Lens vs. Paris FC: How to Watch the Ligue 1 Match LIVE

RC Lens looks for a third consecutive Ligue 1 victory against a Paris FC side sitting third in the standings. Find out when and where to watch, plus the biggest storylines ahead of the game.

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Lens vs. Paris FC: How and Where to Watch LIVE

Matchday 8 of the 2026-27 Ligue 1 season continues on Saturday, October 24, with an intriguing clash at Stade Bollaert-Delelis, where RC Lens welcomes Paris FC in a matchup between two teams experiencing contrasting starts to the campaign.

The hosts currently sit eighth with 10 points, while Paris FC occupies third place with 14, level on points with four other clubs near the top of the standings.

Kickoff is scheduled for 2:45 PM ET, with coverage beginning at 2:35 PM ET on beIN SPORTS.

Can Lens Make It Three Straight League Wins After a European Setback?

RC Lens, managed by Yannick Cahuzac, has shown signs of improvement in domestic competition following an inconsistent start to the season.

The Blood and Gold have secured consecutive Ligue 1 victories, defeating Olympique Lyonnais 2-1 before claiming an impressive 3-1 away win against Troyes.

In that latest league fixture, Ruben Aguilar scored twice, while Odsonne Édouard also found the net. Captain Florian Thauvin played an important role, providing an assist.

However, the team's recent European form tells a different story. On Wednesday, October 21, Lens suffered a 3-0 defeat against Club Brugge in the UEFA Champions League, adding pressure to deliver a positive response in front of its home supporters.

Cahuzac will also have to manage several absences, with Ismaelo Ganiou, Abdallah Sima, and Maik Nawrocki among the unavailable players.

Paris FC Looks to Continue Its Remarkable Start

Paris FC has emerged as one of the biggest surprises of the early Ligue 1 season.

Under Liam Rosenior, the capital club has collected 14 points from seven matches, recording four victories, two draws, and just one defeat.

Its most recent outing produced one of the most entertaining matches of the campaign: a dramatic 4-3 victory over Stade Rennais.

Maxime Lopez scored twice in the first half, while Lassine Sinayoko added two goals of his own, including a penalty in the seventh minute of stoppage time that secured all three points.

The Mali international has been one of the standout performers in the competition, scoring six goals in seven league appearances.

While Paris FC has been particularly impressive at home, its away record is more balanced, with one victory, one draw, and one defeat. Improving that consistency will be key against a Lens side eager to bounce back.

Recent Meetings Give Lens the Edge

The recent history between these teams strongly favors Lens.

In October 2025, the Blood and Gold claimed a 2-1 home victory at Stade Bollaert-Delelis. Their next meeting, in February 2026, produced an even more convincing result as Lens thrashed Paris FC 5-0 away from home.

Wesley Saïd and Rayan Fofana each scored twice, while Florian Thauvin added another goal.

This time, however, Paris FC arrives in a much stronger position in the standings. A victory would extend its advantage over Lens to seven points, while a home win would reduce the gap to just one.

With Lens chasing a third consecutive league victory and Paris FC determined to strengthen its place near the top, Saturday's clash promises to be one of the most intriguing fixtures of the weekend.