Lens vs Brest: Ligue 1 Prediction (29.08.2025)

On 29 August 2025 at 20:45 CEST, the Ligue 1 third-round match Lens vs Brest will take place. Bookmakers consider the hosts as favorites. Let’s look at both teams’ form and give our prediction.

Lens

Preseason was promising for Les Sang et: Pierre Sage’s side confidently beat Premier League and Bundesliga opponents, looked solid against Serie A and Ligue 1 clubs, and only suffered one notable defeat to Roma (0:2). Their bold and aggressive attacking play has surprisingly become their main weapon.

However, their league start stumbled. Away against Lyon, “Les Sang et” lost 0:1 despite looking no worse than their opponent. They held 55% possession, had 5 shots on target, and recorded 1.87 xG, but failed to convert. In round two, “Les Sang et” played at home as favorites against Le Havre and won narrowly, 2:1.

Brest

Brest started Ligue 1 with courage after a strong preseason, which included beating Napoli and going unbeaten in five friendlies. Their opening game against Lille was dramatic: trailing 0:2 midway through the first half, Eric Roy’s men fought back for a 3:3 draw. The squad clearly has great character.

In round two, Brest traveled to face Toulouse. They dominated offensively, outshooting the opponent 16:6, but only managed two shots on target and lost 0:2.

Head-to-head statistics

In the last five meetings, Lens has the edge with three straight victories. Brest has won once, while one match ended in a draw.

Prediction

In the Lens vs Brest match, we back the hosts. Despite some missed opportunities, Lens has strong potential, while Brest struggles with finishing.

Our pick: Lens to win at odds 1.90.