Where does RC Lens play?

Lens play at Stade Bollaert-Delelis, a legendary 38,223-capacity venue renowned for having one of France and Europe's best atmospheres. Renovated for Euro 2016, the stadium remains a football temple.

What is RC Lens's history?

Founded in 1906, RC Lens represent the mining basin of Pas-de-Calais. The club experienced their peak in the late 1990s, winning the championship in 1998 and reaching the UEFA Cup semi-final in 2000.

What are Lens's main achievements?

Lens won one French championship in 1998, one League Cup in 1999, and finished championship runners-up five times. The club also reached the 1998 Coupe de France final.

Why is Lens called Sang et Or?

The nickname 'Sang et Or' (Blood and Gold) comes from the red (blood) and yellow (gold) shirt colors, representing miners' courage and coal wealth. These colors symbolize the club's working-class identity.

Who are RC Lens's legends?

Władysław Żmuda, Guillaume Warmuz, Tony Vairelles, Daniel Moreira, Éric Sikora, and more recently Raphaël Varane (trained at the club) marked history. Tony Vairelles holds the goal record with 119 goals.

What is Lens's rivalry?

The Derby du Nord pits Lens against LOSC Lille, a historic passionate rivalry between the two Nord-Pas-de-Calais clubs. The atmosphere during these matches is electric.

What is the atmosphere like at Bollaert?

Stade Bollaert-Delelis is famous for its exceptional atmosphere. Lensois supporters create a remarkable visual and sound spectacle, considered one of France and Europe's best atmospheres.

Has Lens participated in European competitions?

Yes, Lens have participated in several Champions League and UEFA Cup editions, notably reaching the 2000 UEFA Cup semi-finals.

RC Lens belong to Joseph Oughourlian, a Franco-Armenian businessman who took over the club in 2017. Under his direction, Lens returned to Ligue 1 and established themselves solidly.

How to follow RC Lens live?

On FootballAudit.com, follow all RC Lens matches in real-time with lineups, live statistics, and post-match analysis of Ligue 1.

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Overview

Welcome to the RC Lens page, Northern France's emblematic club founded in 1906. Les Sang et Or play at the boiling Stade Bollaert-Delelis and compete in Ligue 1. Follow all the latest Lensois news, results, and standings in French football's elite.

Racing Club de Lens boast one French championship title (1998) and embody popular French football. The mining club benefit from one of Europe's best atmospheres at Bollaert, a French football temple. Lens rely on smart recruitment and quality training to compete with the biggest clubs. Find complete statistics, tactical analyses, and RCL transfer information.

Latest news

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Hamzat Ojediran Leaves RC Lens: Heading to Colorado Rapids in MLS

12/21/2025

Nigerian midfielder Hamzat Ojediran is set to join the Colorado Rapids for a fee slightly below €3 million.

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Ligue 1 matchday 16: Sunday preview with OM vs Monaco showdown at the Vélodrome

12/13/2025

Sunday's Ligue 1 programme features leaders Lens hosting Nice, Lyon looking to bounce back against Le Havre, and a blockbuster clash between Marseille...

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General Information

Founded: 1906

Stadium: Stade Bollaert-Delelis

Official Website: www.rclens.fr