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>Lens vs Auxerre Prediction & Betting Tips – 22/08/2026
The 2026/27 Ligue 1 campaign bursts into life at Stade Bollaert-Delelis on Saturday 22 August, with Lens welcoming Auxerre in an early kick-off. Last season's runners-up will be desperate to lay down a marker from the very first fixture, and the Bollaert faithful expect nothing less. For Auxerre, a trip to northern France represents a stern opening-day examination after a difficult away record in the previous campaign. Both sides have been active in the summer window, adding intrigue to what promises to be a revealing curtain-raiser.
Match Analysis
Lens open their Ligue 1 campaign as commanding favourites at 1.60, backed by a 20-7 all-time H2H advantage at Stade Bollaert-Delelis and six consecutive home wins to close last season as runners-up.
- Six consecutive home wins and unbeaten in eight at Stade Bollaert-Delelis last season.
- 1.9 goals per game scored last season, double Auxerre's 1.0 output.
- xG of 1.6 vs 0.9 in favour of Lens, reflecting a clear structural attacking edge.
- Won both H2H meetings in 2025-26 (1-0 and 2-1), confirming recent dominance over Auxerre.
Auxerre face a daunting road trip at 5.00, arriving with four confirmed absentees through suspension, zero away wins in their last eight Ligue 1 road fixtures, and goals conceded in every single one of those games.
- Zero away wins in eight Ligue 1 road games last season, conceding in all eight.
- Four suspended players: Bair, Mensah, Onaiwu, and Osho all unavailable for the opener.
- xG of just 0.9 per game last season, limiting realistic scoring prospects on the road.
Key point: With Auxerre's toothless attack averaging just 1.0 goals per game, backing the home side to win to nil offers a compelling alternative angle for this fixture.
Form & Statistics: Lens vs Auxerre
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Recent form
Season statistics (5)
Auxerre
Recent form
Season statistics (5)
Lens vs Auxerre: Head-to-Head
Average statistics (recent meetings)
Our Verdict
Lens at 1.60 represents the standout selection here. The hosts won their last six home matches and remained unbeaten across eight at Bollaert-Delelis, while Auxerre have failed to win in eight successive away fixtures, conceding in every one. Christophe Pélissier's record against Lens tells its own story: six defeats from twelve encounters. Under 2.5 goals at 2.25 offers supporting value given Auxerre's meagre attacking output on the road. A home win looks the firmest wager on opening weekend.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bet for Lens vs Auxerre?
Lens to win is the standout selection here. The home side carry superior attacking output, an unbeaten run of eight consecutive home fixtures, and face an Auxerre side severely weakened by suspensions and absentees. The H2H record overwhelmingly favours Lens, who won both meetings last season. Back the home win at 1.60 with considerable confidence.
What time does Lens vs Auxerre kick off?
Lens vs Auxerre kicks off at 15:15 UTC on Saturday, 22nd August 2026. The match takes place at the Stade Bollaert-Delelis in Lens, a fortress that the home side have remained unbeaten at across their last eight fixtures, making it a particularly formidable venue for Auxerre to visit on the opening weekend.
Where can I watch Lens vs Auxerre on TV?
Broadcast arrangements for Ligue 1 fixtures vary depending on your territory. In France, matches are typically shown via the official Ligue 1 broadcast partners. UK viewers should check their relevant sports subscription services. We recommend consulting your local listings or the official Ligue 1 website to confirm which channel or streaming platform is carrying this particular fixture.
What is Lens' recent record against Auxerre?
Lens hold a commanding head-to-head record against Auxerre, winning 14 of their overall meetings compared to just three for Auxerre. At Stade Bollaert-Delelis specifically, the record reads 20 wins to seven in Lens's favour. Most recently, Lens won both encounters in the 2025-26 season, triumphing one-nil and two-one respectively.