On Tuesday night, Lille returned to the pitch after their recent match against Lens and came back with a bang. The game ended in a thrilling 2-1 victory for Lille, with Bentaleb scoring the stoppage-time winner that gave them their first win of the season.
The match had been tense from the start, with both teams pushing hard for an early goal. However, it was Lille who broke the deadlock in the 44th minute when Bentaleb found the net from close range.
Despite the lead, Lens continued to push forward and create chances, but Lille held firm and went into halftime with a one-goal advantage.
In the second half, Lille looked more confident and took control of the game. They created several opportunities and were eventually rewarded in the 88th minute when they scored again through a well-taken penalty kick by Thiebaut.
With the score at 2-1, Lens pushed hard for an equalizer, but Lille held firm and managed to hold on for the win. Bentaleb's late goal was crucial in securing the three points for Lille, as they now sit in third place in the league table.
This is a huge boost for Lille, who have struggled to find form this season. With their win over Lens, they have finally put themselves in a position to challenge for a top-four finish and potentially qualify for Europe.
Overall, this was a great performance from Lille, who showed their resilience and determination in coming back from behind to secure all three points. It will be interesting to see how they perform in the remaining matches of the season, and whether they can continue their good form going forward.
