The countdown has begun for football fans across France. The fixtures for the opening weekend of Ligue 1 have been unveiled, and the marquee match is set to light up the Stade Vélodrome on Friday 21 August at 20:45. The clash between Olympique de Marseille and RC Strasbourg promises to deliver high-octane action right from the start.

Sunday night showdown kicks off the campaign

While not every opening fixture is a blockbuster, the traditional Sunday evening fixture delivers a thrilling opener with Paris Saint-Germain facing Stade Rennais in a duel that never fails to disappoint.

A second weekend packed with drama

The excitement ramps up in the second round, featuring must-watch clashes such as Lille versus PSG, RC Strasbourg against Lens, and AS Monaco taking on Olympique de Marseille. After securing a perfect 6/6 on 30 August, Marseille supporters will be eyeing the title early.

Football fans won’t want to miss a minute of the action!