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The IR Revolution: How RC Lens’ Elite Impact Rating Toppled the PSG Giant
The IR Revolution: How RC Lens’ Elite Impact Rating Toppled the PSG Giant
In a stunning conclusion to 2025, RC Lens has officially dethroned Paris Saint-Germain at the top of the Ligue 1 standings. While the capital club remains Champions League title holders, the “Sang et Or” have utilized a superior defensive Impact Rating (IR) to secure their lead.
Lens Top Impact (Avg. IR)
Robin Risser
33.45
Florian Thauvin
31.42
Odsonne Edouard
28.55
Top Defense (Avg. DEF)
Jonathan Gradit
18.07
Malang Sarr
17.42
PSG Top Impact (Avg. IR)
O. Dembélé
48.78
Vitinha
47.22
Achraf Hakimi
39.75
Top Elite Performers
K. Kvaratskhelia
36.60
Willian Pacho
15.39
The Statistical Contrast: The mid-season data confirms a tactical divide in French football. PSG relies on high-octane offensive metrics, with Ousmane Dembélé (45.77 Avg. ATT) and Achraf Hakimi (33.23 Avg. ATT) recording numbers that drive their dominance. However, Lens wins the battle in the trenches. With Jonathan Gradit (18.07 Avg. DEF) leading the league in defensive impact, and clinical additions like Odsonne Edouard (28.55 Avg. IR) providing efficiency, the northern side has built an unbreakable wall that even stars like Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (36.60 Avg. IR) struggle to scale.
