# Lens Clinches First Victory of the Season in Ligue 1 Round 17
Lens secured their first win of the season in Ligue 1 Round 17 as they defeated Brest 2-1 at Stade Brest. The match was a rollercoaster encounter, with Lens showing resilience to overcome a strong challenge from Brest.
Openda, the star striker, was the hero of the day, netting a brace to give Lens the edge. His two goals, one in the first half and another in the second, were the difference-maker, and he became the standout performer of the match.
At half-time, Lens held a 1-0 advantage thanks to Openda’s early strike. However, Brest responded well in the second half, with striker Terem Moffi pulling the scores level with a well-timed header. But Lens refused to back down and regained the lead through Openda’s second goal, which came in the 68th minute.
Despite Brest’s late pressure, Lens managed to hold on for a 2-1 victory. The win, Lens’ first of the season, sends a positive signal as they look to climb the table.
Manager Patrick Vieira praised his team’s performance, stating, “We needed this win. The players showed a lot of character, and Openda was outstanding. We’ll take this confidence into our next game.”
For Brest, who had won their previous two matches, the defeat is a setback. They will need to regroup ahead of their next fixture.
With this result, Lens moves up to 10th place in the table, while Brest drops to 12th. The win gives Lens a much-needed boost in their quest for a top-half finish this season.
Overall, it was a hard-fought victory for Lens, and Openda’s performance will be a key talking point as they aim to build momentum moving forward.