Lens defeated Angers 2-0 in their latest Ligue 1 match on Saturday afternoon. The victory was the second straight for the French club after they beat Nice last weekend.
The match began with both teams trying to establish themselves early on. However, it was Lens who took the lead in the 19th minute through a header from a corner kick by Maxence Domont. The goal was well-deserved as Lens had been dominating the game so far.
Angers responded in the 68th minute when a cross from the left flank found the head of Yohan Benalouane, who headed home to make it 1-1. However, it was Lens who would go on to win the match in the final minutes through goals from Openda and Fofana.
Openda's goal came in the 74th minute when he received a pass from the right wing and volleyed the ball past the Angers goalkeeper. Fofana scored in the 85th minute when he latched onto a loose ball and slotted it into the back of the net.
Both players were instrumental in securing the victory for Lens. Openda is a young talent who has already shown promise at the highest level of football, while Fofana has been a consistent performer for the club this season.
Overall, Lens' victory against Angers was a significant one for the club. It marked their first win over Angers since the 2017-18 campaign and will be a boost for the team going forward. The victory also puts them in a good position to challenge for a top-four finish this season.