RC Lens beat Paris Saint-Germain 1-0 in the Trophée des Champions, with their compact 3-4-2-1 structure resisting PSG’s territorial control and providing the platform for Florian Thauvin’s decisive goal. Lens held only 31% possession and recorded eight shots, two on target, but their disciplined defensive shape limited the value of PSG’s sustained pressure. Luis Enrique’s side operated in a 4-3-3, producing 23 attempts and six shots on target while accumulating 2.23 xG, compared with Lens’ 0.77. Those figures underlined PSG’s greater attacking volume, yet Lens protected central areas and relied on an impeccable goalkeeping display when their defensive line was breached. The Lens goalkeeper saved all six efforts on target for a 100% save rate, while PSG’s goalkeeper stopped one of the two shots he faced. Thauvin’s finish therefore carried unusual weight in a contest shaped by PSG’s ball dominance and Lens’ ability to defend deep without losing their outlet behind the visitors’ midfield. Jérémie Pignard oversaw a tactically contrasting final decided by efficiency in both penalty areas. Lens begin the campaign with silverware and a significant statement.