While Lens challenges Arsenal in London this Wednesday evening, Franck Haise’s choices will still be scrutinized.
Whatever the outcome of this group stage, the Racing Club de Lens will be able to hold their heads high. Currently traveling to the Emirates Stadium to challenge the ogre Arsenal, the Sang et Or have experienced strong moments during this first round of the Champions League, like the epic success against the Gunners at Bollaert, a few years ago weeks (2-1). A course that bears the signature of Franck Haise.
Despite his apparent phlegm, the Racing Club de Lens coach does not hesitate to make strong decisions, in his starting line-ups and in his replacements. An art of coaching that he fully embraces. “Things are very clear to me. The idea is not to do calculations. I’ve been making choices for 21 years, and I’m very happy to have choices to make in the Champions League. »
Lens will again bet on its bench
Haise claims to be“very happy with (his) bench”. “I don’t make comparisons, but I’m happy and there are plenty of matches where our bench allowed us to do interesting things. Before taking care of the opposing team’s bench, I first take care of my bench. » An asset which could still help the Sang et Or to face the headwinds, this Wednesday, in what looks like their most difficult match during this group phase.
