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2025–26 Ligue 1 Season

The 2025–26 Ligue 1, officially known as Ligue 1 McDonald’s for sponsorship reasons, marks the 88th season of France’s top-tier football competition since its establishment in 1932.

Known for its mix of world-class stars, emerging talents, and intense rivalries, Ligue 1 continues to captivate fans both domestically and around the globe.

2025–26 Ligue 1 Teams

A total of 18 clubs will compete in the 2025–26 Ligue 1 season – including 15 teams retained from the 2024–25 campaign and 3 newly promoted clubs from Ligue 2.

The promoted teams are:

  • FC Lorient – returning after 1 year in Ligue 2.
  • Paris FC – making a comeback after 46 years.
  • FC Metz – promoted after 1 year in Ligue 2.

These clubs replace:

All three relegated teams will compete in Ligue 2 for the 2025–26 season after failing to secure top-flight survival.