In this compelling matchup of Ligue 1, between Lens and Stade Reims hosted at Stade Bollaert-Delelis, the match ended with Lens walking away victorious with a 2-1 scoreline.

Lens demonstrated impressive resilience after an early penalty taken by Folarin Balogun put the visitors 1-0 ahead only 22 minutes into the game. Lens eventually levelled the score with their own penalty taken by Przemyslaw Frankowski later in the first half. Frankowski later found himself booked in the second half, which was the only instance of a yellow card received by the home team.

The second half offered prime football display, with Seko Fofana's goal from a high-quality assist by Deiver Machado giving Lens the decisive lead. This score marked Fofana's defining contribution to the game and ultimately set the final score at 2-1.

Although Stade Reims managed to keep pressure on Lens, as evidenced by their 14 corner kicks (compared to none by Lens) and more shots, they failed to convert the majority of their opportunities with 14 shots missing the target and only 3 on the mark. The away team also had timekeeping issues, as evidenced by the three yellow cards issued to them - one for Yunis Abdelhamid in the first half and two more for Alexis Flips and Folarin Balogun in the second half. These bookings could potentially indicate a lack of discipline that had a notable impact on their play and the game's outcome.

The home team's stronger on-target accuracy proved critical, with 6 of their 8 total shots finding the target. This data suggests a more calculated approach in front of the goal when compared to Reims' less efficient 14 missed shots. Lens' discipline is also commendable as they conceded fewer fouls (6 against Reims' 19) which further contributed to their strong performance.

Though Reims dominated in corner kicks and attempted shots, their inability to convert these opportunities into goals, coupled with their higher count of fouls and yellow cards, cost them the match.

In conclusion, disciplined play, better shot accuracy, and a strategic conversion of opportunities into goals contributed to Lens' victory in this clash against Stade Reims, despite the visitor's assertiveness and control over corners and shots. Such factors are essential for any bettor to consider for future stakes in matches involving these teams.

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