While PSG, crowned French champions on Wednesday, face Paris FC in the Jean-Bouin derby, the 34th and final day of Ligue 1 on Sunday promises more twists with many uncertainties for both European places and the relegation playoff spot.
Lille controls its destiny while Lyon is in pursuit. Behind PSG and Lens, three clubs are in contention for the third and final direct Champions League spot: Lille (3rd, 61 points), Lyon (4th, 60 points), and Rennes (5th, 59 points).
Of the three, Lille is the only one with the cards to secure third place: if they defeat Auxerre, they cannot be caught. Genesio’s men are on a remarkable streak of 13 undefeated matches.
Marseille faces Rennes in a crucial match where the loser could face dire consequences. If they avoid defeat, Rennes is guaranteed Europa League qualification but a loss could push them towards the less prestigious Europa Conference League.
Habib Beye, returning to Marseille, is under intense pressure as they aim for a better finish than 6th place. Monaco, currently 7th, could overtake Marseille with a win against Strasbourg.
Metz and Nantes already relegated, the relegation playoff spot is still up for grabs with Le Havre, Auxerre, and Nice competing to avoid it. Nice seems poised for survival with a match against Metz who have not won a game since November.
(FACT CHECK: Lille, Lyon, and Rennes are the main contenders for the third Champions League spot. Marseille faces Rennes in a crucial match. Nice is currently in the relegation playoff spot but has a chance to survive.)
