Lyon faces Lens in a crucial final match of the Ligue 1 season on May 17, 2026, at Groupama Stadium. Lyon is vying for a Champions League qualification, needing a win to secure 3rd place, while Lens has already clinched 2nd position. Lyon's recent form includes a four-match winning streak, although they suffered a setback against Toulouse last week. Their home record is impressive, winning 12 out of 16 matches this season. Conversely, Lens has struggled lately, winning only one of their last four matches and failing to secure an away victory since mid-February. Historically, Lens has performed well at Lyon, winning their last three encounters at the stadium. Given the stakes, Lyon is predicted to win 2-1, with betting tips suggesting a Lyon victory and more than 2.5 goals in the match, as previous meetings have often featured high scores.