Match Preview
Strasbourg, under the guidance of Patrick Vieira, has made an impressive start in the French top flight, collecting 10 points from their first six games.
Currently sitting sixth in the Ligue 1 table, Strasbourg is only three points behind leaders Brest and six points clear of Lens.
Their recent form includes a two-game unbeaten streak, with a victory over Lyon and a win against Toulouse.
Despite their positive start, Strasbourg’s goal-scoring record lags behind the top teams, with just seven goals scored so far.
Vieira will be urging his players to be more clinical as they look to compete with the frontrunners in the league.
Lens, on the other hand, experienced a slow start to the season but managed to secure their first win in the previous game against Toulouse.
Franck Haise’s side will be eager to build on that victory and climb out of the relegation zone.
However, Lens has struggled defensively, currently possessing the joint-worst defensive record in Ligue 1.
Team news
Strasbourg may be without midfielder Ibrahima Sissoko due to fitness concerns, while goalkeeper Eiji Kawashima and defender Karol Fila remain sidelined.
Lens, on the other hand, have a few players on the injury list, including Jimmy Cabot, David Costa, Wuilker Farinez, and Massadio Haidara.
Nevertheless, Haise is likely to stick with the same starting XI that secured their first win.
Expected Lineups:
Strasbourg:
Sels;
Senaya, Nyamsi, Perrin, Delaine;
Diarra, Doukoure, Deminguet;
Gabriel, Emegha, Bakwa
Lens:
Samba;
Gradit, Danso, Medina;
Aguilar, Abdul Samed, Diouf, Frankowski;
Sotoca, Thomasson;
Said
Prediction
Our prediction for the match is a 1-1 draw. While Lens will be riding on momentum after their recent victory, Strasbourg’s home form has been strong, and they have performed well at Stade de la Meinau.
