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Lens boss urges squad to relish chase for first Coupe de France
Lens coach Pierre Sage has called on his players to savour the final weeks of a season that could deliver a Ligue 1 title and a first Coupe de France crown. His comments come after a 4-1 semi-final victory over Toulouse secured a place in the final.
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Lens coach Pierre Sage has called on his players to savour the final weeks of a season that could bring a Ligue 1 title for the first time since 1998, as well as the club's first Coupe de France trophy. The call comes as his side look to convert their recent success into a lasting habit of winning.
According to RFI, Sage is eager for his squad to embrace the pressure and opportunity of competing on multiple fronts. The club's immediate focus, however, is on maintaining their push at the top of the Ligue 1 table.
Coverage Comparison
Reporting from RFI highlights two distinct narratives surrounding the club's recent surge. One aspect of the coverage focuses on the team's historic run in the Coupe de France, while the other examines their place in the Ligue 1 title race.
RFI describes Lens' victory in the cup semi-final and their position in the league race. The coverage also features Sage's comments on his team's mindset as they navigate the season's decisive phase.
Key Claims
The central claims reported by RFI include:
Lens moved into the final of the Coupe de France for the first time since 1998 following a 4-1 win over Toulouse.
Florian Thauvin opened the scoring from the penalty spot.
Lens will play the winners of the second semi-final between Nice and Strasbourg.
Lens are in the race for the 2026 Ligue 1 title.
PSG are chasing a fifth consecutive top-flight title and a record-extending 14th overall.
Perspectives
Pierre Sage (Lens coach), as reported by RFI, was quoted as saying: "We have a group that isn’t very experienced in winning. There’s a difference between competitors and champions. Right now, we’re on the boundary between the two. I hope we’ll quickly adopt the habits needed to become champions rather than just competitors."
RFI also reported on the standards set by serial winners Paris Saint-Germain, who won six trophies in 2025. The report cites Lens' upcoming Ligue 1 match against Brest on 24 April as part of a crucial run-in.
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RFI — English
Framing:Our reading Lens' historic win in the Coupe de France — celebratory
Facts Included:
Lens moved into the final of the Coupe de France for the first time since 1998
Lens won 4-1 against Toulouse
Florian Thauvin opened the scoring from the penalty spot
Lens will play the winners of the second semi-final between Nice and Strasbourg
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ClaimLens moved into the final of the Coupe de France for the first time since 1998 following a 4-1 annihilation of Toulouse.