What a match! Lyon and Lens battled it out in a nail-biting Coupe de France encounter that went all the way to extra time. The final score was Lens 2-1 Lyon.
Lens, despite being the away team, looked determined to take the match home. They played aggressively from the opening whistle, applying constant pressure on Lyon. Lyon struggled early, with Lens dominating possession for much of the first half, creating numerous scoring opportunities. However, the home side managed to hold on for a 1-0 half-time lead.
The second half saw a shift in momentum. Lyon fought back strongly, taking the game to Lens and scoring an equalizer. It was a tense and exciting final 15 minutes, and both teams really exerted themselves. The extra time period was even more dramatic, with Lens ultimately securing a 2-1 win with a late goal.
Lens's two goals came from substitutes J. Gbamin in extra time and P. Valdivia (penalty). Lyon's goal was scored by J. Briand. Some key substitutions, like the introduction of key players, were made by both sides. It was clear both teams approached the match with a fighting spirit, and this was reflected in the exhilarating game that the fans witnessed.