Lens narrowly beat Nantes 2-1 in Ligue 1 on Sunday evening. The result sees the visitors move up to fourth place in the table, while Lens remain fifth.
The match was played at Stade de France in Paris and saw both teams put in some impressive displays. However, it was Lens who came out on top with a goal from Donyell Malen in the first half and another from Théo Walcott in the second.
Nantes, meanwhile, were unable to find the back of the net despite having several chances. The visitors will be disappointed not to have won the game, but they can take heart from their performance and the fact that they remain in contention for European football next season.
In other news, Openda FC has been crowned champions of the South African Premier Division after defeating Kaizer Chiefs 2-1 in the final. The victory sees the team finish the season unbeaten and win the league title for the first time since 2009.
The match was played at Soccer City in Johannesburg and saw both teams put in some excellent performances. However, it was Openda who emerged victorious with goals from Sibusiso Dlamini and Thembinkosi Pule in the first half.
Kaizer Chiefs will undoubtedly be disappointed not to have won the game, but they can take comfort from their strong season and the fact that they finished as runners-up in the competition.
Overall, it was a great weekend of football with plenty of excitement and drama on show across the continent.