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Wins penalty and concedes penalty Medina registered two tackles (one won) and one clearance in Tuesday's 2-1 victory against Sevilla. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 75th minute.

Impact Medina played a crucial part in Tuesday's first two goals as he won a penalty for his side in the 60th minute (converted by Przemyslaw Frankowski in the 63rd) and then conceded a penalty (and received a yellow card) in the 75th minute that was converted by Sergio Ramos in the 79th minute. It was quite a busy day for Medina as he also won one tackle and made one clearance as his side clinched a spot in the Europa League Knockouts. Medina will miss Lens' next match Saturday versus Reims due to yellow card accumulaton in Ligue 1 and will be eligible to return Dec. 20 at OGC Nice.

DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended against Reims Medina was given three yellows over a 10-match span and will be suspended versus Reims on Dec. 16.

Impact Medina will be available to face Montpellier on Friday and should be in contention for the UCL match with Sevilla on Tuesday but will eventually have to serve this one-match ban. In his last six appearances, the central defender has recorded six shots (five on target) and should continue to be a target in the box moving forward.

DECEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for Lyon clash Medina (knee) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Lyon.

Impact Medina is good to go after being a doubt in the buildup with a knee injury. The defender has started all but two matches in all competitions for Lens helping his club keep five Ligue 1 clean sheets.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with knee pain Medina (knee) is a doubt for Saturday's clash with Lyon, according to manager Franck Haise.

Impact Medina is a serious doubt for Saturday's match after coming off with knee pain last time out. The defender played just 45 minutes before coming off last time out and is now a worry with a knee injury. It appears to simply be soreness so the hope is that this isn't a long-term problem for Medina.

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Nantes Medina scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 4-0 win versus Nantes.

Impact Medina scored in the 58th minute assisted by Florian Sotoca. This was his first goal of the season. He was fabulous defensively as he recorded five clearances and one tackle. He also managed to complete three dribbles. He has started eight of his nine apperances this season and has also assisted once.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available once more Medina served a one-match ban due to yellow card accumulation and is eligible to return.

Impact Medina picked up the ban after seeing three yellow cards in the opening four matches in Ligue 1. The center-back started all four matches to open the season and should return directly into the starting XI for Sunday's clash with Toulouse. Medina is also set for a role Wednesday during a Champions League trip to Sevilla.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for suspension Medina is suspended for Saturday's clash with Metz due to yellow card accumulation.

Impact Medina will be on the sideline Saturday after reaching the limit for yellow cards. It's a major blow for Lens as Medina has played every minute up until this point. Bafode Diakite is one likely replacement in the starting XI.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lens closes in on PSG after win over Strasbourg

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APRIL 7, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Lens beats Lorient to reach French Cup quarterfinals

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FEBRUARY 9, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

French Cup holder Nantes needs penalties to make round of 16

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JANUARY 22, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Lens beats Angers for a 4th straight victory, Ajaccio wins

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NOVEMBER 5, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ben Yedder nets hat trick to boost quest for Qatar

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OCTOBER 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Khazri wonder goal for Saint-Etienne; Lyon beats Lens 2-1

Wahbi Khazri scored a contender for goal of the season to salvage a point for last-place Saint-Etienne in a 1-1 draw at Metz in the French league

OCTOBER 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS