Florian Thauvin
LEN
Assists twice at Troyes
Thauvin assisted twice to go with seven crosses (seven accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 3-1 win over Troyes.
Analysis: Thauvin logged two assists to help Lens earn three points on the road and now has six in nine starts. The forward led Lens in chances created and crosses as usual during the match. He also took two of their four corner kicks.
Creates nine chances in defeat
Thauvin generated three shots (two on goal), 15 crosses (five accurate) and five corners in Tuesday's 2-0 loss versus Sporting CP. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 81st minute.
Analysis: Thauvin was Lens' main attacking outlet, registering three shots, including two on target, while creating nine chances and delivering 15 crosses. Despite his extensive involvement, the attacking midfielder was unable to break down Sporting's defense as Lens suffered their first European defeat of the campaign. He has now accumulated one goal, 11 shots, 13 chances created and 25 crosses across two Champions League appearances this season, underlining his central role in Lens' attacking production.
Two assists in stellar service effort
Thauvin assisted twice to go with two shots (two on goal), 10 crosses (five accurate) and seven corners in Friday's 2-1 win against Lyon.
Analysis: Thauvin was on fire, with half of his 10 crosses being accurate to go along with seven corners. He eventually got two assists, helping Lens get three points. Thauvin should maintain this volume against Sporting CP, but assists will be harder to come by against a squad that has only allowed nine goals in eight matches in domestic action.
Assists on Friday
Thauvin assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), 10 crosses (one accurate) and eight corners in Friday's 2-1 loss to Monaco. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 53rd minute.
Analysis: Thauvin set up Matthieu Udol's equalizer in the 57th minute with a great corner. Thauvin recorded the most crosses in the game, created two chances and also made an interception. He has started all five games this campaign and also contributed to five goals.
Can't find target despite busy game
Thauvin had seven shots (three on goal), nine crosses (three accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Le Mans. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 53rd minute.
Analysis: Thauvin took seven shots and created three chances as his side drew 2-2 with Le Mans. He took seven shots, his most in a Ligue 1 game this season, although he did manage eight shots in the Champions League. He put three of his shots on target and created three chances. He leads the way for set-pieces with 30 so far this season.
Scores late equalizer
Thauvin scored one goal to go with eight shots (three on goal), 10 crosses (two accurate) and five corners in Thursday's 3-2 win versus Slavia Prague.
Analysis: Thauvin delivered one of his strongest attacking displays of the campaign, combining a season-high four chances created with eight shots before scoring his first Champions League goal of the season. The captain has now found the net three times across his last four appearances in all competitions and continues to carry a significant share of Lens' attacking responsibility through both his creativity and set-piece involvement.
Scores in 2-1 defeat
Thauvin scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), seven crosses (four accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Strasbourg.
Analysis: Thauvin scored the team's only goal in the match, which was his third in the league campaign in just two matches. Other than that, the 33-year-old created five chances. Thauvin produced seven crosses, and four of them were accurate.
Logs goal and assist
Thauvin scored one goal and assisted once from two shots and two chances created in Sunday's 4-0 victory versus Lyon.
Analysis: For the second and final time this season, Thauvin logged a goal and an assist. In terms of goal scoring, he returned to his once-prime form, finishing the season with over 10 goals (11 exactly) for the first time in Ligue 1 action since his 2018-19 campaign with Marseille. Post-2021, six marks his highest assist tally. Thauvin logged the 17 G/A on 73 shots (27 on goal), 79 chances created, 199 crosses (57 accurate) and 84 corners. He has established himself as one of Lens' top midfielders, providing a formidable attacking duo alongside a fellow CAM in Wesley Said.
No longer injured
Thauvin (undisclosed) was not on the injury list and is an option for Wednesday's match against PSG, the player told the media. "I'm 100% for tomorrow. I've been a little bothered by the adductor lately, but I was able to work well and come back in top shape to try to finish the last three games in the best possible way."
Analysis: Thauvin is going to return to play Wednesday after an absence from the club's last match, as the attacker is not among the list of injured players. This is major news for the club as they face the league champions, gaining back a regular attacker. He continues to be their most crucial player in the final third, recording 10 goals and five assists this season in 31 appearances.
Ruled out Friday
Thauvin (undisclosed) will miss Friday's clash against Nantes with the decision likely motivated by a desire to preserve him ahead of the upcoming clash against PSG and the Coupe de France final, according to coach Pierre Sage.
Analysis: Thauvin's absence against Nantes appears to be a precautionary measure rather than a serious injury concern, given the high-stakes fixtures on the horizon for Lens. Florian Sotoca and Abdallah Dipo Sima are expected to see increased minutes in his absence. No further details have been provided on the nature of the issue, though his availability for the PSG fixture and the cup final appears to be the priority for the coaching staff.
Sends in five crosses at Nice
Thauvin registered one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Nice. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 44th minute.
Analysis: Thauvin led Lens in crosses and chances created during the road draw. The midfielder took four of their eight corner kicks in the match. He also received his sixth yellow card in 31 appearances (28 starts).
Scores in 3-3 stalemate
Thauvin scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Friday's 3-3 draw versus Brest.
Analysis: Thauvin scored the team's first goal in the match, which was his 10th in the league fixture. The 33-year-old scored with his only shot on target. Thauvin provided five crosses and two were accurate.
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