Lens endured a historic 9-1 defeat to Como at the Stade Bollaert-Delelis on Wednesday, November 4, becoming the first team to concede nine goals at home in the Champions League. The result matched the heaviest defeat in the club’s 120-year history, previously recorded against Marseille in 1940.
The loss was also the heaviest ever suffered by a French team in European competition, according to the report. Lens had previously recorded its worst Champions League defeat away to Arsenal, losing 6-0 in November 2023.
That earlier loss came on the road against a leading European side. This time, Lens were beaten at home by Como, who are making their Champions League debut this season. The result adds to a difficult period for the French club.
Sources: Le Monde Sport.