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Lens vs PSG match

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The gist

Lens host PSG in the French Super Cup final at Stade Bollaert-Delelis on Aug 16, 2026. PSG seek a 15th title, Lens their first-ever.

Background

The Trophée des Champions is an annual match between the Ligue 1 champions and the French Cup winners. PSG won Ligue 1 last season, while Lens won the French Cup by beating Nice 3-1 in May. Lens finished second in Ligue 1 and are hosting the final at their home stadium.

How it unfolded

  1. May 22, 2026Lens won the French Cup final 3-1 over OGC Nice, securing their first major title since 1999.
  2. Aug 15, 2026Team news reports confirm Lens have four absentees for the final, including injured defenders Samson Baidoo and Jonathan Gradit.
  3. Aug 16, 2026The Trophée des Champions final kicks off at Stade Bollaert-Delelis, with Lens hosting PSG.

Who’s saying what

Analysts
PSG are favourites, having won 12 of the last 13 French Super Cups and unbeaten in their last eight clashes with Lens.
Caution
Lens are at home and have the tools to trouble PSG, especially after their strong cup run and second-place league finish.

Sources

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