Lens advanced after a dramatic quarter-final fightback.
This season has already seen two intense battles between these sides across different competitions: Competition Key Highlights Lens 0-1 Lyon Lyon secured a crucial away win early in the season. Mar 5, 2026 Coupe de France Lyon 2-2 Lens Lyon - Lens
In their most recent cup encounter, Lens led 2-0 at halftime before Lyon forced penalties with a 94th-minute equalizer from Rémi Himbert. Despite the late drama, Lens held their nerve in the shootout to reach the semi-finals and eventually the final. RC Lens defeats Lyon on penalties in Coupe de France Lens advanced after a dramatic quarter-final fightback
: Positioned in 3rd place with 57 points, Lyon is battling to secure a Champions League spot while holding off a close challenge from Lille. 2025–26 Head-to-Head History Despite the late drama, Lens held their nerve