Lens v Como: Thauvin and Nico Paz named in Champions League starting line-ups

Florian Thauvin will lead the Lens attack against Como after being named in the starting line-up for their UEFA Champions League meeting at Bollaert.

The teams were confirmed by Lens assistant manager Yannick Cahuzac and Como head coach Cesc Fabregas slightly more than an hour before the 20:00 GMT kick-off.

Lens are set to face Como in an already intense atmosphere, with Thauvin selected to spearhead the Sang et Or’s forward line.

Como’s line-up includes Nico Paz, the Italian side’s influential playmaker, as expected. His inclusion represents the main creative threat in a team also featuring former Lyon midfielder Maxence Caqueret and Luis Milla in midfield.

Lens XI: Risser; Udol, Baidoo, Antonio; Aguilar, Haidara, Cuisance, Skoras; Thauvin, Hazard; Ivanovic

Como XI: Butez; Couto, Jacobo Ramon, Kempf, Alex Valle; Perrone, Luis Milla; Da Cunha, Nico Paz, Caqueret; Douvikas.