Lens have secured their place at the top of Ligue 1 with a convincing 3-1 win over Clermont. The victory sees them move two points clear of PSG at the top of the table.
The game was played in front of a sell-out crowd at Stade de France, as both teams looked to make a statement ahead of the international break.
Clermont took the lead early on through a goal from Openda, but Lens responded immediately through a penalty from Fofana. The French striker then added another in the second half, before a late consolation for the hosts.
Despite the defeat, it's not all doom and gloom for Clermont. They sit just three points off the Champions League places, and will be looking to bounce back against Nantes next week.
As for Lens, they now look set to close the gap on PSG, who are currently four points behind. However, they will need to continue their good form if they are to keep up with the leaders.
Overall, this is a big win for Lens, who have shown that they can compete with the best in the league. It's also a reminder of how close the race is in Ligue 1, and what a tight competition it can be.
