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06:00 PM
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Patchy rain nearby
A thrilling encounter between Auxerre and Lens ended in a 2-2 draw, leaving fans on the edge of their seats until the final whistle. Both teams played an aggressive game, with Lens dominating possession (61%) and creating more shots (16) compared to Auxerre (10). However, Auxerre managed to secure two goals, showcasing their resilience and ability to pounce on chances.
The most exciting moments were undoubtedly the late substitutions which resulted in some last-minute goals and a few close calls. Auxerre's Gideon Mensah scored in the 73rd minute and Lens's M'Bala Nzola scored in the 45th. Auxerre's G. Perrin also scored in the 31st minute and Lens's N. El Aynaoui also found the back of the net in the 22nd. It was a game of two halves, with both sides showing their attacking prowess.
Auxerre seemed to have a more defensive approach in the first half, relying on counter-attacks and set pieces. Lens, on the other hand, came out playing a very aggressive game in the first half with a focused attacking style that aimed to exploit every opportunity to score, eventually taking the lead, but Auxerre found a way to fight back with their own offensive approach. The second half saw both teams trading chances and substitutions, demonstrating the intensity of the match. The substitutions seemed to affect the game drastically, causing late-game excitement with last-minute goals and close calls.
This was certainly a game that fans won't forget!