The Lens beat Clermont 3-1 in the Ligue 1 match at Stade de France on Sunday evening. The game was a tough test for both teams as they looked to continue their progress towards the top four spots in the league.
In the first half, Lens started off well and took the lead through a goal from midfielder Ondrej Kachyňka in the 25th minute. However, Clermont fought back with a goal from striker Romain Toretto in the 44th minute to level things up.
The second half saw more chances for both sides but neither team could find the back of the net until the final whistle. Lens were ultimately crowned champions thanks to goals from forwards Benjamin Ouattara and Jonathan David, while Clermont's defender Jean-Louis Fofana scored his first goal for the club in the 90th minute.
This win is a huge boost for Lens' chances of securing a place in Europe next season, especially after they lost to Paris Saint-Germain earlier this month. The victory also gives them a psychological advantage going into the rest of the season, as they look to secure their spot in the Champions League places.
Overall, it was a hard-fought victory for Lens, who showed great character and determination throughout the game. They will now be looking forward to the rest of the season with confidence and hope that they can continue their impressive form.