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Inter clinch Serie A title with three games to spare after Parma victory

Inter have officially been crowned Serie A champions for the 2025-26 season following a clinical 2-0 victory over Parma at a packed San Siro, with Marcus Thuram and ex-Manchester United star Henrikh Mkhitaryan grabbing the goals. The Nerazzurri secured their 21st Scudetto with three matches still left to play, sparking jubilant scenes in Milan as they pulled out of reach of chasing rivals Napoli and AC Milan.

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McTominay brutally billed as ‘average player’ by Serie A icon

Scott McTominay has enjoyed a meteoric rise since swapping Manchester United for Napoli, but his impressive accolades haven’t won over everyone. Despite leading the Partenopei to a Scudetto and earning a Ballon d’Or nomination, a legendary Serie A midfielder has sensationally labelled the Scotland star as nothing more than an "average player."

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Man Utd keen on ex-Villa star that struggled in the PL

Manchester United have emerged as shock contenders to sign Donyell Malen, a player who famously struggled to make an impact in the Premier League with Aston Villa. Despite failing to secure a regular starting spot under Unai Emery before being shipped out in January, the Dutch international has seen his stock soar during a prolific stint in Serie A.

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Salah urged to leave Premier League for MLS or Saudi

Mohamed Salah has been warned that his options for a summer transfer are becoming increasingly limited as his legendary stint at Liverpool draws to a close. Despite his status as one of the Premier League's greatest-ever attackers, former Reds midfielder Didi Hamann believes the Egyptian is now "past his best" and unlikely to find another top-tier English suitor.

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Juve plot Greenwood move as Marseille brace for exit

Juventus are reportedly reviving their interest in Mason Greenwood as they begin to formulate a strategic 'plan' to bring the forward to Turin this summer. The former Manchester United man has been a long-term target for the Bianconeri, and his form in France has placed him firmly back on their radar ahead of the transfer window.

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Inter agree personal terms to sign Tottenham star

Inter have moved into a commanding position to sign Guglielmo Vicario after successfully agreeing personal terms with the Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper. The Italian giants have outpaced domestic rivals to secure a deal for the 29-year-old, following a strategic decision by the North London club to sanction his departure this summer.

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Man Utd willing to offer THREE players in Leao deal

Manchester United are ready to step up their pursuit of AC Milan star Rafael Leao by offering a selection of first-team players to sweeten the deal. The Red Devils are exploring creative ways to lower the cost of the Portugal international as they look to overhaul their attacking options for next season.

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Van Dijk admits Alisson exit would be 'big blow' for Liverpool

Virgil van Dijk has admitted that losing Alisson Becker would represent a "big blow" for Liverpool as speculation regarding a move to Italy continues to gather pace. The Brazilian goalkeeper has been heavily linked with a switch to Juventus, with it reported that there has been contact between the Serie A giants and the player's representatives.

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Marseille set Greenwood price tag amid Juventus transfer interest

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.

Frequently asked questions

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.