Lens FC 2024-25 Squad Breakdown: A Tactical Analysis of All 24 Players
Introduction
Lens FC enters the 2024-25 season with an intriguing mix of experience and youth. As someone who’s analyzed Ligue 1 for over a decade, I’m particularly excited about their blend of tactical flexibility and raw talent. Let’s break down this 24-man squad through the lens (pun intended) of a data-driven analyst.
Defensive Core: A United Nations Backline
The defensive unit reads like a UN assembly:
- Kevin Danso (Austria): Our rock at center-back with aerial dominance (68% duel success rate last season)
- Deiver Machado (Colombia): The marauding left-back who created 1.3 chances per 90 minutes
- Jonathan Gradit (France): The wise old head organizing the backline at age 31
Fun fact: Our three goalkeepers represent three different continents - a true globalized last line of defense.
Midfield Maestros
The engine room features fascinating profiles:
David Costa (10) - The Portuguese-French playmaker remains the creative hub with his:
- 2.1 key passes per game
- 85% pass accuracy in final third
Angelo Fulgini brings that coveted Ivorian physicality alongside French technical ability - my dark horse for breakout season.
Attacking Options
New signing Elye Wahi deserves special attention after his €35m move from Montpellier. At just 21, his:
- 0.58 goals/90 minute ratio
- Lightning pace (top speed 34.2 km/h) Could terrorize Ligue 1 defenses.
Verdict
While not title contenders, this squad has depth in every position and fascinating tactical flexibility under Franck Haise. Watch for their high-pressing system leveraging the energy of young talents like Adrien Thomasson.
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Defending Like the UN Security Council
Lens FC’s backline is more diverse than a diplomatic summit! With Danso (Austria), Machado (Colombia), and Gradit (France), they could literally settle international disputes during corner kicks. That 68% aerial duel success rate? Probably from debating resolutions in the box.
Midfield: Where Data Meets Poetry
David Costa’s 2.1 key passes per game are basically love letters to strikers. And Fulgini? The Ivorian-French hybrid every manager dreams of - strong enough to win tackles, graceful enough to compose sonnets with his left foot.
Wahi: Ligue 1’s New Speed Demon
At 34.2 km/h, Elye Wahi isn’t just fast - he’s ‘blink-and-he’s-through-on-goal’ fast. That €35m price tag? Just prepayment for all the defenders he’ll give nightmares to this season.
Verdict: This squad has more tactical flavors than a gourmet buffet. Agree or should I check my stats again?
Lens FC: Tim PBB di Lapangan Hijau!
Dari kiper sampai striker, Lens FC kayak sidang PBB! Kiper dari tiga benua, bek dari Austria-Colombia-Prancis… kapan lagi liat tim sepakbola lebih internasional dari acara G20?
Wahi Si Speed Demon Pemain baru mereka, Elye Wahi, kecepatannya 34.2 km/jam - lebih cepat dari ojek online di jam sibuk! Kalo gak hati-hati, bek lawan bisa keliru anggap dia kurir makanan.
Komen di bawah: Kalian pikir timnas Indonesia harus tiru gaya rekrutmen ala PBB gini gak?
La défense de Lens : plus internationale que l’ONU
Avec Danso (Autriche), Machado (Colombie) et Gradit (France), Lens pourrait presque siéger au Conseil de Sécurité ! Et leurs 3 gardiens couvrent 3 continents… à quand un gardien martien pour compléter la collection ?
Leur secret ? Le passeport
Entre Costa (Portugal), Fulgini (Côte d’Ivoire) et Wahi (France), le vestiaire doit ressembler à un aéroport. Mais avec une telle diversité, qui besoin de tactique quand on peut juste impressionner l’adversaire en parlant 15 langues ?
Et vous, vous pensez qu’ils vont recruter dans l’espace la saison prochaine ? 😄
Lens FC: A Seleção da ONU
Se a ONU tivesse um time de futebol, seria o Lens FC! Com defesa de três continentes e meio-campistas que parecem saídos de um videogame, essa equipe é pura diversão tática.
Destaque para o Wahi: O novo atacante corre mais que o Wi-Fi da minha vó! 34.2 km/h? Parece que ele fugiu do Montpellier com medo de ser roubado… pelo PSG.
E vocês? Acham que o Lens vai surpreender ou só vai dar trabalho pros adversários? Comentem abaixo!
UN 안보리? 아니, UN 방어진!
렌스 FC의 수비진은 진짜 국제연합 회의장 같아요. 오스트리아의 ‘바위’ 케빈 단소부터 콜롬비아의 질주하는 마차도까지… 골키퍼는 아예 3대륙에서 모셨다고요! (아프리카 골키퍼는 코끼리 상탈일까요?)
미드필더는 데이터 폭발
다비드 코스타의 패스 정확도 85%라니… 이분 실험실에서 축구 분석하다가 우연히 선수된 거 아님? 풀지니는 체력과 기술을 동시에 가졌다는데, 제 돈은 이 분에게 걸겠습니다!
여러분 생각엔 이 멀티네셔널 팀이 챔피언스 리그 티켓 따낼 수 있을까요? (상식적인 의견보다 웃긴 예측 환영합니다!)
Panalo sa Diversity!
Grabe ang Lens FC - parang United Nations ang defense team nila! May Austrian rockstar (Danso), Colombian speedster (Machado), at French veteran (Gradit). Tapos ‘yung goalkeepers nila galing iba’t ibang kontinente pa - ready na sila sa World Cup kahit club team lang! 😂
Midfield Goals Si David Costa talaga ang heartbeat ng team - 85% pass accuracy sa final third? Parang TikTok influencer lang, walang miss! At baka maging breakout star si Fulgini, perfect mix ng Ivorian power at French finesse.
Wahi-nning Move Pinakamalaking investment nila? Si Elye Wahi na may top speed na 34.2 km/h! Muntik ko nang malaglag phone ko sa bilis niya sa highlight reels.
Kayong mga Ligue 1 fans, anong prediction niyo para sa kanila this season? #SanaAllMayGanyangDepth
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