Lens has won the French Cup for the first time in its history by beating Nice 3-1, on May 22, 2026, at the Stade de France.

What is the context of this win ?

The season has been magnificent for the Sang et Or, with a second place in Ligue 1 behind Paris Saint-Germain, and 70 points in 34 games, including 22 wins, 4 draws and 8 losses. Their recent form is WLWDD.

Who are the key players in this win ?

Florian Thauvin opened the scoring and deposited a corner on the head of Odsonne Édouard for the second goal. Abdallah Sima scored the break goal in the last quarter of an hour.

What is the impact of this win for the team ?

This win ends a 27-year drought without a major trophy for Lens, since their win in the League Cup in 1999. The currently injured players are S. Baidoo, J. Gradit and R. Gurtner. | Stat | Value | | Ligue 1 ranking | 2nd | | Ligue 1 points | 70 | | Recent form | WLWDD |

What comes next for the team ?

Lens will continue to play in Ligue 1, while Nice will have to play the playoffs to stay in Ligue 1.