Jonathan David Wins It for Lille in Added Time
Canadian star Jonathan David clinched it for Lille with a penalty in the 98th minute, followed by a second from Guinea’s Mohammed Bayo in the 101st. This capped off a dream week for Lille, who, fresh off a Champions League win over Atlético Madrid, took down Lens at the Bollaert-Delelis Stadium, handing them their first loss of the season in Ligue 1’s ninth round.
This win bumps Bruno Genesio's squad up to fourth place in the standings, tied on points with third-place Marseille and just three points behind league leaders Monaco and PSG.
The game was a tight one, with no goals, until stoppage time brought all the drama. Just when it looked like a draw was inevitable, a handball by Kevin Danso in the 94th minute led to a penalty, which Jonathan David calmly converted.
In the game’s final moments, as Lens pushed desperately for a comeback, Lille sealed the deal with another goal from Mohammed Bayo, ending the match on a high note.