Ligue 1 Round 8: Lens Form Leading, Paris & Marseille Contending for Title.

The Ligue 1 football season has reached the halfway point and teams are starting to make their mark on the competition. In this round eight matchday, there have been some standout performances from teams that could be key contenders for the title.

One team that is currently leading the pack is Lens. The French club has been in top form so far this season, winning three out of four matches. Their impressive record has seen them climb up the table and they are now just two points behind leaders Paris Saint-Germain.

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Marseille are also contending for the title. PSG's recent form has been excellent with wins over Monaco and Lyon, while Marseille have also been performing well with a win against Nice and draws with Montpellier and Rennes.

Both teams have had some standout performers throughout the season. PSG's Neymar has been exceptional, scoring five goals and providing six assists. Meanwhile, Marseille's Dimitri Payet has also been instrumental in their success, scoring six goals and creating numerous chances for his teammates.

In addition to these two teams, there have also been some surprise results in the league. Nantes, who were once considered outsiders for the title, have surprised everyone by finishing second after a strong run of form.

Overall, the Ligue 1 season is shaping up to be one of the most competitive yet. With several teams still in contention for the title, it will be interesting to see how the rest of the season plays out.