**Lens Edge Ajaccio in Thrilling Ligue 1 Clash**

In a highly anticipated match of Ligue 1 Round 11, Lens edges Ajaccio with a narrow 2-1 victory, thanks to a brace from Fofana. The game, held at Stade du Pays de la Charpenterie, was a thrilling encounter that kept fans on the edge of their seats.

Lens took an early lead in the 15th minute when Fofana capitalized on a defensive error, slotting the ball into the bottom corner. The goal was a well-deserved reward for the visitors, who had dominated possession in the opening stages. Ajaccio, however, responded quickly. Just five minutes later, Fofana’s counterpart, Ayache, levelled the score with a clinical finish.

The second half saw Lens regain the lead in the 55th minute when Fofana struck again. This time, his strike was a powerful shot from outside the box, which flew into the top corner, leaving Ajaccio’s goalkeeper no chance. Despite being reduced to 10 men in the 78th minute after a straight red card for Jambou, Ajaccio refused to back down. They pushed hard for an equalizer, but Lens’ defense held firm, ultimately securing the victory.

Fofana was the star of the match, netting his second brace in the league this season. His performance was a testament to his growing influence in Ligue 1, and his two goals ensured Lens moved to 12th place in the table. Meanwhile, Ajaccio remain winless since their opening match, their defensive issues costing them dearly.

Post-match, Lens boss Houben praised his side’s resilience, saying, “We showed great character to come back after going behind. Fofana was exceptional, and we defended well when we needed to.” Ajaccio’s manager, however, was disappointed with his side’s defensive lapses, stating, “We made mistakes, and Lens capitalized on them. We need to learn from this and improve defensively.”

This victory for Lens was a much-needed boost as they aim to climb higher in the table, while Ajaccio will need to regroup ahead of their next fixture. Fofana’s performance has solidified his status as one of Ligue 1’s rising stars, and this match will certainly be remembered for his pivotal role.