With just two Ligue 1 fixtures remaining, Paris Saint-Germain hold a six-point advantage over RC Lens, putting them on the brink of securing another French top-flight title. Yet, as mathematical certainty remains elusive, the Sang et Or still harbor realistic hopes of turning the tide. Their upcoming clash against PSG represents their final opportunity to keep the championship race alive before the season’s conclusion.
For the men in red and gold, a victory would slash the deficit to just three points ahead of the final weekend, when they face Olympique Lyonnais. Meanwhile, the capital club only needs a draw to mathematically clinch the trophy. The stakes couldn’t be higher as these two Ligue 1 heavyweights lock horns in a delayed showdown that could redefine the season’s narrative.
Want to catch every moment of this high-stakes encounter? Below, you’ll find the full breakdown of how and where to watch the match live on TV or via legal streaming platforms, along with the latest team news and betting odds.
Lens vs PSG: match details at a glance
- Date: Wednesday, May 13
- Kickoff time: 9:00 PM CET
- Venue: Stade Bollaert-Delelis, Lens
- Referee: To be confirmed
- VAR: Active
- TV broadcast: Ligue 1+, beIN SPORTS 1
- Live streaming: Ligue 1+ website/app, beIN CONNECT
- Betting odds: 3.33 (Lens win) / 3.83 (Draw) / 1.90 (PSG win)
Latest team updates ahead of the clash
RC Lens: injury concerns and potential lineup
The RC Lens sit six points adrift of PSG, meaning they must win both their remaining games to stand any chance of lifting the trophy. However, their primary focus now shifts to avoiding further injuries, especially with the Coupe de France final looming on May 22. Key absentees for this fixture include:
- Saud Abdulhamid (suspension after red card vs Nice)
- Jonathan Gradit, Régis Gurtner, Allan Saint-Maximin, and Florian Thauvin (injured)
Predicted starting XI (3-4-2-1 formation):
Coach: Pierre Sage
Risser – Ganiou, Baidoo, Sarr – Sima, Bulatovic, Haidara, Udol – Fofana, Saïd – Edouard
Paris Saint-Germain: title celebrations on the horizon
The PSG are tantalizingly close to claiming a fourth consecutive Ligue 1 crown. With their sights set on the Champions League final against Arsenal on May 30, manager Luis Enrique will prioritize squad preservation. Notably absent players include:
- Lucas Chevalier (muscle injury)
- Achraf Hakimi, Nuno Mendes, William Pacho (thigh injuries)
- Quentin Ndjantou and Warren Zaïre-Emery (injured)
Predicted starting XI (4-3-3 formation):
Coach: Luis Enrique
Safonov – Mayulu, Zabarnyi, Beraldo, L. Hernandez – Lee, Vitinha, Ruiz – Mbaye, Ramos, Barcola
Where to watch Lens vs PSG live: TV and streaming options
Catch all the action from Stade Bollaert-Delelis via Ligue 1+, available on major French pay-TV packages (Free, Orange, Bouygues, SFR). Alternatively, tune in through RMC Sport or DAZN. The match will also air on beIN SPORTS 1. For streaming fans, the game will be available on the Ligue 1+ website and the beIN CONNECT platform.
Head-to-head: Lens vs PSG in recent meetings
The PSG have dominated the last two league encounters against RC Lens, including a 1-2 victory at Bollaert-Delelis. Their most recent clash—a Coupe de France fixture in December 2024—ended in a draw before PSG advanced on penalties.
Betting preview: odds for Lens vs PSG
The latest market rates suggest:
- 3.33 for an RC Lens victory
- 3.83 for a draw
- 1.90 for a PSG win
Odds are subject to change and correct as of publication.
