In a UEFA Champions League Group B showdown at Stade Bollaert-Delelis on October 24, 2023,KO:20:00, RC Lens, fresh from a victory over Arsenal, will host PSV Eindhoven, who are still in search of their first win in the competition. Lens aims to capitalize on home advantage, while PSV seeks a breakthrough.
Teams: RC Lens vs PSV Eindhoven
Competition: UEFA Champions League Group B
Date: October 24, 2023
Kick-Off Time: 20:00
Venue: Stade Bollaert-Delelis
RC Lens and PSV Eindhoven, the recent form suggests a clear advantage for PSV. With four wins in their last five games and a potent attacking force, PSV appears to be in great shape. On the other hand, RC Lens has faced difficulties recently, with two winless league matches. Bookmaker Ratings Prediction is PSV to win in this fixture.
Prediction: PSV to win
With both RC Lens and PSV Eindhoven possessing strong attacking potential and recent defensive lapses, it’s highly likely that we’ll see “Both Teams to Score” in this fixture.
Prediction: Both Teams to Score
RC Lens, have enjoyed an undefeated start to their Champions League campaign, showcasing their mettle with a draw and a memorable win against Arsenal.
Lens began their campaign with a resilient 1-1 draw against Sevilla, demonstrating their resilience on the European stage. They then elevated their performance, securing a thrilling 2-1 victory over Arsenal in front of their fervent home crowd.
On the other side of the pitch, PSV Eindhoven has struggled to gain a foothold in the Champions League, commencing their campaign with a challenging 4-0 loss to Arsenal. Although they showed resilience in their previous encounter, holding Sevilla to a 2-2 draw. PSV still seeks their first victory in the competition.
However, in domestic competition, PSV has been in a good form. They continued their unbeaten streak by securing a 3-1 home win over Fortuna Sittard in the Eredivisie after the international break, recording five wins in their last six games.
Lens: Samba, Gradit, Danso, Medina, Mendy, Abdul Samed, Machado, Sotoca, Thomasson, Wahi, Frankowski
PSV: Benitez, Teze, Ramalho, Boscagli, Dest, Tilman, Schouten, Veerman, Bakayoko, De Jong, Lang