Ten-man Lens denied Paris Saint-Germain a second trophy in five days as Florian Thauvin’s first-half goal secured a 1-0 victory in the French Champions’ Trophy on Sunday.
Lens were worthy winners in their first match under new coach Dino Toppmoeller, adding to the French Cup title they won under previous boss Pierre Sage in May.
PSG, who beat Aston Villa on Wednesday in the UEFA Super Cup, struggled to find their flow at Lens’ Stade Bollaert-Delelis, despite their hosts having Kyllian Antonio sent off in the first half.
Luis Enrique’s men will turn their attention to the start of their Ligue 1 title defence at home against Rennes in a week’s time.
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PSG beaten by Lens in French Champions’ Trophy
Source: Vanguard News
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