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Greenwood drops Fenerbahce hint after BIG transfer statement

Mason Greenwood has intensified speculation over a potential move to Fenerbahce after interacting with the social media accounts of presidential candidate Hakan Safi. The Turkish hopeful has claimed an agreement is already in place for the Marseille forward, with Champions League football and a long-term contract reportedly part of the proposal.

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Real Madrid plot €150m Vitinha move following Perez promise

Real Madrid president Florentino Perez is reportedly preparing a major move for PSG midfielder Vitinha ahead of the club’s presidential election. The Portuguese star has emerged as the leading candidate for a marquee signing, with Jorge Mendes' influence viewed as a potentially decisive factor in any negotiations with the French champions.

Ex-Newcastle winger agrees deal to join MLS side

Former Newcastle United winger Allan Saint-Maximin has agreed a deal to join Major League Soccer outfit Charlotte FC following a brief stint in Ligue 1. The French attacker is set to move to North Carolina as a Designated Player, cutting short his successful comeback in his homeland with Lens.

Simeone wants Greenwood to join him at Atletico

Diego Simeone has reportedly identified Mason Greenwood as the ideal addition to his Atletico Madrid frontline as the Spanish giants prepare for a potential shake-up in attack. The English forward has been a revelation in France, prompting Marseille to slap a massive price tag on their prized asset ahead of the summer window.

Diomande drops major hint he's going to snub Liverpool

Liverpool’s summer transfer plans have been rocked after top target Yan Diomande openly confessed his lifelong affection for Paris Saint-Germain. The RB Leipzig sensation has been tipped as the man to replace Mohamed Salah at Anfield, but his latest comments suggest his heart is set on the Parc des Princes.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	Paris Saint-Germain	34	24	4	6	74	29	45	76	L W W D W
2	Lens	34	22	4	8	66	35	31	70	W L W D D
3	Lille	34	18	7	9	52	37	15	61	L W D W D
4	Lyon	34	18	6	10	53	40	13	60	L L W W W
5	Marseille	34	18	5	11	63	45	18	59	W W L D L

Pos

Team

+/-

PTS

Form

Paris Saint-Germain

L
W
W
D
W

Lens

W
L
W
D
D

Lille

L
W
D
W
D

Lyon

L
L
W
W
W

Marseille

W
W
L
D
L

Frequently asked questions

Who has won the most Ligue 1 titles?

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) have won the Ligue 1 title 12 times, more than any other club. Their first win was in 1986, and they claimed their record-breaking 12th title in 2023, surpassing AS Saint-Etienne.

How many teams are in the Ligue 1?

The Ligue 1 consists of 18 teams since the 2023-24 season, prior to which 20 teams took part in the league. The inaugural season of the French first division in 1932-33 also consisted of 20 teams, divided in two groups of 10 teams each.

Who has made the most Ligue 1 appearances ever?

Mickael Landreau holds the record for the most Ligue 1 appearances, with 618 matches as a goalkeeper. His career spanned nearly two decades, playing for clubs like Nantes, Paris Saint-Germain, Lille, and Bastia.

Who is the all-time top scorer of the Ligue 1?

Delio Onnis holds the record as the all-time top scorer in Ligue 1 with 299 goals. Playing as a centre-forward, his remarkable goal-scoring feats spanned the 1970s and 1980s, where he starred for clubs like AS Monaco and Reims, making him a legend in French football.

Who has the most assists in the history of the Ligue 1?

As of 2024, Dimitri Payet holds the record for the most assists in Ligue 1 history, with a total of 130 assists. The attacking midfielder achieved this milestone during his successful stints with several clubs, including Marseille and Lille.

Who is the oldest player ever in the Ligue 1 and how old was he?

Pierre Braine holds the record of being the oldest player in Ligue 1 history, aged almost 45 years in a Ligue 1 game in 1945.

Who is the youngest player ever in the Ligue 1 and how old was he?

At 15 years and 225 days, Kalman Gerencseri is the youngest player in Ligue 1 history. The Frenchman played for Lens against Monaco in a Ligue 1 game in 1960.

Which famous players have played in the Ligue 1?

Notable players who have graced Ligue 1 include legends like Zinedine Zidane, George Weah, Thierry Henry, David Beckham, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Ronaldinho, Neymar, and Kylian Mbappe.

Which famous managers have managed in the Ligue 1?

Prominent managers in Ligue 1 include Arsene Wenger, Laurent Blanc, Carlo Ancelotti, Adi Hutter, Luis Enrique, etc.

What is the biggest stadium in the Ligue 1?

The Orange Velodrome in Marseille is the largest stadium in Ligue 1, with a capacity of 67,394 spectators. Home to Marseille since 1937, it is renowned for its electric atmosphere and hosting significant football events in France.

Who is the most expensive player in the history of the Ligue 1?

Neymar is indeed the most expensive player in Ligue 1 history. His transfer from Barcelona to Paris Saint-Germain in 2017 was valued at a record €222 million, which remains the highest transfer fee ever paid for a player.