RC Lens vs Paris Saint Germain Prediction: Can Lens Break PSG’s Unbeaten Run?

Playing on December 22, 2024, in the Coupe de France Round of 64, will be an exciting clash of RC Lens with Paris Saint-Germain. On the one hand, there is PSG, the undisputed leaders of Ligue 1, and on the other, an RC Lens team that has ambitions for an upset. Both clubs seem to be quite busy, and the exciting clash is bound to happen. Will Will Still's Lens challenge Luis Enrique's juggernaut, or will PSG remain unbeaten in its quest for trophies?

It promises to be an eventful Round of 64 matchup filled with activity, entertainment, and possibly a few turning points. Will RC Lens continue to defy fate, or will it be another win for PSG? Tell us what you think and predict below-who in this anticipated contest do you think will shine?

So far this season, RC Lens, managed by Will Still, have had a fairly successful stint, currently sitting 7th in the Ligue 1 standings. They have been excellent in their last five - won thrice, drew once, and lost the other. But it is their form at home which hasn't really been very convincing although they have scored 2 points, with the other two games lost and a match drawn.

The bedrock of such a defense is Kevin Danso. This Austrian center-back has had a fantastic season, with a whopping 7.29 average rating, 5 clean sheets made to his name, 1.8 interceptions per match, and 1.6 tackles per match. The backline needs to be covered up well by the mighty defense that will be taking on the attackers from PSG.

Lens is unbeaten in its last three matches, showing that they are able to resist. They scored first in four out of those five matches, displayed admirable discipline on the pitch, and fewer than 4.5 cards in four of five recent matches. However, conceding goals during high-pressure moments is the Achilles' heel of the team.

PSG is in very good shape  in the Ligue 1, remaining unbeaten with 12 wins and 4 draws. Luis Enrique's side has been much clinical both even at home and away, having won three out of their last five matches. Their recent match against Monaco ended in a 4-2 win that showcased their prowess in attack.

Achraf Hakimi is the standout talent for Paris Saint-Germain, excelling game after game in his dual role as a defensive and attacking powerhouse. And with 2 goals, 5 assists, 5 clean sheets, and 1.4 interceptions with 2.3 tackles per game, Hakimi's a total nightmare for opposing teams. Rated at an impressive 7.99, he'll be key in breaking the defensive lines of Lens.

These streaks denote PSG's total dominance, having scored first in 8 out of the last 10 matches, and they're currently 5 games unbeaten with under 4.5 cards recorded in four of the last five. Thus, Lens will have to come to play to help break PSG's three-game winning streak.

The stats are highly in favor of PSG, which has won 12 times, lost 2, and drawn 6 against Lens. They've gone on to win four consecutive encounters, scoring eight goals in the process. Lens, on the other hand, has not had any success with keeping PSG quiet; they have conceded goals in six of their last eight meetings. Furthermore, both teams scored in six of the last eight matches, thus making a "both teams to score" bet pungently tempting.

• RC Lens: Unbeaten in 3 games, scored first in 4 of last 5, under 4.5 cards in 4 of last 5, under 10.5 corners in 5 of last 5.
• PSG: 3 consecutive wins, unbeaten in 5 games, scored first in 8 of last 10, under 4.5 cards in 4 of last 5.
• H2H: PSG have won the last 4 meetings, scoring first in 5 of last 6.

Such is the battle; these are two contrasting styles that will probably give the match a completely new identity. RC Lens will now be working with Danso's maturity in defense in order to successfully frustrate the heraldry attack of PSG. However, this will seem very different from PSG's 4-3-3 structure, spearheaded by Hakimi and involving attacking triads that want to catch the side of Lens out.

• Full-time Result: PSG win – Their superior quality and recent form make them favorites to progress.
• Both Teams to Score: Yes – Lens have the firepower to trouble PSG’s defense, but the Parisians’ attack is hard to contain.
• Total Goals: Over 2.5 – Expect an open game with plenty of chances given both teams' attacking tendencies.