Lens defeated Nantes 3-0 in a thrilling match on Saturday evening. The victory was achieved through the efforts of several key players, including Lens' captain, Mathieu Valbuena.
Valbuena scored the first goal for Lens in the 27th minute, using his pace to burst past Nantes' defense and slot the ball into the back of the net. He then assisted Fofana, who scored two goals in the second half, giving Lens a commanding lead.
Fofana is known for his impressive defensive skills and technical ability, and he continued to impress on Saturday night as he scored twice in just over an hour of play. His first goal came in the 55th minute, when he capitalized on a mistake by Nantes' goalkeeper to score from close range. His second goal came in the 69th minute, when he received a pass from Openda and calmly slotted it home.
Openda also played a crucial role in the victory, assisting Fofana's second goal and providing support for Valbuena throughout the game. He was instrumental in keeping Nantes at bay throughout the match, and his contributions helped to secure Lens' win.
Overall, this was a dominant performance from Lens, who dominated the game from start to finish. They were able to exploit Nantes' weaknesses and take advantage of any mistakes they made, and their hard work and determination paid off in the end. It will be interesting to see how Lens perform against other teams in the coming weeks and months, as they continue to build on their success against Nantes.