Lyon vs Lens: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 05 March

Prediction Match Centre

Lyon

No standing data

2-2

Lyon
Win Probability 39%

05/03/2026 16:10

Lens

No standing data

French Cup

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Lyon vs Lens on 05 March 2026 (kick-off: 16:10) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Lyon vs Lens preview before placing your bet.

Lyon will face Lens in French Cup on March 5, 2026 at 16:10.
Current model prediction leans yellow with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 2.28.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

16:10

2026-03-05

Lyon vs Lens - Prediction & Odds

Lyon

Lens

2026-03-05 16:10

STANDINGS UP TO 05/03/2026

The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Lyon and Lens in the French Cup football standings for the 2025-2026 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.

Head To Head

16/08/2025 11:00

Lens

0 - 1

Lyon

FRA D1

04/05/2025 11:15

Lyon

1 - 2

Lens

FRA D1

15/09/2024 14:45

Lens

0 - 0

Lyon

FRA D1

03/03/2024 15:45

Lyon

0 - 3

Lens

FRA D1

02/12/2023 11:59

Lens

3 - 2

Lyon

FRA D1

12/02/2023 15:45

Lyon

2 - 1

Lens

FRA D1

Lens

33%

Draw

17%

Lyon

50%

Lyon Last 6 matches

01/03/2026 15:45

Marseille 3 - 2 Lyon

FRA D1

22/02/2026 15:45

Strasbourg 3 - 1 Lyon

FRA D1

15/02/2026 15:45

Lyon 2 - 0 Nice

FRA D1

07/02/2026 16:05

Nantes 0 - 1 Lyon

FRA D1

04/02/2026 15:30

Lyon 2 - 0 Stade Lavallois MFC

FRAC

01/02/2026 10:00

Lyon 1 - 0 Lille

FRA D1

Win

67%

Draw

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Lens

27/02/2026 15:45

Strasbourg 1 - 1 Lens

FRA D1

21/02/2026 12:00

Lens 2 - 3 Monaco

FRA D1

14/02/2026 16:05

Paris FC 0 - 5 Lens

FRA D1

07/02/2026 12:00

Lens 3 - 1 Rennes

FRA D1

04/02/2026 16:00

Troyes 2 - 4 Lens

FRAC

30/01/2026 15:45

Lens 1 - 0 Le Havre

FRA D1

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues French Cup

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Lyon

Lens

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.79

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.48

Scored

Avg. per game

0.93

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.58

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 48 matches

YesNo

27 (56%)21 (44%)

In last 48 matches

NoYes

23 (58%)17 (43%)

Lyon

Recent matches

Lens

Under /Over

(73%)33 12(27%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(85%)34 6(15%)

Under /Over

(36%)16 29(64%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(45%)18 22(55%)

Under /Over

(49%)22 23(51%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(53%)21 19(47%)

/Yes

(49%)22 23(51%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(55%)22 18(45%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Lyon

Lens

Shots

Lyon

Total shots

13.10 avg / game

Blocked

147 total

Avg. 3.27

Lens

Total shots

16.18 avg / game

Blocked

133 total

Avg. 3.80

Lyon Pass Lens

Total passes

23876

Avg. 497 / game

Accurate

86%

Ball possession

56%

Total passes

18366

Avg. 471 / game

Accurate

84%

Ball possession

53%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Lyon

Played games

Lens

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.46

Clean sheets

0.33

5.73

275

Corners

251

6.28

17.17

824

Throw-ins

678

16.95

1.46

Offsides

1.90

2.71

130

GK saves

2.43

Lyon

DISCIPLINARY

Lens

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.77

1.88

0.19

0.13

12.46

598

Fouls

506

12.65

8.79

422

Tackles

441

11.03

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Lyon vs Lens Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Lyon vs Lens on 05 March 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this French Cup fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Lyon vs Lens Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Lyon's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Lens's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

French Cup Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live French Cup standings and the French Cup form table to understand exactly where Lyon and Lens sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our French Cup predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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