Lens – Como

Recent form · Written before the match

Lens beat Slavia Prague (3-2), then lost to Sporting (0-2) and in Bruges (0-3), with the latter match taking place on 21 October. Como beat Leipzig (4-1) and Manchester United (4-1), but lost at Feyenoord (2-3).

In the league, Lens are due to play Lille on 30 October, while Como had Torino on their schedule on 27 October; the effect of recovery and rotation remains uncertain. No comparable series of xG, shots, or pressing has been established.

Head-to-head · Written before the match

No previous competitive meeting between Lens and Como is documented by the sources consulted. A potential summer meeting is not sufficiently documented to be used.

Even a confirmed friendly precedent would have limited significance given changes in the squad, lineup, and context.

Absences and returns

Ismaelo Ganiou underwent surgery on his left knee and was announced absent for several weeks by Lens on October 23, 2026. Maik Nawrocki and Abdallah Sima are only reported by secondary sources, without specific official confirmation for this match.

Any potential returns of Como players do not establish their availability.

Context & news

Lens can apply local pressure, accelerate in transition and exploit set pieces at home, particularly against a Como side that conceded three goals at Feyenoord. Conversely, Como can punish turnovers thanks to its recent attacking efficiency and take advantage of Lens's defensive vulnerabilities, having conceded five goals in its last two European matchdays.

The standings heighten the stakes: Como are 9th with 6 points, Lens are 27th with 3 points after three matchdays; places 1 to 8 qualify directly for the round of 16, while places 9 to 24 grant access to the playoffs.

Lineups and squad

No starting XI, starting goalkeeper, official squad, or confirmed suspension had been published as of 27 October 2026. Lens host Como on 4 November 2026 at 21 h CET at the Bollaert-Delelis stadium, on Matchday 4 of the UEFA Champions League league phase.