ending with Lens leading Stade Brestois 29 by a score of 2-1. Lens came out strong with goals early in the 10th and 22nd minutes, establishing a comfortable lead. However, Brestois responded with a penalty goal in stoppage time of the first half, reducing the deficit. While Lens held a slight edge in ball possession (52%), Brestois were more aggressive in attack, registering 15 total shots compared to Lens's 8, and forcing the Lens keeper into 5 saves. Fouls were plentiful with Lens committing more (15) than Brestois (13), resulting in more yellow cards for Lens (3) to Brestois's (2). Expect a fiery second half as Brestois look to capitalize on their attacking momentum and Lens attempt to regain control.
Second Half Analysis
The second half witnessed a complete turnaround, with Stade Brestois 29 mounting a successful comeback to secure a 3-2 victory after trailing 2-1 at halftime. Brestois capitalized on Lens's increased indiscipline, drawing fouls that led to a penalty and ultimately a red card for Thomasson in the 82nd minute. Del Castillo converted the penalty to level the score, and Brestois continued to press their advantage. The tactical shift saw Brestois increase their attacking pressure, resulting in another penalty and a winning goal in the 87th minute, while Lens struggled to maintain their composure, accumulating yellow cards and ultimately being reduced to ten men, hindering their ability to respond. The substitutions made by both teams in the second half were aimed at either solidifying the lead (Lens) or injecting fresh attacking impetus (Brestois), with the latter proving more effective.
Post-Match Analysis
Stade Brestois 29 pulled off a surprising 3-2 victory against Lens in a thrilling opening match of the Ligue 1 season. Lens started strong, racing to a 2-0 lead within the first 22 minutes thanks to goals from Sotoca and Machado, who were initially predicted to score. However, Brestois rallied back with Del Castillo converting two penalties and Lala adding another goal. A key moment was Thomasson's red card in the 82nd minute, shifting the momentum firmly in Brestois's favor and making it easier for them to defend their lead to the end. Brestois's ability to capitalize on set-pieces, particularly penalties awarded, proved decisive, against the possession and passing accuracy of Lens. Del Castillo’s two goals from the penalty spot, and Lala’s solid performance earned them the title of stand-out players. Despite dominating possession and expected goals, Lens's ill-discipline and Brestois’s clinical finishing ultimately determined the outcome, defying pre-match predictions of an evenly contested match.
Stade Brestois 29
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Stade Brestois 29
Last 5 Matches
Season Statistics
Lens
Last 5 Matches
Season Statistics
Recent Head to Head Matches
| Date | Competition | Home | Score | Away |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-02-05 | Ligue 1 |
Stade Brestois 29
|
1 - 1 |
Lens
|
| 2023-01-22 | Coupe de France |
Stade Brestois 29
|
1 - 3 |
Lens
|
| 2022-08-07 | Ligue 1 |
Lens
|
3 - 2 |
Stade Brestois 29
|
| 2022-03-05 | Ligue 1 |
Lens
|
0 - 1 |
Stade Brestois 29
|
| 2021-11-21 | Ligue 1 |
Stade Brestois 29
|
4 - 0 |
Lens
|
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-04-27 |
Stade Brestois 29
|
2 - 0 |
Lens
|
Ligue 2 | View Match |
| 2018-01-19 |
Stade Brestois 29
|
1 - 1 |
Lens
|
Ligue 2 | View Match |
| 2016-10-31 |
Stade Brestois 29
|
1 - 2 |
Lens
|
Ligue 2 | View Match |
| 2010-11-30 |
Stade Brestois 29
|
4 - 1 |
Lens
|
Ligue 1 | View Match |
| 2015-09-14 |
Stade Brestois 29
|
2 - 1 |
Lens
|
Ligue 2 | View Match |
| 2014-01-13 |
Stade Brestois 29
|
0 - 1 |
Lens
|
Ligue 2 | View Match |
| 2021-04-18 |
Stade Brestois 29
|
1 - 1 |
Lens
|
Ligue 1 | View Match |
| 2021-11-21 |
Stade Brestois 29
|
4 - 0 |
Lens
|
Ligue 1 | View Match |
| 2023-02-05 |
Stade Brestois 29
|
1 - 1 |
Lens
|
Ligue 1 | View Match |
| 2023-01-22 |
Stade Brestois 29
|
1 - 3 |
Lens
|
Coupe de France | View Match |
| 2023-08-13 |
Stade Brestois 29
|
3 - 2 |
Lens
|
Ligue 1 | View Match |
| 2025-04-20 |
Stade Brestois 29
|
1 - 3 |
Lens
|
Ligue 1 | View Match |
| 2026-04-26 |
Stade Brestois 29
|
None - None |
Lens
|
Ligue 1 | View Match |
| 2018-12-04 |
Lens
|
2 - 1 |
Stade Brestois 29
|
Ligue 2 | View Match |
| 2017-08-19 |
Lens
|
2 - 4 |
Stade Brestois 29
|
Ligue 2 | View Match |
| 2017-04-01 |
Lens
|
0 - 2 |
Stade Brestois 29
|
Ligue 2 | View Match |
| 2011-04-16 |
Lens
|
1 - 1 |
Stade Brestois 29
|
Ligue 1 | View Match |
| 2016-02-02 |
Lens
|
2 - 0 |
Stade Brestois 29
|
Ligue 2 | View Match |
| 2014-05-09 |
Lens
|
0 - 1 |
Stade Brestois 29
|
Ligue 2 | View Match |
| 2020-12-23 |
Lens
|
2 - 1 |
Stade Brestois 29
|
Ligue 1 | View Match |
| 2022-03-05 |
Lens
|
0 - 1 |
Stade Brestois 29
|
Ligue 1 | View Match |
| 2022-08-07 |
Lens
|
3 - 2 |
Stade Brestois 29
|
Ligue 1 | View Match |
| 2024-03-09 |
Lens
|
1 - 0 |
Stade Brestois 29
|
Ligue 1 | View Match |
| 2024-08-25 |
Lens
|
2 - 0 |
Stade Brestois 29
|
Ligue 1 | View Match |
| 2025-08-29 |
Lens
|
3 - 1 |
Stade Brestois 29
|
Ligue 1 | View Match |
Team Injuries
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