The highly anticipated clash between Lens and Arsenal in gameweek two of the Champions League promises an exhilarating display of football.
Group B leaders Arsenal are brimming with confidence as they head to Stade Bollaert-Delelis on Tuesday evening.
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Lens kicked off their Champions League campaign against Sevilla, showing great resilience as they fought back from a goal down to secure a well-deserved point.
This result marked a turning point for Franck Haise’s side, who had struggled in the league season’s early stages.
However, Lens has since rebounded with consecutive victories in Ligue 1, lifting them out of the relegation zone.
On the other hand, Arsenal made a triumphant return to the Champions League after a six-year absence.
They announced their comeback with an impressive 4-0 win over PSV Eindhoven at the Emirates Stadium.
The Gunners’ dominant performance showcased their attacking prowess and put them firmly in control of Group B.
Lens’s early-season difficulties can be attributed in part to the departure of key players.
However, their new arrivals are starting to settle in, providing hope for a positive trajectory going forward.
Arsenal, meanwhile, remains unbeaten in both the Champions League and the Premier League, asserting their strength across competitions.
Teams news
Lens will likely continue with Deiver Machado in the wing-back role due to Massadio Haidara’s thigh injury.
David Costa, Jimmy Cabot, and Wuilker Farinez are still sidelined with injuries.
For Arsenal, Jurrien Timber is out with a knee injury, but Ben White is a suitable replacement.
Thomas Partey is recovering from a groin injury, while Gabriel Martinelli might make his return to the squad.
Possible Lineups
Lens possible starting lineup:
Samba;
Gradit, Danso, Medina;
Frankowski, Samed, Mendy, Machado;
Fulgini, Sotoca;
Wahi
Arsenal possible starting lineup:
Raya;
White, Saliba, Gabriel, Zinchenko;
Odegaard, Rice, Vieira;
Trossard, Nketiah, Jesus
Prediction:
Lens has shown improvement in recent weeks, but they face a formidable opponent in Arsenal.
The visitors’ strong form and attacking prowess make them the favorites to claim the victory and secure three valuable points.
- Our prediction Lens 1-2 Arsenal
