A slap in the face for PSG. Lens win French Super Cup for the first time in their history
Lens pulled off a sensation in the French Super Cup, defeating PSG 1-0. The fate of the trophy was decided by a single goal from Florian Thauvin, delivering a historic victory for the club.
The Parisians were considered clear favorites, but they couldn't break through their opponent's defense. What's more, from the 39th minute Lens played with ten men. Defender Kilian Antonio received a straight red card for a rough foul on Michel Acliouche, leaving his team shorthanded.
Despite being down a man, Lens managed to hold onto their narrow lead and denied PSG's star-studded attack any chance to equalize. The team held out until the final whistle and claimed the trophy.
The symbolism is even greater as Lens ended PSG's remarkable streak. The Parisians had won the last four French Super Cups in a row and were the tournament's main favorites in recent years. But this time, the title went to another club.
This triumph is truly historic for Lens. The team has won the French Super Cup for the first time in their history, with Thauvin's goal sure to go down in club lore. And to win it while playing a man down makes Lens's success even more impressive.
Jan Novak
Dailysports's expert