Sitting at the top of the French football league system is Ligue 1, the country’s primary football competition and contested by 20 different clubs nationwide. Hugely popular in France and among fans around the world, Ligue 1 offers spectators the chance to watch talented international and French players compete at the highest level in France. Some of the most popular clubs include Paris Saint-Germain FC (which recently bought Messi from Barcelona), Lille OSC, Olympique de Marseille, Monaco, Olympique Lyonnais and AS Saint-Etienne. During the season between August and May, clubs play each other twice for a total of 38 games. Enquire now about our Ligue 1 sport travel packages; choose to add accommodation and match-day transfers, or simply fly and enjoy thrilling soccer action!