Ligue 1 news

Three teams in Lille, Lyon, and Rennes are competing for one automatic Champions League spot. One point separates them with three fixtures remaining.

Marseille head coach Habib Beye has moved to clarify Mason Greenwood’s fitness situation as the club prepares for a crucial Ligue 1 encounter against Nantes. The English forward was a surprise omission from the starting line-up in the recent draw with Nice, sparking questions regarding his physical condition and standing in the squad.

With the Lionel Messi-Cristiano Ronaldo duopoly presumably disappearing into the rearview mirror, the battle for the Ballon d'Or hasn't felt so open for the best part of 20 years, with countless players now beginning each campaign believing they have a chance of claiming the most prestigious individual prize football has to offer. Ousmane Dembele emerged from a career plagued by injuries and inconsistencies to win the Golden Ball in 2025, and he is among a crowded field of contenders one year on.

Juventus are reportedly ready to accelerate their long-standing interest in Mason Greenwood as they look to overhaul their attacking options for next season, with Marseille having set their asking price for the ex-Manchester United forward. Greenwood has enjoyed another prolific season with the Ligue 1 giants, but his future depends on whether they qualify for the Champions League.

Vincent Kompany has issued a defiant battle cry following Bayern Munich’s breathless 5-4 semi-final first leg defeat to Paris Saint-Germain, insisting his players are willing to "die on the pitch" to reach the Champions League final. Despite trailing after a nine-goal thriller in the French capital, the Belgian coach remains adamant that the tie is far from over as the action heads back to Bavaria.

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia has no intention of leaving Paris Saint-Germain this summer, according to his father, Badri Kvaratskhelia. Despite persistent reported interest from Arsenal, the 25-year-old winger remains fully committed to the PSG project as the French giants chase back-to-back Champions League titles.

Brazilian wonderkid Endrick has suggested that his immediate future may not necessarily lie back at Real Madrid. The teenage forward, currently on a short-term loan at Lyon, has refused to rule out an extended stay with the French side if they secure Champions League qualification.

Marseille supporters were left stunned on Sunday evening when star forward Mason Greenwood was unexpectedly dropped to the bench for their crucial Ligue 1 clash against Nice. Manager Habib Beye clarified that the club's leading goalscorer is struggling with an injury sustained against Lille a few weeks ago.

Marseille head coach Habib Beye has issued a public warning to Arsenal loanee Ethan Nwaneri, demanding a significant improvement in the teenager's "day-to-day commitment". Despite a worsening injury crisis at the Orange Velodrome, the 19-year-old playmaker was relegated to the bench against Nice, as Beye prioritises players who show greater desire in training.

Brazilian sensation Endrick has revealed his favourite position ahead of his return to Real Madrid this summer. The teenage forward is currently rebuilding his confidence on loan at Lyon, and his latest comments suggest he knows exactly how he wants to be utilised in Spain next season.

Former Barcelona star Ansu Fati has opened up about the surreal experience of facing football legend Lionel Messi in training, calling it absolutely crazy. In a recent documentary, the talented winger, who is now impressing at Monaco, also highlighted the exceptional abilities of Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappe when discussing the best players he has encountered in his career.

Paul Pogba’s highly-anticipated return to football with Monaco has quickly turned into a "nightmare" scenario, with the former Manchester United midfielder facing a savage assessment of his physical state. Despite a career defined by technical brilliance and World Cup glory, the 33-year-old’s comeback season in Ligue 1 is reportedly fizzling out as injuries continue to ravage his progress.

Arsenal are reportedly keeping a close watch on Endrick's uncertain future at Real Madrid as Mikel Arteta looks to add more firepower to his attacking ranks this summer following a series of inconsistent performances in front of goal. The Brazilian sensation is currently rebuilding his reputation on loan at Lyon, but a permanent departure from the Bernabeu is no longer being ruled out.

The approach was similar, yet the outcome was far more convincing: Paris Saint-Germain also rested several key players before their Champions League clash with Bayern Munich and still strolled to a comfortable 3-0 (2-0) win at Angers SCO.