The Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) holds a commanding six-point lead over RC Lens with just two matchdays remaining in the Ligue 1 season. While the Parisians appear poised to claim another championship title, nothing is mathematically secured until the final whistle. The Sang et Or still harbor faint hopes of pulling off a miracle to close the gap and force a dramatic finale.
For Lens, this postponed fixture represents their last realistic chance to keep their title dreams alive. A victory would slash the deficit to three points before the final matchday against Olympique Lyonnais (OL). Meanwhile, the PSG only needs a draw to solidify their championship status. The stakes couldn’t be higher as both teams prepare for this high-stakes showdown.
Want to catch every moment of this potential clash of titans? Below, you’ll find all the essential details on where to watch the match live on TV or via legal streaming platforms.
Key details: RC Lens vs PSG
- Date: Wednesday, May 13
- Kick-off time: 9:00 PM local time
- Venue: Stade Bollaert, Lens
- Referee: To be announced
- VAR: Available
- TV broadcast: Ligue 1+, beIN SPORTS 1
- Live streaming: Ligue 1+, beIN CONNECT
Current form and title race stakes
RC Lens trails PSG by six points with two games left. To overtake the capital club, Lens would need to win their remaining matches while the Parisians drop points. The Artésiens, already guaranteed second place, are also focused on avoiding injuries ahead of the Coupe de France final on May 22. Their priority remains securing the domestic cup trophy.
Key absentees for Lens: Suspended defender Saud Abdulhamid (red card against OGC Nice) joins injured players Jonathan Gradit, Régis Gurtner, Allan Saint-Maximin, and Florian Thauvin on the sidelines.
Predicted Lens starting XI (3-4-2-1):
Risser – Ganiou, Baidoo, Sarr – Sima, Bulatovic, Haidara, Udol – Fofana, Saïd – Edouard
PSG, on the other hand, stands on the brink of securing another Ligue 1 title. Manager Luis Enrique’s side will prioritize avoiding injuries ahead of their Champions League final against Arsenal on May 30. The focus is on securing the domestic crown while managing squad fitness.
Key absentees for PSG: Injured players include goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier, defenders Achraf Hakimi, Nuno Mendes, and William Pacho, along with midfielders Quentin Ndjantou and Warren Zaïre-Emery.
Predicted PSG starting XI (4-3-3):
Safonov – Mayulu, Zabarnyi, Beraldo, L. Hernandez – Lee, Vitinha, Ruiz – Mbaye, Ramos, Barcola
Where to watch the RC Lens vs PSG match live
Fans can tune in to Ligue 1+ for live TV coverage, available through major French broadcasters like Free, Orange, Bouygues, and SFR. The match will also air on beIN SPORTS 1. For streaming options, viewers can access the game via the Ligue 1+ website or the beIN CONNECT platform.
Head-to-head and betting insights
The PSG has dominated recent encounters with RC Lens, winning both league meetings, including a 1-2 victory at Stade Bollaert. Their last clash, a Coupe de France match in December 2024, ended in a draw before Paris triumphed in extra time.
Current betting odds:
- RC Lens win: 3.33
- Draw: 3.83
- PSG win: 1.90
Note: Odds are subject to change and were accurate at the time of publication.
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