PSG v Lens: Detailed stats break down Paris victory

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·15 September 2025

PSG v Lens: Detailed stats break down Paris victory

At the Parc des Princes, Paris Saint-Germain secured a 2-0 victory over RC Lens on Matchday 4 of Ligue 1. In a match dominated from start to finish, the Parisians displayed their technical and collective superiority. Although Lens put up a strong fight in the duels, the control of Vitinha and Warren Zaïre-Emery made the difference. Here’s a detailed look at the overall and individual statistics from this match, where Bradley Barcola managed to set his team on the right track.

Overall statistics: an undisputed domination

Overall statistics: Paris sets the pace

PSG monopolized the ball with 68% possession and, above all, clinical precision in their passing (593 successful passes at 93% compared to 273 at 87% for Lens). This figure sums up the tone of the match: a patient Paris, settled in the opponent’s half, and a Lens side forced to defend deep.

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The Parisians took 16 shots to 11 for Lens, hitting the target 5 times (compared to 4 for Lens). The gap in clear chances was closer than expected, as the xG was almost identical (1.16 vs 1.14). Lens did create opportunities but failed to convert them.

In the opponent’s box, Paris touched the ball 28 times compared to 15, confirming territorial dominance. However, Lens won 42 duels to 34 for Paris, showing that Pierre Sage’s men tried to respond physically.

Individual performances

Goalkeepers

Lucas Chevalier (PSG) kept it simple with his distribution (38 touches), without needing to stand out. His xGOT conceded was only 0.40, proof that Lens did not create any very dangerous chances. 3 saves.

Defense

Lucas Hernandez: 102 touches, 93% passing accuracy, 1 interception. An essential link in the first phase of build-up.
Ilya Zabarnyi: 100 touches, 7 recoveries, 100% aerial duels won (2/2). A solid and flawless performance.
Achraf Hakimi: 81 touches, 2 key passes, 1 successful cross. Brought danger down the right flank.
Nuno Mendes: 22 touches, a satisfactory appearance off the bench.
L. Beraldo: 87 touches, 92% successful passes, good defensive work. Serious injury?

Midfield

Vitinha: XXL match. 166 touches, 95% passing accuracy, 2 key passes, 1 assist, xA 1.66. Playmaker and offensive accelerator.
Warren Zaïre-Emery: complete. 79 touches, 8 duels won out of 12 (PSG’s record in this match), 3 successful tackles, and a perfect 4/4 passes in the final third. Impressive maturity.
Lee Kang-In: 41 touches, 2 key passes, influence between the lines, but a stereotyped style of play.
Mayulu: 33 touches, only 1 duel won, limited impact after coming on, still a bit short physically after an injury.
Fabián Ruiz: 40 touches, more discreet role, but his introduction brought a lot to PSG.
Neves: 19 touches

Attack

Bradley Barcola: one of the most dangerous up front. 2 shots on target, xGOT 0.49, constantly troubling the Lens defense.
Gonçalo Ramos: 2 shots, xG 0.18 / xGOT 0.20, lacked efficiency in finishing.
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia: only 30 minutes before his injury, too little to judge his performance.

Conclusion

PSG delivered a commanding performance: territorial domination, technical mastery, and sufficient efficiency to win 2-0. The contrast is stark: Lens fought hard but was suffocated by Paris’s ball circulation.

Key statistics

68% possession for Paris
593 successful passes at 93%
16 shots to 11 (5 on target each)
28 touches in the opponent’s box compared to 15
Vitinha: 166 touches, 2 key passes, xA 1.66
Zaïre-Emery: 8 duels won, 100% passes in the final third (4/4), 100% tackles won (3/3)