Lens: Cahuzac confirms absences as fan anger grows after Como rout
Lens face Marseille this weekend amid fan fury and confirmed player absences after a historic 1-9 Champions League loss to Como, according to multiple French media outlets.
Fans vent fury after Como humiliation
Lens supporters have reacted with anger following the team's 1-9 defeat to Como in the Champions League, according to Le Figaro. Several supporter associations have threatened to take action, as reported by But Football Club. The loss has been described as a historic humiliation.
Cahuzac breaks silence, confirms absences
Coach Yannick Cahuzac has spoken out after the defeat and confirmed several absences ahead of the Ligue 1 match against Marseille on Sunday, according to But Football Club. He expressed immense disappointment and refused to consider resigning, as Foot Mercato reported. The club's sporting director Jean-Louis Leca has publicly backed Cahuzac, confirming he remains in his position, according to Onze Mondial and Foot Mercato.
A troubled start and a controversial like
Cahuzac's start at Lens has been difficult. After eight matches in charge, he has the worst record for a Lens coach since 1988, according to But Football Club. He was appointed in mid-September to replace Dino Toppmöller, whose assistant he had been. Meanwhile, a social media like by Junior Kadile, who joined the club this summer, has sparked controversy among supporters, as Onze Mondial reported. The like was related to a post about Da Cunha following the defeat.
Questions and support
Some have questioned whether Cahuzac should resign, but he has given a firm response, according to Onze Mondial. Sports.fr reported that there is "something suspicious" about the situation at Lens. Despite the criticism, Leca has maintained his support for the coach. The team now prepares for the match against Marseille, with several players unavailable.
