Paris FC found a single clean way through the Bollaert rain, and it was enough to silence Lens before the interval. Under sustained pressure on Saturday night, the visitors struck with their first shot on target, Luca Koleosho finishing a rapid counterattack in stoppage time of the first half.
Quick facts
- Paris FC led RC Lens 1-0 at half-time at Bollaert.
- Luca Koleosho scored in the second minute of first-half stoppage time.
- The goal came from Paris FC’s first effort on target.
- Lassine Sinayoko played a key part in the counterattack.
- Lens goalkeeper Robin Risser was beaten by a low right-footed finish.
Lens had pushed forward through heavy rain and had Paris FC pinned back for long spells. The visitors resisted the waves of attacks, then turned one Lens move into the moment that changed the half.
With the home side still committed around the Paris area, the ball was moved out quickly. Koleosho linked with Sinayoko before making a run behind the Lens defence to receive the return pass.
The Italian forward did not hesitate. He drove a firm right-footed shot across Risser and into the bottom corner, giving Paris FC a sharply efficient advantage at 45+2 minutes.
It was a harsh outcome for Lens after their first-half dominance, but Paris FC’s defensive resistance and one clinical break left the hosts chasing the match after the break.
