RC Lens secured their spot in the UEFA Champions League on May 8 with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over FC Nantes in the 33rd matchday of the season. Mezian Mesloub, a 16-year-old midfielder, delivered the decisive strike in the 79th minute, just 11 seconds after coming off the bench. With 67 points to their name, the Lens side now sit comfortably in second place in Ligue 1, guaranteeing their European qualification. The Artois club can now focus entirely on the upcoming challenges with renewed confidence.
The Paris Saint-Germain clinched the 2025-2026 Ligue 1 title on May 10 following a 1-0 win against Stade Brestois at Parc des Princes on the same matchday. Désiré Doué’s goal in the 82nd minute sealed their 14th domestic championship, marking their fifth consecutive title under Luis Enrique’s guidance. The Parisian squad is now turning its attention to the Champions League final against Arsenal, scheduled for May 30 in Budapest. Their April clash with Lens was postponed to prioritize preparation for the quarter-final against Liverpool.
Where and when to watch the Lens vs PSG showdown live
The highly anticipated Ligue 1 clash between RC Lens and Paris Saint-Germain kicks off this Wednesday, May 13, at 9:00 PM local time at Stade Bollaert-Delelis. Fans can catch all the action live on beIN SPORTS 1. This season-ending fixture pits the reigning champions against their closest rivals in a stadium expected to be packed with passionate supporters.
The Paris side may opt to field a partially rotated squad, keeping key players fresh for the European final just weeks away. Meanwhile, Lens will be desperate to put on a strong performance in front of their home crowd, aiming to end the season on a high note.
