RC Lens host Paris Saint-Germain at Stade Bollaert-Delelis on Wednesday night.

The visitors know that avoiding defeat will officially secure the Ligue 1 title with two matches still remaining.

Lens still holding onto slim hopes

RC Lens sit six points behind PSG in the standings.

Goal difference makes the task extremely difficult

Lens would also need to overturn a 15-goal deficit in goal difference, making their title hopes highly unlikely.

However, Pierre Sage’s side have shown strong fighting spirit throughout the campaign.

Team news for Lens

Saud Abdulhamid is suspended for the match.

Florian Thauvin and Allan Saint-Maximin could both return after missing the previous game.

PSG balancing domestic and European ambitions

Luis Enrique is also carefully preparing his squad for the upcoming Champions League final against Arsenal FC in Budapest.

Defensive rotation possible

Nuno Mendes and Willian Pacho are carrying slight injuries and may be managed cautiously.

Lens vs PSG key stats

Match statistics

• Lens are unbeaten in six matches
• PSG are also unbeaten in six games
• PSG have won the previous seven meetings
• Under 2.5 goals landed in both teams’ last two matches
• Lens have been particularly strong at home this season

Betting tips and prediction

Although PSG remain favourites, Lens’ impressive home form suggests this could be a tense and balanced contest.

A draw would still be enough for PSG to secure the Ligue 1 title, which may influence the tactical approach of both teams.

Hot tip

• Draw