

Lens and Angers will face off in a Ligue 1 clash on January 26 as part of Round 19. Here’s an analysis and betting suggestion for this intriguing encounter: who will prevail this time?
Lens
Lens, known as the "Blood and Gold," currently sit in seventh place in the Ligue 1 standings—a position that doesn’t meet their ambitions, as they likely aimed for a top-four finish. In their last match, Lens put up a solid fight against PSG at home but ultimately lost 1:2.
The team’s recent results show a clear dip in form, with just one win in their last four matches, accumulating four points during that stretch. They are now five points off the top four, though many of their competitors have already played their matches.
Angers
Not long ago, Angers were among the relegation candidates, but three consecutive victories have lifted them to 13th place. They now enjoy a five-point cushion above the relegation zone. In their last outing, Angers defeated Auxerre 2:0 at home, aided by an early red card for their opponent midway through the first half.
Angers remain in contention in the Coupe de France, where they will face Strasbourg in the Round of 16. While the team is in good form, they cannot afford to relax, as the gap from the relegation zone remains narrow.
Probable Lineups
- Lens: Coffi, Medina, Gradit, Sarr, Frankowski, Thomasson, Diouf, Machado, Sotoca, Nzola, Koyalipou.
- Angers: Fofana, Arcus, Biyouma, Lefort, Ainan, Aholou, Belkebla, Alleivina, Abdelli, El-Melali, Lepaul.
Match Facts
- Lens’ home form: 3 wins, 2 draws, and 4 losses.
- Angers’ away form: 3 wins, 3 losses, and 3 draws.
- Odds for the match: Lens win (P1) – 1.45, Draw (X) – 4.6, Angers win (P2) – 7.6.
Head-to-Head
In the first-round meeting, Lens managed a narrow 1:0 away victory in a low-scoring affair.
Prediction
Lens is favored to win, but their current form raises questions, while Angers appears to have found their rhythm. Although the odds heavily favor the home team, Angers could pose a challenge. A bet on Angers with a +1.5 goal handicap seems like a prudent choice, as they are likely to keep the game competitive.