Ligue 1 2026/27 Standings — About
The Ligue 1 2026/27 standings table is updated automatically after every match in the French top flight. The top three clubs qualify directly for the UEFA Champions League group stage. Positions 4 and 5 earn spots in the UEFA Europa League and Conference League respectively.
The three clubs finishing in positions 16 to 18 are relegated directly to Ligue 2. Ligue 1 features 18 clubs competing across 34 matchdays. PSG have dominated recent seasons, but Marseille, Monaco, Lille, Lyon and Nice are perennial contenders for the European places.
Frequently Asked Questions — Ligue 1 Standings
How is the Ligue 1 table updated?
The Ligue 1 standings update automatically as soon as each match ends: 3 points for a win, 1 for a draw and 0 for a loss.
What do the columns MP, W, D, L, GF, GA, GD and Pts mean?
MP is matches played, W is wins, D is draws, L is losses, GF is goals for, GA is goals against, GD is goal difference and Pts is total points.
Can I watch the matches of teams in the table live?
Yes, click on any team in the standings to go to their page and watch their upcoming matches live and free.