Lens and Sevilla face off in their final Champions League Group B match at Stade Bollaert-Delelis. It’s a straight contest for Europa League qualification, with Lens holding a three-point lead over winless Sevilla, requiring just a draw to secure their spot in the Europa League.
Match Preview
Lens, after an impressive victory over Arsenal, suffered a 6-0 defeat to the same side, impacting their chances in the Champions League.
They hold the advantage over Sevilla but need at least a draw to secure a Europa League spot. Lens remains unbeaten in their last 10 league matches and has been strong at home in recent fixtures.
Sevilla, on the other hand, suffered a shocking defeat to PSV Eindhoven, further denting their European hopes.
They are on a concerning nine-match winless streak in La Liga and are also struggling away in the Champions League. Sevilla must win to enter the Europa League.
Form Guide
Lens (Champions League): D-W-D-L-L
Lens (All Competitions): L-W-W-L-W-D
Sevilla (Champions League): D-D-L-L-L
Sevilla (All Competitions): D-L-L-D-W-L
Team News
Lens will welcome back Morgan Guilavogui after suspension. However, they continue to miss Jimmy Cabot and Wuilker Farinez due to ACL injuries. Some regular players like Nampalys Mendy and Florian Sotoca should return to the starting XI.
Sevilla faces suspensions to Lucas Ocampos and Fernando after their red cards against PSV.
Additionally, they have several injuries, including key players like Suso, Jesus Navas, Erik Lamela, and Marcos Acuna. Dodi Lukebakio’s knee injury adds to their woes.
Possible Lineups
Lens: (3-4-2-1)
Samba;
Medina, Danso, Gradit;
Frankowski, Abdul Samed, Mendy, Haidara;
Sotoca, Fulgini;
Wahi
Sevilla: (4-3-3)
Dmitrovic;
Sanchez, Ramos, Gudelj, Pedrosa;
Rakitic, Soumare, Sow;
Torres, En-Nesyri, Mir
Prediction: Lens 1-0 Sevilla
With Sevilla’s squad depleted due to injuries and suspensions, Lens holds the advantage. Lens might not produce a high-scoring game but should manage to breach the depleted Sevilla defense, securing their spot in the Europa League.