RC Lens vs Olympique de Marseille

The club's DNA

Racing Club de Lens represents a strong and distinctive identity within French football. Driven by values of resilience, humility, and solidarity, the club maintains a deep-rooted connection with its region and passionate supporters.

After several years of rebuilding, RC Lens has firmly re-established itself in the top flight thanks to a coherent and ambitious project. With its dynamic and committed style of play, combined with exceptional fan enthusiasm, the club has regained a prominent place among contenders for European competition.

A fierce Ligue 1 Mcdonald's classic

Encounters between Lens and Marseille regularly produce intense, hard-fought matches. This clash between two of France’s most passionate fan bases creates a special tension every time they meet.

At Bollaert-Delelis, the Sang et Or welcome OM in a charged atmosphere, where each fixture becomes a season highlight. In recent years, Lens has proven itself as a serious European contender, making these showdowns all the more decisive.

Key players who have shined in this fixture

Seko Fofana, a true leader on the pitch, has often made the difference against Marseille. Loïs Openda and Florian Sotoca have also stood out in tightly contested encounters. These players symbolize the energy and impact Lens brings to big matches.

Others like Gaël Kakuta and Facundo Medina have also made their mark with decisive plays and fierce commitment, contributing to a respectful yet fiery rivalry.

A guaranteed electric atmosphere

When OM comes to Bollaert, the stadium erupts with rare intensity. Backed by two of the most fervent fanbases in the country, every moment is lived to the fullest by Lens supporters.

The noise, the passion, and the unity of the Lens crowd create a powerful advantage for the Sang et Or. On these nights, Bollaert becomes a cauldron ready to erupt at every goal, driven by the dream of beating one of the league’s biggest names.

Recent encounters at stade Bollaert-Delelis

12.11.2023 – RC Lens – Marseille : 1 - 0
06.05.2023 – RC Lens – Marseille : 2 - 1
22.01.2022 – RC Lens – Marseille : 0 - 2
03.10.2020 – RC Lens – Marseille : 2 - 2