France Ligue 1 predictions and odds

The 2023/24 season of the French Ligue 1 is here, and the stakes are as high as ever. Considering this is slowly becoming one of the most highly anticipated top-tier national leagues in Europe, betting on Ligue 1 matches is not something you’ll want to miss out on

As always, Betting Fellow is here to provide you with the best Ligue 1 betting tips and predictions. However, if you really want to make the most out of Ligue 1 betting, it’s important to understand the ins and outs of the competition. A smart punter knows how to put all relevant information to use – from the league’s history to the dominant teams and players. All of it can make the difference between a winning bet and a bust.

With that in mind, we’ve created this Ligue 1 betting guide to help you get started. It should present a nice introduction to those with little to no experience when it comes to the highest tier of French football

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France Ligue 1 Predictions

09/02/2025

Olympique Lyonnais - Reims

We don’t expect Olympique Lyonnais to have any issues beating Reims. The hosts are largely favoured by all the top bookmakers online and 1.53 might actually be a good-value bet to consider. The visitors are not to be underestimated but on this particular instance the home side are seen as clear winners.

This one has Home Win written all over it. The hosts are expected to ... read more

Betting tip (stake: 10/10): BTTS 1 at 1xbet
Correct score prediction: 3:1
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09/02/2025

Angers SCO - Olympique Marseille

A home win is not something we would recommend betting on at the odds of 5.45 – but you’re probably aware of that already. It would take a miracle for Angers SCO to pull off even a draw, let alone a win as underdogs.

We are likely going to see Olympique Marseille triumph this Sunday, though Angers SCO do have a fighting chance. Maybe the home field advantage will be e... read more

Betting tip (stake: 6/10): HT/FT Draw/Away 1.88 at Pncl
Correct score prediction: 1:3
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09/02/2025

Auxerre - Toulouse

The visiting team knows the task they face will not be easy. Beating Auxerre on their own turf would be a major accomplishment, and it is always a formidable challenge.

No outcome of this match would catch us by surprise. It’s a rarely fair matchup, though that’s not always good for betting. Currently, though, Toulouse are somewhat more likely to triumph with betting odds of read more

Betting tip (stake: 8/10): Away Draw no Bet 1 at 1xbet
Correct score prediction: 1:3
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09/02/2025

Strasbourg - Montpellier

Betting odds can be illusive at times and Montpellier are more than capable of pulling an upset. However, Strasbourg should have a clear path to victory if they stick to the plan.

At 4.22 betting odds, an away win would be a huge surprise and we’re positive Montpellier are well aware of it themselves.

Strasbourg went into their previous Ligue 1 match on the back fo... read more

Betting tip (stake: 7/10): Over 2,5 1.62 at Betway
Correct score prediction: 2:1
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08/02/2025

Nice - Lens

Lens will give Nice a run for their money and there is no doubt about it. However, at 2.39 odds on home win in this match, we still recommend backing the hosts.

Lens is a team that doesn't shy away from a challenge and we anticipate them giving their all in this matchup.

Despite high expectations and a small lead at halftime, Nice ended up tying with Toulouse in the ... read more

Betting tip (stake: 4/10): HT/FT Draw/Draw 2.39 at Pncl
Correct score prediction: 1:1
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08/02/2025

Lille - Le Havre

This is a fairly one-sided matchup in the hosts’ favour. While there may be a tiny chance of a draw or even an upset, we wouldn’t count on it. Lille winning is by far the most likely outcome.

The current perspective makes the situation straightforward. Given the superiority of Lille and the 9.17 odds given to Le Havre to win, it is evident that a victory for the visiti... read more

Betting tip (stake: 7/10): BTTS 1 at 1xbet
Correct score prediction: 2:2
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08/02/2025

Saint-Étienne - Rennes

Beating Rennes will not be easy, but we believe Saint-Étienne are more than capable of doing so. The matchup is somewhat balanced, after all, so all three possible outcomes are still on the table.

A difficult match is ahead of Rennes. They have a big fish to fry but we’ve seen them do it in the past and it’s certain they can do it again.

At 8.10 betting odds, S... read more

Betting tip (stake: 9/10): Over 2,5 1.99 at Pncl
Correct score prediction: 3:1
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07/02/2025

Nantes - Brest

With a difficult matchup ahead of them, Nantes will need to focus if they want to bring in another 3 points. They are not overwhelmingly outmatched by any means, but they are generally seen as the underdogs compared to Brest.

Brest will need to dig deep in order to get past the motivated hosts. An away win at 3.00 betting odds is considered a high risk but that’s exactly... read more

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Correct score prediction: 2:1
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07/02/2025

Paris Saint Germain - Monaco

With the odds set at 1.50 for a home win, Paris Saint Germain winning is clearly the most likely outcome in this matchup. Bigger upsets have happened, of course, but we wouldn’t expect anything but a decisive home win.

From the present standpoint, the situation is obvious. Given the strength of Paris Saint Germain and the read more

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Correct score prediction: 2:3
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Ligue 1 Standings

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  • Monaco
  • 20
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  • 4
  • 5
  • 36
  • 24
  • 12
  • 37
  • W W L D L
  • 4
  • Lille
  • 20
  • 9
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  • 3
  • 33
  • 20
  • 13
  • 35
  • W L W D D
  • 5
  • Nice
  • 20
  • 9
  • 7
  • 4
  • 39
  • 26
  • 13
  • 34
  • D W L W W
  • 6
  • Lens
  • 20
  • 9
  • 6
  • 5
  • 25
  • 18
  • 7
  • 33
  • W W L W L
  • 8
  • Brest
  • 20
  • 9
  • 1
  • 10
  • 31
  • 36
  • -5
  • 28
  • L W W W L
  • 10
  • Toulouse
  • 20
  • 7
  • 5
  • 8
  • 21
  • 22
  • -1
  • 26
  • D L D L W
  • 11
  • Auxerre
  • 20
  • 6
  • 5
  • 9
  • 27
  • 33
  • -6
  • 23
  • L D L L D
  • 13
  • Reims
  • 20
  • 5
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  • 8
  • 26
  • 29
  • -3
  • 22
  • L D D L L
  • 14
  • Nantes
  • 20
  • 4
  • 9
  • 7
  • 24
  • 30
  • -6
  • 21
  • W D D D D
  • 15
  • Rennes
  • 20
  • 6
  • 2
  • 12
  • 27
  • 30
  • -3
  • 20
  • W L L L L
  • 18
  • Le Havre
  • 20
  • 4
  • 2
  • 14
  • 15
  • 39
  • -24
  • 14
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Ligue 1 History and General Info

As we’ve already glossed over, the Ligue 1 is the top-tier association league for professional football in France. It is currently ranked as Europes fifth top national league after La Liga, the English Premier League, the German Bundesliga, and Serie A.

The founding of Ligue 1 is closely tied to the emergence of professionalism in French football. The adoption of professional teams and leagues came around in the early ‘30s, similarly to most of Europe’s top-flight leagues. However, the move itself was quite controversial at the time. Many important teams of the era such as Strasbourg and Amiens SC refused to go along with the restructuring of France’s league system.

Either way, the first season was held in 1932 and featured 20 teams. The format was a bit different from what we have today, and it was changed a couple of times over the years. Still, relative to some other top-flight national leagues, the competition’s format remained largely consistent over the decades. One notable exception is the years of German occupation during World War 2 and Vichy France. During this time, Division 1 was abolished in favour of regional leagues. Either way, the French Football Federation does not recognize titles and championships in the 1939 – 45 period.

A Ligue 1 season is played between August and May of the following year. It consists of France’s 20 top professional football teams. All the other aspects of the competition are mostly consistent with other leagues of this kind. The teams each face off against every other team twice – once at home and once away. This brings the total number of matches to 38 games per team per season.

As always, the teams are then ranked based on a standard point system – 3 points for a win, 1 point for a draw, and no points for a loss. In cases where teams have the same number of points, they are ranked based on goal difference, then total goals scored.

There are usually no play-offs in Ligue 1. The team with the most points is named champion. However, there are rare exceptions – if two teams are tied for a championship title, qualification to other competition, or relegation, the outcome is decided by a single match on neutral ground.

The two bottom-ranked teams are relegated to Ligue 2, the second tier of French professional football. Since 2016, however, the 18th-placed Ligue 1 team and the 3rd-placed Ligue 2 team face off for a spot in the next season of Ligue 1.

Interestingly, the top two French leagues also have a system called the Attacking Play Table. The table ranks teams based on most goals scored overall. The main idea is to promote more exciting aggressive play, but the table is completely separate from the main league standings and only offers monetary rewards.

Currently, the top 3 ranked teams qualify for the Champions League. The first two teams go directly to the group stage, while the third team enters the third qualifying round. Additionally, the 4th top-ranked team qualifies for the UEFA Europa League.

AS Saint-Étienne currently holds the record for most Ligue 1 titles overall. However, it should be noted that their latest triumph was back in ’81. The second spot is shared by Marseille and reigning champions Paris Saint-Germain with 9 titles each, while the third spot is shared by Monaco FC and FC Nantes with 8 titles. Marseille also hold the record for the most seasons spent in the League, with 71 total seasons in Ligue 1 as of the writing of this article. Paris Saint-Germain, on the other hand, hold the record for most consecutive seasons with 47.

In terms of players, Mickaël Landreau holds the record for most appearances with 618 total games between 1997 and 2004. Most of his career was spent at Nantes, though he also played over 100 matches for both Lille and PSG. Ligue 1’s most prolific goalscorer is Delio Onnis with 299 goals over 449 games between 1972 and 1986.


Ligue 1 Derby Matches

Often the best way to understand the dynamics of a certain league is to look at the most highly anticipated showodowns. So, which classic derbies make up the cannon of Ligue 1?

Le Classique

As the name might imply, the matchup between Marseille and Paris St. Germain is widely considered to be France’s answer to Ei Classico. As is often the case in such matters, the derby predates football and goes back to a traditional city rivalry between Paris and Marseille. Beyond that, these two clubs remain the most well-funded and arguably strongest clubs in France.

Choc des Olympiques

Dubbed the Clash of the Olympics because of the teams’ names, this is the highly anticipated showdown between Marseille and Lyon. Before the rise of PSG to their current heights, these two teams were the dominant clubs in France for years. The derby itself is noted for being based on mutual respect of two representatives of the highest echelons of French football, with very little bad blood between the teams and their supporters.

Ligue 1 Best Stadiums

Stade Vélodrome

Marseille’s home turf is a landmark in the history of sports in France. Built in 1935, the Vélodrome was expanded several times and can currently accept a total of 67,394 spectators. It is the biggest sports stadium in the country and regularly hosts UEFA international competitions, as well as various Rugby events.

Parc Olympique Lyonnais

Scheduled to hold the football events of the 2024 Paris Olympics, the Grand Stade de Lyon is the second largest stadium in France with 59,186 seats. It was built relatively recently in 2012 and has served as grounds for various Ice Hockey and Rugby competitions in addition to being Lyon’s home turf.

Parc des Princes

Situated in the 16th arrondissement of Paris within walking distance of the Stade Roland Garros, the Princes’ Park has been PSG’s home turf since 1974. It used to be part of a forested parkland owned by the Royal Family in the far past, though the 47,000+ seats are a relatively recent addition.