Auxerre vs Lens Preview, Prediction, Head-to-Head, Team News, Possible Line-ups, and Betting Tips

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3 Minutes Read
September 26, 2025

Stade de l’Abbé-Deschamps hosts a crucial Ligue 1 encounter as promoted AJA Auxerre face RC Lens in a match with implications at both ends of the table.

Auxerre are deep in a relegation battle and need a positive result to aid their survival hopes. Lens, meanwhile, are pushing for a European qualification spot and must win to keep pace with the top five.

The clash of styles and high stakes promises an intense home vs away match preview.

Auxerre vs Lens Match Preview/Betting Preview

This home vs away betting preview focuses on Lens’ intense pressing style against Auxerre’s resilient, counter-attacking approach. Auxerre will defend deep and look to exploit spaces behind Lens’ advanced defensive line. Lens will dominate possession and try to overwhelm Auxerre with their relentless energy. The key battle will be whether Auxerre’s defense can withstand constant pressure from one of the league’s most aggressive teams.

Team Recent Form

Auxerre: DLWLD

Lens: WLWDW

Key Stats

Lens have won their last 3 matches against Auxerre in all competitions.
Auxerre have conceded at least 2 goals in their last 3 home matches.
There have been over 2.5 goals scored in Lens’ last 4 away games.

My exact correct score prediction is Auxerre 1 – 3 Lens. I expect Lens’ superior quality and high-intensity game to eventually break down a Auxerre side that has struggled defensively at home. While Auxerre may score a consolation goal through sheer determination, Lens’ attacking power and European pedigree should see them secure a convincing victory.

Auxerre vs Lens H2H

Lens have won 3 of the last 5 head-to-head meetings.
The last match ended in a 1-0 victory for Lens.
Auxerre’s last win against Lens was in 2012.
Both teams have scored in only 2 of the last 5 encounters.

Pre-game Odds

Auxerre Win: 4.00
Draw: 3.60
Lens Win: 1.90

Team News Home

Auxerre will be without suspended midfielder Birama Touré, which is a significant blow to their midfield stability. Defender Jubal is also a doubt, but striker M’Baye Niang is expected to be fit to start.

Team News Away

Lens have concerns in midfield with Salis Abdul Samed suspended. Defender Jonathan Gradit remains a doubt due to injury. However, attacker Elye Wahi is fit and will lead the line for Les Sang et Or.