Brest vs RC Lens
Ligue 1
Sunday
13th August 2023
Stade Francis-Le Ble
The most comprehensive preview, detailed analysis and reliable predictions of the Gameweek 1 Ligue 1 fixture between Stade Brestois 29 and RC Lens.
Brest vs RC Lens: Preview
Stade Brestois 29 form analysis
Brest ended the season in strong form, winning 3 and losing 2 of their final 5 league matches.
Key wins came against European hopefuls Marseille (2-1) and mid-table Clermont (2-1).
However, a loss to relegation battlers Lorient (1-2) showed lapses in consistency.
Brest scored 7 goals across the 5 games with threats coming from multiple players like Honorat,
Mounie and Magnetti. However, they were kept scoreless in the loss to Lorient.
Defensively they were reasonably solid, conceding 5 goals and keeping 2 clean sheets. Apart from the Lorient loss, they largely kept opponents at bay.
Their home and away form was similar – picking up 1 win and 1 defeat each in their last 2 home and away games. This showed they maintained performance levels both home and away.
Overall, Brest hit good form to finish the season. More consistency is needed but their variety in attack and defensive stability were promising. Maintaining these foundations will be key for them to build on
RC Lens form analysis
Lens ended the season in excellent goal-scoring form, winning 4 and drawing 1 of their final 5 league games.
Convincing wins came against Marseille (2-1), Reims (2-1) and Ajaccio (3-0). Their draw against relegation battlers Auxerre (3-1) highlighted some defensive concerns.
Lens found the net 13 times in their last 5 matches, sharing goals between Sotoca, Fofana, Openda and others. Their attacking depth was a huge plus.
Defensively there were some cracks though, shipping 6 goals in total and keeping just 1 clean sheet. Their high-risk attacking style did expose them at the back.
Their home and away form was strong, with 2 wins in both their last 2 home and away matches. This showed they maintained standards wherever they played.
Overall, Lens hit peak attacking form to finish the season. Maintaining their goal-scoring prowess while tightening up defensively will be critical to mount a title challenge.
Brest vs RC Lens: Prediction
Stade Brestois had an impressive end to the season and ensured survival in the top flight. Lens have been nothing short of impressive. With both teams in top form an exciting fixture can be expected.
Based on the recent matches of both teams, a high scoring game is expected.
