Lyon vs Lens Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 05 Mar 2026

Coupe de France Betting Preview: Lyon vs Lens

Ligue 1 clubs Lyon and Lens lock horns at Parc Olympique Lyonnais in this Coupe de France quarter-final, with kick-off set for 16:10 on Thursday 5 March.

Our stake will be split when taking Lens +0.25 at odds of -143 for this Asian Handicap bet. It means a return in the event of a draw but a bigger payout should the visitors claim a win against Lyon.

Lyon were beaten in their last game. On their travels, they suffered a 3-2 Ligue 1 loss against Marseille at Stade Vélodrome. Paulo Fonseca's team enjoyed 48% possession and six shots on target, with Corentin Tolisso and Remi Himbert scoring one goal apiece.

Lens played out a 1-1 Ligue 1 draw in their previous game. This was away from home at Stade de la Meinau, with Strasbourg the opponents. Les Sang et Or were restricted to 45% possession and had five shots on goal, with Mamadou Sangare on the scoresheet.

In their previous Coupe de France matches, Lyon were at home to Laval and won 2-0, while Lens visited Troyes and landed a 4-2 victory.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Lyon beat Lens away when the teams last met. It was a 1-0 Ligue 1 victory at Stade Bollaert-Delelis. In the past 10 H2H meetings, we have seen four Lens wins, three Lyon victories and three draws.

Ligue 1		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
2	Lens	25	18	2	5	48	21	27	48:21	56
4	Lyon	25	14	4	7	40	27	13	40:27	46

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6 wins and 2 losses, averaging 2.0 goals from 4.5 shots on goal and 10.1 attempts. Lyon have had 54.3% possession and 4.3 corners per game. On average, they have conceded 1.1 goals from 4.6 shots on goal and 11.3 attempts, while their opponents have been awarded 5.3 corners.

Endrick is the top scorer with 4 goals, Corentin Tolisso has 3, with Noah Nartey and Pavel Sulc on 2. Endrick is the leading assists maker on 4, with goalies Dominik Greif and Remy Descamps collectively keeping 4 clean sheets.

Lens have won 5, lost 2 and drawn 1, with an average of 2.3 goals from 14.8 attempts and 5.1 shots on goal. There’s been an average of 49.6% possession, 4.9 corners awarded and 3.4 corners against them, while they’ve conceded 1.3 goals from 9.6 attempts and 4.1 shots on goal.

Wesley Said and Rayan Fofana have top scored with 3 goals, while Florian Thauvin is next on 2. Matthieu Udol has had 3 assists in the previous 8 games, while Robin Risser has 3 clean sheets to his name.

Confirmed Lineups

Lyon confirmed lineup (4-3-1-2): Remy Descamps (GK), Ainsley Maitland-Niles, Clinton Mata, Moussa Niakhate, Nicolas Tagliafico, Abner, Tyler Morton, Corentin Tolisso, Noah Nartey, Roman Yaremchuk, Endrick.

Lens confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Robin Risser (GK), Nidal Celik, Pierre Ganiou, Malang Sarr, Saud Abdulhamid, Mamadou Sangare, Adrien Thomasson, Matthieu Udol, Florian Thauvin, Abdallah Sima, Odsonne Edouard.

Lyon vs Lens Prediction & Betting Tips

Join us as we dissect the best Lyon vs Lens betting tips — from our expert match prediction and correct score advice to top player prop insights and a ready-made bet builder.

Match Prediction

Lens +0.25 at -143 have the look of a value bet on the Asian Handicap. We give them a good chance of landing a victory in this Coupe de France clash and it’s therefore a pick we’ll back with confidence.

The latest injuries and suspensions can affect the overall outcome and we use this information as well as the form guide. The same applies to the stats so that we can get the best understanding of how things might pan out.

Key Lyon vs Lens Coupe de France & league stats:

• The +0.25 line has been covered by Lens in 17 of their last 20 games.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Lens in 8 of their last 10 games.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Lens in 3 consecutive games on the road.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by OL in 2 consecutive games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by OL in 7 of their last 10 games against Lens.

The betting apps are estimating that there is a 58.8% likelihood of this pick landing a return. Our experts think there’s a stronger chance of success and calculate the probability to be 65-70%. It’s the reason why we are recommending this wager.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Lyon 0 - 1 Lens

We’ve got a correct score prediction which involves Les Sang et Or winning 1-0. Odds of +800 look appealing and we should get a run for our money here.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Florian Thauvin Over 1.5 Shots -159

Florian Thauvin (Lens) has covered the 1.5 shots total in five consecutive matches. The stats suggest that he can oblige with our Overs wager and we’re more than happy to take the -159 available.

Latest Florian Thauvin Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+240

First

+650

Shots

Over 1.5

-161

Under 1.5

-

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Rayan Fofana to Score +260

Rayan Fofana (Lens) has racked up three goals in his past seven matches. The odds that he will be an Anytime Goalscorer look attractive considering the numbers and we’ll plump for him to find the net at odds of +260.

Latest Rayan Fofana Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+220

First

+575

Shots

Over 2.5

+135

Under 2.5

-

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Lyon vs Lens Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

Lyon are chalked up at betting odds of +165 to defeat Lens, with their opponents operating at +148 with the bookmakers. If you want to back the draw, it’s available at +240 for this Coupe de France clash.

It sometimes pays to take the Draw No Bet option meaning there’s a safety net if the game ends all square. Lens can be backed at -128 or alternatively Lyon are on offer at -111.

The Total Goals market reveals that Over 2.5 Goals is the current betting favourite. If you’re anticipating that both teams will score, the BTTS Yes option can be wagered at -208.

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Full-Time Result

1

+165

X

+240

2

+148

Half-Time Result

1

+215

X

+135

2

+200

Double Chance

1X

-200

12

-333

X2

-222

Draw No Bet

1

-111

2

-128

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +0.25

-143

2 Hcp -0.25

+116

Total Goals

Under 2.5

+125

Over 2.5

-164

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-208

No

+145

Endrick Moreira de Sousa is available at +130 when it comes to Anytime Goalscorer. The favourite is now priced at odds of +390 to find the net first.

Endrick Moreira de Sousa (OL)

First

+130

Anytime

+390

Wesley Saïd (Lens)

First

+160

Anytime

+420

Odsonne Edouard (Lens)

First

+185

Anytime

+500

Rayan Fofana (Lens)

First

+220

Anytime

+575

Corentin Tolisso (OL)

First

+230

Anytime

+650

Florian Thauvin (Lens)

First

+240

Anytime

+650

Pavel Sulc (OL)

First

+250

Anytime

+650

Roman Yaremchuk (OL)

First

+270

Anytime

+750

Malick Fofana (OL)

First

+300

Anytime

+750

Rémi Stéphane Himbert (OL)

First

+310

Anytime

+750

Florian Sotoca (Lens)

First

+320

Anytime

+850

Afonso Bastardo Moreira (OL)

First

+390

Anytime

+950

Allan Saint-Maximin (Lens)

First

+400

Anytime

+950

Noah Nartey (OL)

First

+450

Anytime

+1200

Adam Karabec (OL)

First

+525

Anytime

+1300

Mamadou Sangaré (Lens)

First

+550

Anytime

+1400

Adrien Thomasson (Lens)

First

+600

Anytime

+1600

Andrija Bulatović (Lens)

First

+600

Anytime

+1600

Tyler Morton (OL)

First

+600

Anytime

+1800

Khalis Merah (OL)

First

+650

Anytime

+1600

Saud Abdulhamid (Lens)

First

+650

Anytime

+1700

Matthieu Udol (Lens)

First

+650

Anytime

+1900

Tanner Tessmann (OL)

First

+650

Anytime

+1900

Ismaelo Ganiou (Lens)

First

+700

Anytime

+2000

Ainsley Maitland-Niles (OL)

First

+750

Anytime

+2000

Endrick Moreira de Sousa (OL)

Over 3.5

-111

Under 3.5

-

Odsonne Edouard (Lens)

Over 2.5

-103

Under 2.5

-

Rayan Fofana (Lens)

Over 2.5

+135

Under 2.5

-

Wesley Saïd (Lens)

Over 2.5

+112

Under 2.5

-

Corentin Tolisso (OL)

Over 1.5

-167

Under 1.5

-

Florian Thauvin (Lens)

Over 1.5

-161

Under 1.5

-

Roman Yaremchuk (OL)

Over 1.5

-135

Under 1.5

-

Rémi Stéphane Himbert (OL)

Over 1.5

-125

Under 1.5

-

Allan Saint-Maximin (Lens)

Over 1.5

+110

Under 1.5

-

Saud Abdulhamid (Lens)

Over 0.5

+107

Under 0.5

-

Ismaelo Ganiou (Lens)

Over 0.5

-109

Under 0.5

-

Tanner Tessmann (OL)

Over 0.5

-200

Under 0.5

-

Matthieu Udol (Lens)

Over 0.5

-152

Under 0.5

-

Mamadou Sangaré (Lens)

Over 0.5

-208

Under 0.5

-

Khalis Merah (OL)

Over 0.5

-143

Under 0.5

-

Tyler Morton (OL)

Over 0.5

-172

Under 0.5

-

Andrija Bulatović (Lens)

Over 0.5

-130

Under 0.5

-

Adrien Thomasson (Lens)

Over 0.5

-164

Under 0.5

-

Noah Nartey (OL)

Over 0.5

-238

Under 0.5

-

Ainsley Maitland-Niles (OL)

Over 0.5

-105

Under 0.5

-

Latest Coupe de France and domestic league stats. Full Time Result, Goals, Corners and Possession.

Lyon Stats

Lens Stats

Full-Time Result

• 8 wins and 2 defeats in the previous 10 matches
• 8 wins and 2 defeats in the previous 10 home matches

Full-Time Result

• 7 wins, 2 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
• 7 wins, 2 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 away matches

Goals

• An average of 2.10 goals scored and 1.10 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 1.90 goals scored and 0.70 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
• An average of 3.20 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 2.60 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
• BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 home matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 home matches

Goals

• An average of 2.40 goals scored and 1.00 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 2.50 goals scored and 1.10 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
• An average of 3.40 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 3.60 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
• BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 8 of the previous 10 away matches

Corners

• An average of 4.00 corners awarded and 5.44 corners conceded in the last 9 matches
• An average of 5.78 corners awarded and 3.89 corners against in the last 9 home matches
• An average of 9.44 corners awarded in the last 9 matches
• An average of 9.67 corners awarded in the last 9 home matches
• Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 6 of the last 9 matches
• Had the most corners in 7 and least corners in 1 of the last 9 home matches

Corners

• An average of 5.22 corners awarded and 3.22 corners conceded in the last 9 matches
• An average of 6.67 corners awarded and 2.78 corners against in the last 9 away matches
• An average of 8.44 corners awarded in the last 9 matches
• An average of 9.44 corners awarded in the last 9 away matches
• Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 1 of the last 9 matches
• Had the most corners in 7 and least corners in 1 of the last 9 away matches

Possession

• An average of 54.44% possession in the last 9 matches
• An average of 57.44% possession in the last 9 home matches
• Most possession in 4 of the last 9 matches
• Most possession in 6 of the last 9 home matches

Possession

• An average of 51.67% possession in the last 9 matches
• An average of 53.89% possession in the last 9 away matches
• Most possession in 5 of the last 9 matches
• Most possession in 5 of the last 9 away matches

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