In France, fans want to see electrifying performances in the 2025-26 Ligue 1 season. Lorient lost 3-1 to Monaco in the 2025-26 Ligue 1 season. For this reason, Bamba Dieng (68′), Jean-Victor Makengo (85′), and Dermane Karim (87′) scored for Lorient. On the other end, Ansu Fati (76′) scored for the Monaco side. Following that, PSG beat LOSC 3-0 in the 2025-26 Ligue 1 season. Ousmane Dembele (13′, 64′) and Bradley Barcola (90+3′) scored for PSG.
Likewise, Lens was unbeaten, 1-0, over Auxerre in the 2025-26 Ligue 1 season. At the same time, the only scorer was Wesley Said (65′) for the Lens side. Following that, Toulouse dominated 5-1 against Nice, while Elye Wahi scored for Nice in the 49th minute. On the other hand, Santiago Hidalgo (7′, 55′), Frank Magri (45′), Cristian Casseres Jr., and Julian Vignolo (80′) scored for Toulouse. Explore more about all the game’s updates now.
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Marseille had an impressive 5-2 win over Angers in Ligue 1 2025-26. For this purpose, Amine Gouiri (19′), Mason Greenwood (24′), Hamed Traore (34′), Timothy Weah (40′), and Igor Paixao scored for Marseille. Meanwhile, Amine Sbai (45+2′) and Jim Allevinah (90+2′) scored for the Angers side. Strasbourg secured a win over Metz, while Gauthier Hein (24′) scored for the Metz side. On the other hand, Diego Moreira (12′) and Martial Godo (43′) scored for the Strasbourg side.
In addition, Rennes shared points 1-1 with Le Havre, while Felix Mambimbi (69′) scored for the Le Havre side. On the other end, Breel Embolo (86′) scored for Rennes. Paris FC dominated 2-1 against Nantes, while Matthis Abline (50′) scored for the Nantes side. At the last match, Lyon defeated Brest 2-1 in the Ligue 1 2025-26 season. Dive into the world of in-depth football information with fresh news.
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Auxerre vs PSG
The Paris Saint-Germain F.C. will encounter AJ Auxerre for matchday 19 in the Ligue 1 2025-26 season. Check out Ligue 1 information with the latest updates here.
- Date—January 23, 2026
- Venue: Stade Abbé-Deschamps, Auxerre, France.
Prediction
Auxerre lost 0-2 to Brest in the Ligue 1 2025-26. For this purpose, Ludovic Ajorque (33′) and Joris Chotard (79′) scored for the Brest side. Auxerre scored eight shots and one shot on target. Their average possession is through low passes with higher-level pass accuracy. On the other hand, Brest secured ten shots and four shots on target. Their base possession throughout down approach passes with considerable pass accuracy.
However, Auxerre finished bottom of the 2025-26 Ligue 1 season with 12 points. In their last five games, Auxerre earned one win, three losses, and one draw. Following that, Auxerre played 18 matches with three wins, three draws, and 12 losses in the Ligue 1 standings. This team placed in the relegation zone with a contributing risk factor.
By comparison, Sporting defeated PSG 2-1 in the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League. For this reason, a goal was scored by Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (79′) for PSG. On the other end, Luis Suarez (74′, 90′) scored for the Sporting side. PSG scored 22 shots and six shots on target. Their down-approach possession throughout average passes with higher-level pass accuracy. Meanwhile, Sporting earned ten shots and four shots on target. Their minor possession through low passes with stable pass accuracy.
In the Ligue 1 standings, PSG placed in a crown position and played 18 matches. They scored 13 victories, three draws, and two losses with 42 points. Likewise, PSG scored four consecutive wins, suffering only one loss in their last five matches. Already a PSG contribution in the UEFA Champions League. As we conclude, PSG is likely to win.
Rennes vs Lorient
In matchday 19 of the 2025-26 Ligue 1, Stade Rennais F.C. will face FC Lorient.
- Date—January 24, 2026
- Venue—Roazhon Park, Rennes, France.
Prediction
Rennes defeated Chantilly US 3-1 for the round of 32 in the French Cup. Evens Joseph (42′) scored for Chantilly US. Sambou Yatabare (68′) received a red card for Chantilly. On the other hand, Quentin Merlin (70′), Musa Al-Taamari (71′), and Elias Legendre (78′) scored for Rennes. However, Rennes took 21 shots and 8 on target. Their average possession was zero passes in that game. Chantilly US secured four shots and two shots on target. They had low possession with zero state passes in that game.
Additionally, Rennes is participating in the Europa Conference League qualifiers. They earned 18 matches with eight victories, seven draws, and three losses across all competitions. In their last five games, Rennes earned three wins, one draw, and only one loss. Rennes is placed in 6th position with 31 points in the Ligue 1 standings.
Correspondingly, Lorient dominated 3-1 against Hauts Lyonnais. Bamba Dieng (44′, 56′) and Mamadou Kone (87′) scored for the Lorient side. Meanwhile, Romain Poncet (16′) scored for Hauts Lyonnais. In particular, Lorient scored 16 shots and seven shots on target. Their average possession was zero passes throughout that game. Hauts Lyonnais secured nine shots and five shots on target.
Lorient placed 12th position with 22 points in the Ligue 1 2025-26 standings. In their last five games, Lorient displayed three straight wins and two draws. They completed 18 matches with five wins, seven draws, and six losses in the Ligue 1 table. Hence, Rennes will have a home turf advantage to hold on to a triumph in their upcoming matches.
Marseille vs Lens
In the 2025-26 Ligue 1 season, on matchday 19, Olympique de Marseille and RC Lens will meet.
- Date—January 24, 2026
- Venue—Stade Vélodrome, Marseille.
Prediction
In the French Cup, Marseille is unbeaten 9-0 against Bayeux in the round of 32. In fact, Marseille scored 22 shots and 15 shots on target. Their higher-level possession with zero passes in that game. On the other end, Bayeux secured five shots and two shots on target.
Marseille earned 3rd position with 35 points in the Ligue 1 2025-26 standings. In their last five games, Marseille has recorded two straight wins, two losses, and only one draw. They have played 18 matches, with 11 wins, 2 draws, and 5 losses.
Conversely, RC Lens dominated Sochaux 3-0 in the French Cup. For this purpose, Odsonne Edouard (22′), Matthieu Udol (87′), and Abdallah Sima (89′) scored for Lens. Moreover, Lens scored 11 shots and four shots on target. On the other end, Sochaux scored two shots and one shot on target.
Lens is a formidable contender for first place in the Ligue 1 table. Even though this team is participating in the UEFA Champions League group stage, they played 18 matches, with 14 wins, 1 draw, and 3 losses in the Ligue 1 table. Therefore, Marseille will, beyond doubt, make a success of their forthcoming series.
Brest vs Toulouse
The Stade Brestois 29 will lock horns with Toulouse FC for matchday 19 in the Ligue 1 2025-26 showdown.
- Date—January 25, 2026
- Venue—Stade Francis-Le Blé, Brest, France.
Prediction
In the French Cup, Brest shared points 1-1 with Avranches. For this reason, Nassim Sabihi (24′) scored for Avranches. On the other end, a goal scored by Remy Labeau Lascary (34′) scored for Brest. Julien Le Cardinal (21′) received a red card for the Brest side. Likewise, Brest scored six shots and one shot on target. Meanwhile, Avranches secured four shots and one shot on a target. Brest placed in 10th position with 22 points in the Ligue 1 2025-26 season. They played 18 matches, winning 6, drawing 4, and losing 8 in the Ligue 1 table. In their last five games, Brest earned three consecutive victories and two losses.
Toulouse shared points over Angers for the round of 32 in the French Cup. Santiago Hidalgo (47′) scored for the Toulouse side. On the other end, Amine Sbai (90′) scored for Angers. In addition, Toulouse scored ten shots and four shots on target. Meanwhile, Angers secured five shots and one shot on target. Toulouse secured 8th position with 26 points in the Ligue 1 2025-26 season. They scored 18 points with seven wins, five draws, and six losses in the Ligue 1 table. As a result, Toulouse will have more chances to hold on to a triumph.
Metz vs Lyon
In matchday 19 of the 2025-26 Ligue 1, FC Metz will face Olympique Lyonnais.
- Date—January 25, 2026
- Venue—Stade Saint-Symphorien, Longeville-les-Metz, France.
Prediction
Montpellier defeated Metz 4-0 in the round of 32 of the French Cup. For this reason, Teji Savanier (7′), Yanis Issoufou (21′), Enzo Tchato (46′), and Nicolas Pays (65′) scored for Montpellier. In essence, Metz secured 13 shots and five shots on target. This team is in the relegation zone with 18 matches played in Ligue 1. On the other end, Montpellier secured 11 shots and seven shots on target. The bottom position in the Metz table is in Ligue 1 with 12 points.
In the French Cup, Lyon beat LOSC 2-1, while Nathan Ngoy (28′) scored for the LOSC team. On the other hand, Afonso Moreira (1′) and Endrick (42′) scored for the Lyon side. Then, Lyon secured 12 shots and six shots on target. Their low possession was through zero passes in that game. Lyon finished 4th in Ligue 1 2025-26 with 33 points. In their last five games, Lyon scored four wins and one loss in the Ligue 1 table. Thus, Lyon will have a greater possibility of achieving success in their upcoming matches against Metz.
LOSC vs Strasbourg
In Ligue 1 2025-26, LOSC Lille will compete with RC Strasbourg Alsace in matchday 19.
- Date—January 25, 2026
- Venue: Decathlon Arena – Stade Pierre-Mauroy, France.
Prediction
LOSC lost 0-2 to Rennes in the Ligue 1 2025-26 season. Meanwhile, Alexsandro received a red card in the 14th minute for LOSC. On the other hand, Rennes secured Przemyslaw Frankowski (49′), and Quentin Merlin (56′) scored for Rennes. LOSC scored 11 shots and three shots on target. They have low possession throughout downfield approach passes with considerable pass accuracy. Following that, LOSC finished 5th in the Ligue 1 table with 32 points. In their last five games, LOSC secured three consecutive wins and two losses.
Strasbourg shared points against Nice in the Ligue 1 2025-26 season. For this reason, Joaquin Panichelli (13′) scored for the Strasbourg side. Meanwhile, a goal scored by Elye Wahi (54′) was for the Nice team. Additionally, Strasbourg secured nine shots and three shots on target. Their average possession throughout stable passes with higher-level pass accuracy. Based on their performances, LOSC will have a slight edge.