In a matchup between the top two teams in Ligue 1 from a season ago, Paris Saint-Germain will travel to Stade Bollaert-Delelis for a date with Lens on Sunday as the Trophée des Champions is on the line.Download Our MozzartSport App For More NewsLast season, PSG claimed the French top-flight crown for a fifth successive occasion, while Lens walked away with their first-ever Coupe de France title to set up this thrilling curtain-raiser.##NAJAVA_MECA_9894161##Les Parisiens enter this clash full of confidence after claiming their second UEFA Super Cup on Wednesday with a 2-1 victory over Aston Villa. Seeking a fifth consecutive Trophée des Champions crown, Luis Enrique's side have gone on to win their last eight competitive outings against Lens. However, Lens were the best home team in Ligue 1 last term – winning 14 of their 17 home league matches – and new manager Dino Toppmoller will look to guide Les Sang et Or to their first win over PSG since 2023.Kick-off: 9:45 PM (Kenyan Time), Sunday 16 AugustVenue: Stade Bollaert-Delelis, LensTrophée des ChampionsAmazing teenager Madjo makes a dream Villa debut, but PSG defend Super Cup titleQualification implications: The winner lifts the 2026 Trophée des Champions silverware to open the French football season.Form GuideLens❌ Loss 0-2 vs Sunderland✅ Win 4-1 vs Sunderland✅ Win 3-1 vs Villareal➖ Draw 0-0 vs Famalicao✅ Win 3-0 vs Crystal PalacePSG✅ Win 2-1 vs Aston Villa➖ Draw 1-1 vs Manchester United❌ Loss 0-3 vs Mallorca➖ Draw 1-1 vs Arsenal❌ Loss 1-2 vs Paris FCHead-to-Head (Last Five Meetings)Lens 0-2 PSG (13 May 2026 – Ligue 1)PSG 2-0 Lens (14 Sept 2025 – Ligue 1)Lens 1-2 PSG (18 Jan 2025 – Ligue 1)Lens 1-1 PSG (22 Dec 2024 – French Cup)PSG 1-0 Lens (02 Nov 2024 – Ligue 1)##NAJAVA_MECA_9894249##Team NewsLens❌ Nidal Celik – Meniscus injury (ruled out).❌ Jonathan Gradit – Lower-leg fracture recovery (out).🟡 Jhoanner Chavez – Thigh injury (doubtful).🟡 Samson Baidoo – Sore leg (doubtful).🟢 Thorgan Hazard and Saud Abdulhamid available to feature.PSG❌ Nuno Mendes – Injured.🟢 Achraf Hakimi and Maghnes Akliouche returned to action midweek; Lucas Digne available.BETTING GUIDE: Kaizer Chiefs vs Mamelodi Sundowns, Match Preview, Team News and PredictionPlayer to Watch: Desire Doue (PSG)Desire Doue continues to establish himself as one of Paris Saint-Germain's most vital attacking weapons heading into the new season. The dynamic youngster proved decisive midweek, finding the back of the net in PSG's 2-1 UEFA Super Cup triumph over Aston Villa to help secure early-season silverware. Doue's flair, direct dribbling, and composure under pressure will pose a constant threat to a Lens backline missing key defender Jonathan Gradit. Operating across the attacking line, Doue's ability to create numerical overloads and finish in tight spaces makes him the prime candidate to unlock the home side's defense.🟢 Safe Bet (Low Risk)PSG to Win🟡 Smart Bet (Medium Risk)Under 2.5 Goals🔴 Long Shot (High Risk)Correct Score: Lens 0-2 PSGDisclaimer: Whilst we do our utmost to offer good advice and information, we cannot be held responsible for any loss that may be incurred as a result of gambling.