The Lens beat Clermont in a thrilling match on Saturday, with goals from both Openda and Fofana helping the French side secure a 3-1 victory. The game was closely contested throughout, with both teams showing impressive defensive prowess but ultimately falling short of a goal.

In the first half, both sides had chances to score. In the 22nd minute, Clermont's goalkeeper made a crucial save to deny Openda's header. In the 34th minute, Fofana scored his first goal of the match when he pounced on a loose ball and fired it into the net. This gave Lens a much-needed lead that they would hold onto for the rest of the game.

In the second half, Lens continued to press for more goals. In the 65th minute, Fofana scored again, this time from a free kick. His second goal put Lens ahead 3-0, and they never looked back.

Openda also added another goal in the 78th minute, making it 4-0. This final goal sealed Lens' victory and moved them closer to securing their place in the top four of Ligue 1.

The victory over Clermont is significant for Lens as they continue their pursuit of the title. With only two matches remaining in the season, they need to win both games against Lyon and Metz to have any chance of finishing in the top four. However, with their strong performance against Clermont, they now have a better chance of achieving their goal.

Overall, the Lens beat Clermont in a thrilling match, with both Openda and Fofana playing key roles in the victory. The result moves Lens closer to securing their place in the top four of Ligue 1 and sets up a tough challenge for the team going forward.