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Lens prepares for Marseille match without Ganiou and Ivanovic

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Last updated Nov 8, 2026

Lens prepares for Marseille match without Ganiou and Ivanovic

Summary

RC Lens is set to host Olympique de Marseille on Sunday night without key players Ismaelo Ganiou and Franjo Ivanovic. The team looks to recover from a historic 9-1 defeat to Como 1907, marking the heaviest loss in UEFA Champions League history. With multiple forwards unavailable, Florian Thauvin is likely to lead the attack alongside teammates Florian Sotoca and Mezian Mesloub. The lineup details a reshuffled defense and midfield in light of the injuries. Kickoff is anticipated amid the team’s urgent need for a comeback performance.

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By the Numbers

•Lens lost 9-1 to Como 1907 in their last match.
•Ganiou and Ivanovic are ruled out due to injuries.
•Florian Thauvin may lead Lens' attack on Sunday.
•Match against Marseille is scheduled for Sunday night.
•The latest defeat was the heaviest in Champions League history.

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8:09 AMYahoo Sports — Lens predicted XI v Marseille: Ismaelo Ganiou and Franjo Ivanovic out

What they're saying

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RC Lens are without the likes of Ismaelo Ganiou and Franjo Ivanovic as they prepare to host Olympique de Marseille on Sunday night.Les Sang et Or will look to bounce back from the midweek humiliation ...
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