Saudi international Saud Abdulhamid played a key role as Lens pulled off a stunning comeback against Brest on Sunday night. The right-back provided a crucial assist in a dramatic second-half turnaround that left fans at the Stade Bollaert-Delelis in disbelief.
Brest took control early and looked comfortable. They scored twice in the first half, leaving Lens chasing the game. The home side struggled to find rhythm, and the visitors seemed on course for a routine win.
But everything changed after the break. Lens came out with renewed energy. Abdulhamid, who had been solid defensively, pushed forward more often. In the 58th minute, he delivered a precise cross into the box. The ball found its target, and Lens pulled one back. The stadium erupted.
That goal sparked a complete shift in momentum. Lens kept pressing, and Brest began to crack. Within 15 minutes, the home side had equalised. The comeback was on.
Abdulhamid continued to cause problems down the right flank. His pace and crossing ability stretched the Brest defence. In the 78th minute, Lens completed the turnaround. A well-worked move ended with the ball in the net, making it 3-2.
The final whistle confirmed a remarkable victory. Lens had turned a two-goal deficit into three points. Abdulhamid’s assist was widely praised, with fans and pundits highlighting his growing influence in the team.
Speaking after the match, the Lens manager praised the team’s character. “We never gave up. The players believed, and Saud’s delivery was exactly what we needed to start the fightback,” he said.
Abdulhamid has now registered two assists in his last three appearances. His performances continue to impress, and he is becoming a key figure in Lens’ push up the Ligue 1 table.
The win lifts Lens into the top half of the standings. For Brest, it is a painful collapse. They led comfortably but could not handle the second-half storm.
Lens will look to build on this result in their next fixture. Abdulhamid, meanwhile, is proving his worth in French football with every game.
