LFP Reschedules Lens vs PSG Clash to Aid French Clubs in European Competitions

Lens vs PSG match rescheduled

The Professional Football League’s (LFP) board made a crucial decision this Thursday, favoring Paris Saint-Germain’s request to reschedule their upcoming game against RC Lens. Originally set for Saturday, April 11 at Bollaert, the match has been moved.

Strategic scheduling to boost UEFA rankings

**In a strategic move**, the LFP unanimously agreed to shift the RC Lens vs. PSG and Stade Brestois vs. RC Strasbourg matches, part of the 29th Ligue 1 McDonald’s day, to Wednesday, May 13. This decision was driven by the desire to maintain France’s fifth position in the UEFA rankings, ensuring four spots in the UEFA Champions League. Additionally, RC Lens was offered the chance to adjust their schedule, potentially moving the RC Lens-FC Nantes match (33rd day) to Friday, May 8, should PSG advance to the Champions League semi-finals.

PSG gains valuable preparation time

The Parisian club **sought additional recovery time** before their Champions League quarter-final second leg against Liverpool, set for April 14. Meanwhile, RC Lens had **publicly opposed any schedule changes**.