Unseen hero off the bench lifts Lens over Nantes

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·8 May 2026

Unseen hero off the bench lifts Lens over Nantes

Mezian Soares struck in the 79th minute with a left-footed finish, giving Lens a 1-0 win over Nantes.

The 16-year-old had just come on when he drifted into the centre to meet Andrija Bulatović's pass and finish calmly. His immediate movement stretched Les Canaris.

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He then created again, slipping in Anthony Bermont (86.), whose low effort was saved by Anthony Lopes.

He ended with one shot, one key pass, seven touches and one recovery, a sharp cameo that tilted the game. He was flagged offside in the fifth minute of second half stoppage time as Lens closed it out.

Lens host Paris Saint-Germain next. Les Canaris welcome Toulouse.