Ligue 1 Conversation

Toulouse FC: Regional Dominance?

With Bordeaux all the way in the 4th division and Montpellier looking in bad shape in Ligue 1, Toulouse have an opportunity to become the premier…

Dec 27, 2024 • 

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Americans in Ligue 1: How are they Doing?

Another aspect of covering Ligue 1 is shining a light on Americans playing for French clubs. Here's how they are coming along...

Dec 16, 2024 • 

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Ligue 1 Away Day: Lyon

A trip to the gateway of the Alps will give you the best of both worlds as your taste buds and match day experience will be satisfied.

Dec 13, 2024 • 

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November 2024

Ligue 1 Away Day: Toulouse

Find yourself in Toulouse? Here is my Rick Steves-style guide to a day out in La Ville Rose including a match day experience.

Nov 28, 2024 • 

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Only the Beginning: Lyon's Financial Predicament and the New TV Deal

With the DNCG's decision, Olympique Lyonnais might not be the only club who could face financial hardship due to Ligue 1's lowered TV rights deal.

Nov 19, 2024 • 

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Inverting the Pyramid: Ligue 1's Surprising Success (and Struggle) in the Champions League this Season

UEFA coefficient point concern? Not this season. Ligue 1's surprise performance and struggle has helped the country solidify its hold on the 5th spot…

Nov 16, 2024 • 

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What to Make of Ligue 1's Current Situation

A lack of a sufficient broadcast deal has put many provincial clubs on the precipice of bankruptcy, but who is at fault because of this?

Nov 5, 2024 • 

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October 2024

Whatever happens, do not let Brest's story fade into the abyss

A campaign for the ages (that largely went unnoticed) and an excellent run this year's Champions League so far should elevate Brest's story into a…

Oct 30, 2024 • 

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Ligue 1 Time Machine: Sonny Anderson

As one of the more underrated Brazilians of the 1990s-2000s, Anderson helped Olympique Lyonnais win two of its first seven titles in a row, cementing…

Oct 27, 2024 • 

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In their pursuit of data-driven perfection, Toulouse need a software update

The inability to find a moneyball solution for the departure of Thijs Dallinga has left Le TeFeCe languishing just above the relegation zone.

Oct 24, 2024 • 

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August 2024

Ligue 1 Time Machine: Yoann Gourcuff

The most talented player of his generation, the "successor" found his comfort zone beyond the football pitch as the spotlight did not match his…

Aug 23, 2024 • 

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Benjamin Bourigeaud: A Goodbye to Remember (?)

With rumors linking the Rennes midfielder with a move away from the Roazhon Park, Bourigeaud potentially treated Rennes fans to one final performance to…

Aug 21, 2024 • 

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