Amadou Haidara
LEN
Comes off bench in Como Cup final
Haidara came on in the 72nd minute of Saturday's 3-1 win over Villarreal in the Como Cup final, the club announced.
Analysis: Haidara had been working individually after undergoing surgery immediately following the end of last season, missing training as recently as last week with his path back into full training somewhat uncertain. His appearance in the final marks a clear step forward in his recovery and his reintegration under new coach Dino Toppmoller. Lens won the tournament and will now return home to face Sunderland on Saturday at Bollaert-Delelis. Haidara is expected to continue building up his match fitness as preseason wraps up.
Working individually after surgery
Haidara (undisclosed) was absent from Wednesday's training session, continuing to work individually after undergoing surgery immediately following the end of last season, according to Lensois.com.
Analysis: Haidara's recovery timeline of around 10 days leaves his path back into full training somewhat uncertain heading into the start of preseason, and his role under new coach Dino Toppmoller is yet to be determined as the new 2026/27 season approaches. Once he rejoins the group, his workload and integration into Toppmoller's plans will be worth monitoring closely as Lens shapes its midfield for the campaign ahead.
Scores in start
Haidara assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Sunday's 4-0 win against Lyon.
Analysis: Haidara finished this season with a start in two of his last three appearances, but the two starts are all he got in terms of Lens' starting XI this season. He finished the campaign primarily as a backup, backed up by just seven appearances with a combined two chances created and shots on goal.
Select Player
Search and select a player to compare