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Lens Makes History with First Coupe de France Title
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Lens Makes History with First Coupe de France Title

From Ta Nea · () Greek

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • RC Lens has won its first-ever Coupe de France title, defeating Nice 3-1 in the final at the Stade de France.
  • This victory marks a historic achievement for Lens, overcoming previous final losses and securing a major trophy after a strong Ligue 1 season.
  • Goals from Thomasson, Edouard, and Sima secured the win, despite Nice briefly reducing the deficit before halftime.

History was made at the Stade de France as RC Lens lifted the Coupe de France trophy for the very first time, capping off a remarkable season with a triumphant 3-1 victory over Nice. This historic win breaks a long-standing curse for the club, which had suffered multiple final defeats in the past, including losses to Lille, Saint-Étienne, and Paris Saint-Germain.

Lens completed the season ideally, winning the Coupe de France for the first time in its history, after defeating Nice 3-1 in the final at the Stade de France.

— Ta NeaReporting on Lens' historic victory.

Under manager Franck Haise, Lens has transformed into a formidable force, building on their impressive second-place finish in Ligue 1. Their determination was palpable in the final, as they faced a Nice side under significant psychological pressure. Lens played with a resolve that ultimately proved decisive, securing a well-deserved historic success.

The team of Pierre Sage, which had already impressed with its second place in Ligue 1, finally managed to 'break' the curse of lost finals, having suffered as many defeats in previous appearances against Lille, Saint-Étienne, and Paris Saint-Germain.

— Ta NeaHighlighting Lens' history of final losses before this victory.

The match saw Lens take an early lead in the 25th minute through Thomasson, assisted by Undav. Edouard doubled their advantage just before halftime with a header from a corner. While Nice managed to pull one back through Souleymane Coulibaly's header from a corner in stoppage time, giving them a glimmer of hope, Lens ultimately controlled the second half.

The winners started strongly from the beginning and created the first significant chances before the first quarter was completed, but without managing to score. Finally, in the 25th minute, Thomasson took advantage of Undav's assist and with a left-footed shot made it 1-0 for Lens.

— Ta NeaDescribing the opening goal of the match.

Sima sealed the victory in the 78th minute, capitalizing on a defensive error by Dante. Despite Nice hitting the woodwork twice, Lens held firm, celebrating a monumental achievement that resonates deeply with their passionate fanbase. This Coupe de France title is not just a trophy; it's a testament to the club's resilience and a new chapter in its storied history.

Just before halftime, the nominal hosts doubled their goals when Edouard beat everyone in the air after a corner kick by Thomasson and made it 2-0.

— Ta NeaDetailing Lens' second goal.
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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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