: In their first meeting of the season, Lens secured a 2–1 away win at Angers. Florian Thauvin was again the hero, scoring both goals to help Lens reach the top of Ligue 1 for the first time in 21 years.
Lens utilized clinical finishing and high-pressure play to overwhelm an Angers side that had struggled for form leading into the match. : Angers - Lens
: Lanroy Machine scored a consolation goal for Angers in the 62nd minute, but it did little to stall Lens' momentum. Seasonal Context & Previous Meeting : In their first meeting of the season,