One of the most dramatic matches of the season took place in the 31st round of the French Ligue 1. Brest faced Lens at home. Although the home side took a three-goal lead, the visitors showed great willpower and equalized - 3:3.
Idman.Biz reports that Brest opened the scoring in the seventh minute with a goal from Dauda Guindon. In the 24th minute, Luka Tusar and in the 42nd minute, Eric Junior Ebimbe increased the difference to three, bringing Lens to the brink of defeat.
However, a completely different Lens appeared on the field in the second half. In the 60th minute, Florian Thauvin reduced the difference to two goals, restoring the intrigue. Just four minutes later, Abdalla Sima made it 3:2, maximizing the tension. In added time at the end of the match, Allan Saint-Maximin came on the scene. The French star saved his team from a real defeat with his goal.
After this result, Lens, who have 63 points, retained their second place in the standings. Brest, with 38 points, rose to 11th place.