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Ligue 1 2024-25: Day 34’s Top 10 Talking Points
- Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), Olympique de Marseille (OM), and Monaco have already secured their places in the League phase of the 2025-26 Champions League, but the battle for the...
- Nice currently holds the fourth spot with 57 points, closely followed by Lille with the same number of points, placing them provisionally in the Europa League (C3).
- Lyon's path to Champions League qualification requires a victory against Angers and favorable results from their rivals.
Ligue 1 Finale: Champions league Spots, Relegation Battles, and More
Table of Contents
- Ligue 1 Finale: Champions league Spots, Relegation Battles, and More
- Intense Fight for Final Champions League berth
- Reims and Nantes in Favorable Positions to Avoid Relegation Playoff
- Who will Join Montpellier in Ligue 2?
- Eighth Place Could Offer Unexpected European Qualification
- Top scorer Race: Dembélé Leads the Pack
- Assists Battle: Barcola and Cherki in a tight Race
- Lacazette Aims for 200 Goals in Final Lyon Appearance
- Greenwood Seeks to Join Elite Marseille Scoring Company
- montpellier Could Set Unwanted Record; Savanier’s Milestone
- PSG Aiming for Points Record
- Ligue 1 Finale: your Ultimate Guide to the Crucial Season End
- Champions League Qualification: Who’s Going to Europe?
- Relegation Scenarios: who’s Dropping Down?
- Other Key Storylines and Player Battles
- Could Eighth Place Earn a European Spot?
- Who’s Leading the Top Scorer Race?
- Who’s Leading the Assists Race?
- Alexandre Lacazette’s Farewell and Pursuit of 200 Goals
- Can Mason Greenwood Join an Elite Scoring Club?
- Montpellier’s Unwanted Record and Savanier’s Milestone
- What Record is PSG Aiming to break?
Intense Fight for Final Champions League berth
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), Olympique de Marseille (OM), and Monaco have already secured their places in the League phase of the 2025-26 Champions League, but the battle for the final spot is fierce. Four teams are vying for the coveted fourth position, which guarantees a spot in the Champions League’s third qualifying round: Nice, Lille, Strasbourg, and Lyon.
Nice currently holds the fourth spot with 57 points, closely followed by Lille with the same number of points, placing them provisionally in the Europa League (C3). Strasbourg also has 57 points,positioning them for a Conference League (C4) spot. Lyon trails slightly with 54 points.
Lyon’s path to Champions League qualification requires a victory against Angers and favorable results from their rivals. Nice, Lille, and Strasbourg must all falter against Brest, Reims, and Le Havre, respectively. Goal difference could be the deciding factor. Nice currently leads with a goal difference of +19, followed by Lille (+15) and Strasbourg (+13). Lille and Strasbourg will need to secure critically important victories to improve their goal difference and perhaps overtake Nice.
Reims and Nantes in Favorable Positions to Avoid Relegation Playoff
Four teams are still at risk of finishing in the relegation playoff position: Reims,Nantes,Le Havre,and Saint-Etienne. Reims and Nantes, both with 33 points, are in a relatively safer position due to their goal difference. A draw in their respective matches would likely secure their Ligue 1 status, regardless of Le Havre’s result against Strasbourg. Le Havre currently has a significantly inferior goal difference of -32.
Nantes faces Montpellier, while Reims will play against Lille. A victory for either Reims or Nantes would definitively ensure their place in Ligue 1 next season.
Who will Join Montpellier in Ligue 2?
Montpellier’s relegation to Ligue 2 is already confirmed. The final relegation spot will be contested between Saint-etienne and Le Havre.Le Havre currently holds a one-point advantage over Saint-Etienne. However, Le Havre faces a tough match against Strasbourg, while Saint-Etienne will host Toulouse. A draw would favor Le Havre due to their slightly better goal difference (-32 compared to Saint-Etienne’s -37).
Eighth Place Could Offer Unexpected European Qualification
Brest, currently in eighth place with 50 points, could potentially qualify for the Europa League conference if PSG wins the French Cup and Lyon is excluded from european competition due to financial issues. Lens,with 49 points,is also in contention for this unexpected European spot.Lens will face Monaco in their final match.
Top scorer Race: Dembélé Leads the Pack
Ousmane Dembélé currently leads the top scorer chart with 21 goals, followed by Mason Greenwood with 19 and Arnaud kalimuendo with 17. Jonathan David, with 16 goals, is unlikely to catch Dembélé. Greenwood has a chance to close the gap against Rennes.
Assists Battle: Barcola and Cherki in a tight Race
Bradley Barcola and Rayan Cherki are tied for the lead in assists with 10 each. Several players are close behind with nine assists, including Maghnes Akliouche, moses Simon, Dilane Bakwa, and Gaëtan Perrin. the final matchday promises a thrilling conclusion to the assists race.
Lacazette Aims for 200 Goals in Final Lyon Appearance
Alexandre Lacazette will play his final match for Olympique Lyonnais against Angers. Lyon coach Paulo Fonseca confirmed Lacazette’s departure, stating it would provide “additional motivation for the team.” Lacazette aims to reach 200 goals for Lyon in all competitions. He currently has 199 goals (129 from 2009-2017 and 70 from 2022-2025).
Greenwood Seeks to Join Elite Marseille Scoring Company
Mason Greenwood has scored 19 goals in 33 Ligue 1 matches this season. According to Opta, if he scores against Rennes, he will become only the fourth player to reach 20 goals in his first season with marseille, following Alen Boksic (22 goals in 1992-93), Marc Berdoll (20 goals in 1977-78), and Bafétimbi Gomis (20 goals in 2016-17).
montpellier Could Set Unwanted Record; Savanier’s Milestone
Montpellier’s arduous season could see them set a new low for points in a Ligue 1 season with 18 clubs. If they lose to Nantes, they will establish the lowest total as the three-point victory system was implemented in 1994-95. Téji Savanier is set to play his 200th Ligue 1 match if he features against Nantes.
PSG Aiming for Points Record
PSG needs just one point against Auxerre to break the record for most points in a Ligue 1 season with 18 teams. The current record is held by Saint-etienne, who achieved 81 points in the 1969-70 season.
Ligue 1 Finale: your Ultimate Guide to the Crucial Season End
The Ligue 1 season is nearing its exciting conclusion! With Champions League spots, relegation battles, and individual accolades on the line, the final matchday promises drama. Let’s dive into the key questions and storylines shaping the finale.
Champions League Qualification: Who’s Going to Europe?
Which Teams Have Already Secured Champions League Spots?
paris saint-Germain (PSG), Olympique de Marseille (OM), and Monaco have already locked in their places in the League phase of the 2025-26 champions League. They’ve had a strong season to earn those spots.
Who’s Fighting for the Final Champions League Berth?
The battle for the fourth and final Champions League spot, which guarantees entry into the crucial third qualifying round, is fierce! Four teams are vying for that coveted position:
- Nice
- lille
- Strasbourg
- Lyon
What is the Current Standings for Champions League Qualification?
The current top contenders for the final qualifying spot look like this, at the time of this article
- Nice (57 points)
- Lille (57 points)
- Strasbourg (57 points)
- Lyon (54 points)
What are the Goal differences for those teams?
Goal difference could be the deciding factor.Here’s the goal differential of the teams:
- Nice (+19)
- Lille (+15)
- Strasbourg (+13)
Lyon is in a tough spot but aren’t completely out of the race. They’ll need a victory and favorable results from their rivals. Nice, Lille, and Strasbourg must also stumble to have any chance.
Relegation Scenarios: who’s Dropping Down?
Which Teams Are at Risk of Relegation?
The fight to avoid the relegation playoff is heating up. A few teams are under pressure to avoid the relegation playoff position. Namely these four, Reims, Nantes, Le Havre, and Saint-Etienne.
How Likely are Reims and Nantes to Avoid the Relegation Playoff?
Reims and Nantes are in a relatively secure position to avoid relegation. Each are tied,though,any win will secure their place next season.
Who Will Join Montpellier in Ligue 2?
Montpellier’s relegation is confirmed. The final relegation spot is a fight between Le Havre and Saint-Etienne. Le Havre currently has a 1-point advantage. The final matchday is crucial for all four teams affected.
| team | Current Position | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Le Havre | Potentially the final relegation spot/relegation playoff | 1 point ahead of Saint-Etienne |
| Saint-Etienne | Potentially the final relegation spot/relegation playoff | 1 point behind Le Havre |
Other Key Storylines and Player Battles
Could Eighth Place Earn a European Spot?
Yes, Brest, currently in eighth place, could qualify for the Europa League Conference League. IF PSG wins the French cup AND Lyon is excluded from European competition due to financial issues. Lens is also a contender.
Who’s Leading the Top Scorer Race?
Ousmane Dembélé currently leads the top scorer chart, followed by other top tier league players
- Ousmane Dembélé (21 goals)
- Mason Greenwood (19 goals)
- Arnaud Kalimuendo (17 goals)
While Jonathan David is unlikely to catch Dembele’s high goal stats. Greenwood has a shot to earn goals in his final match
Who’s Leading the Assists Race?
Ther’s a tie for assists with bradley Barcola and Rayan Cherki. other players are close as well:
- Bradley Barcola (10 assists)
- Rayan Cherki (10 assists)
- Maghnes Akliouche (9 assists)
- Moses Simon (9 assists)
- Bilaane Bakwa (9 Assists)
- Gaëtan Perrin (9 assists)
The final matchday will be critical
Alexandre Lacazette’s Farewell and Pursuit of 200 Goals
Alexandre Lacazette will play his final match for Olympique Lyonnais. He’s aiming to reach 200 goals for Lyon in all competitions; currently with 199 goals.
Can Mason Greenwood Join an Elite Scoring Club?
Mason Greenwood could become only the fourth player to hit 20 goals in his first season with Marseille if he scores in the last game.
Montpellier’s Unwanted Record and Savanier’s Milestone
Montpellier is on track to potentially set a new low points record in a Ligue 1 season with 18 clubs. Téji Savanier could also play his 200th Ligue 1 match.
What Record is PSG Aiming to break?
PSG needs just one point to break the record for most points in a Ligue 1 season with 18 teams. The current record, 81 points, was held by Saint-Étienne in the 1969-70 season.
The Ligue 1 finale promises plenty of excitement. Tune in for the final matches!