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PSG set €50m Mbaye price amid City & Spurs interest

Paris Saint-Germain have slapped a significant price tag on teenage sensation Ibrahima Mbaye after the winger expressed his desire to leave the Parc des Princes. The 18-year-old is seeking more regular first-team football following a frustrating campaign in the French capital.

RB Leipzig make big Diomande transfer decision

RB Leipzig are prepared to dig their heels in over the future of teenage sensation Yan Diomande despite interest from Europe’s biggest heavyweights. The Bundesliga side have maintained a firm stance that their star asset will not be allowed to leave during the current transfer window.

Aubameyang closes in on surprise move to Spain

Former Arsenal and Barcelona forward Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is reportedly on the verge of making a surprise return to Spanish football. After finding himself sidelined at Marseille, the veteran striker is now heavily linked with a move to Deportivo La Coruna as he looks to reignite the final stages of his career with a fresh challenge in a familiar country.

Spain v Belgium: Quarter Final - FIFA World Cup 2026

Sunderland secure free transfer of Ex-PSG star

Experienced Belgium right-back Thomas Meunier has officially completed a move to Premier League side Sunderland on a free transfer following the expiration of his contract at Lille. The defender has signed a two-year deal with Regis Le Bris’s team, bringing a vast wealth of European experience and a rich history of winning silverware to the Stadium of Light.

Marseille's English forward #10 Mason Greenwood celebrates

Greenwood pens heartfelt Marseille farewell

Mason Greenwood has expressed his profound gratitude to Marseille and their passionate supporters in a heartfelt farewell message following his permanent transfer to Fenerbahce. The forward departs the French side after a highly productive two-year spell, securing a lucrative move to the Turkish giants.

All the top teams 2026-27 football kits released so far

All the 2026-27 kits in one place

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3	Brest		0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
4	Le Havre		0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
5	Le Mans		0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0

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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.