Lens stun PSG 1-0 to claim French Super Cup despite playing with 10 men

RC Lens achieved a significant upset by defeating Paris Saint-Germain 1-0 in the French Super Cup at Stade Bollaert-Delelis. The victory was made more remarkable as Lens played with 10 men for nearly the entire match after captain Florian Thauvin scored the decisive goal in the 32nd minute.

Lens, the Coupe de France winners, showed strong determination against the Ligue 1 and European champions. This win is a highly positive start for their new coach, Dino Toppmoller, who took over in June. However, the team faced adversity when defender Kyllian Antonio received a straight red card six minutes before halftime for a late tackle.

Despite being a man down, Lens worked hard to maintain their lead. PSG increased the pressure after the break, but Lens' defense held firm. PSG thought they had equalized late in the game through Fabián Ruiz, but the goal was disallowed for offside. The situation worsened for PSG when Nuno Mendes was sent off four minutes from time after an incident with Lens player Michal Skoras.

Lens held on for the 1-0 victory, handing PSG a surprising defeat shortly after they had won the UEFA Super Cup. PSG was also without key players Bradley Barcola and Ibrahim Mbaye, amid transfer rumors. The match was attended by new French national team coach Zinedine Zidane. This win provides valuable momentum for Lens as they head into the new season.