Lens vs. Toulouse: Preview and betting tips

The poor Friday football programme will be enriched by the French league match between Lens and Toulouse. The home team is playing for the second place in the table, while the visitors can bounce back from relegation. What to expect from the match and what to bet on?

Lens is as happy as possible with the start of the season. In twelve rounds, they have only dropped points four times so far, winning 1-0 at Marseille a week ago. They are three points clear of second-placed Rennes in fourth place.

However, Toulouse have also made a comeback after a poor start. They are currently four rounds unbeaten in the league, which has seen them jump up to tenth place. Moreover, it has gained a cushion on the relegation zone, now seven points.

The home team relies on goals from spike striker Florian Sotoci, author of six goals and three assists. Twenty-two-year-old Belgian international Loïs Openda shines alongside him, scoring four times so far.

On the away side, winger Zakaria Aboukhlal shines, the Moroccan international has scored three times and assisted three times. Stijn Spierings is the holder of the midfield line, the Dutch shield has scored twice in addition to his black work.

Lens boasts an excellent defensive performance, having conceded a single goal in the last six rounds. Only PSG have a better defensive record.

On the other hand, Toulouse have scored twenty times, the second highest number of the first half clubs too. Only Lille (21) are worse.

Considering Lens’ excellent defense and the overall well-being of the team, I think the home side will win.