France’s top flight football competition, Ligue 1, returns for its 88th edition, bringing another thrilling campaign for all football fans.
With emerging talents and some fierce rivalries in the competition, Ligue 1 boasts the charm of another tough and challenging tournament. Paris Saint-Germain, the reigning champion, fulfilled their dream after a sensational 2024-25 season. Luis Enrique’s side completed their treble after winning Ligue 1, Coupe de France, and the UEFA Champions League last term.
Monaco and Marseille will be aiming to build on their last season’s performance and strengthen themselves to pose a threat to PSG’s glory this season. Marseille, under the leadership of Roberto De Zerbi, remains a serious threat, while Lille and Monaco will be looking to put pressure from the top.
With the addition of new teams this season, the competition has gotten a little more competitive. Lorient, Paris FC, and Metz are the three clubs coming up this season after getting promoted from Ligue 2. All eyes will be on Paris FC, who return to France’s top flight after a gap of 46 years. These newly promoted teams replaced Montpellier, Saint-Etienne, and Reims.
The Sporting News looks at the key fixture details and how to follow the matches.
Ligue 1 live streams, TV channels in the US
Ligue 1 matches for the 2025/26 season will largely be shown on beIn Sports, beIn Sports Connect and Fubo.
Ligue 1 is the most premium football competition in France. The competition features some heated rivalries, raw talents from different nations showcasing their talents, and some entertaining football action filled with entertainment. This time Ligue 1 rights have been exclusively bought by beIN Sports in the United States, while fans would also be able to stream the matches on Fubo.
Fubo carries all the top leagues and teams, plus popular shows, movies and news for the entire household. Stream ESPN, ABC, CBS, Fox, NBC and USA Network. Plus 100+ top channels of live TV and sports without cable. (Participating plans only. Taxes and fees may apply.)
Key Ligue 1 2025/26 fixtures
Here is a selection of key dates to mark for your diary.
September 20-21
- Olympique de Marseille vs. Paris Saint-Germain (TBD)
- Nantes vs. Rennes (TBD)
- Lens vs. Lille (TBD)
October 4-5
January 3-4
- Paris Saint-Germain vs. Paris FC (TBD)
February 7-8
- Nice vs. Monaco (TBD)
- Paris Saint-Germain vs. Olympique de Marseille (TBD)
April 4-5
May 16-17
- Paris FC vs. Paris Saint-Germain (TBD)
*Please note that the weekends have been selected for all the big-rivalry matches, but official match dates and times are yet to be confirmed.
