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Yassine's brace lifts Strasbourg past Lens in Ligue 1 comeback
Strasbourg mounted a second-half comeback to defeat visiting Lens 2-1 in French top-flight action on Saturday. Winger Gessime Yassine scored twice to secure the home side's victory and halt Lens' promising start to the season.
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Strasbourg turned the tables on Lens at the Stade de la Meinau after conceding the opening goal, with Yassine capitalizing on a disjointed second-half performance from the visitors to complete a turnaround.
Lens began the match on the front foot and took the lead through their early dominance, but Strasbourg's tactical adjustments after the interval proved decisive. Yassine struck twice in quick succession to overturn the deficit and secure three points for the home side.
The defeat marked a significant setback for Lens, who had begun their campaign strongly. However, a lack of cohesion in the second half proved costly as Strasbourg's attacking play overwhelmed the visitors' defense.
The result gives Strasbourg an important win in their opening fixtures, while Lens will seek to bounce back in their next fixture.