The final league stage in France's top-flight football is underway and the results have been announced. Here’s a breakdown of some key events:
Nantes avoided relegation by finishing third in the table, with their season ending on Sunday. The team has improved significantly since the end of last season, but it was not enough to secure promotion back into the top flight.
Clermont also managed to stay competitive this season, finishing second behind Nantes. However, they were unable to reach the playoffs for the first time in years.
Ajaccio, meanwhile, finished fourth in the league, but they had to wait until May 24th to play their match against Nantes. Despite their poor form, Ajaccio still managed to qualify for the Europa League, where they will be playing next week.
Finally, Angers, which finished fifth, were promoted to the top flight for the first time in five seasons. However, they lost out to Monaco in the quarterfinals of the Coupe de France, which means that they will return to the lower leagues for another two seasons.
Overall, the final league stage in French football continues to provide exciting matches and memorable moments. It is always fascinating to see how teams adapt to new challenges and come up with innovative solutions to overcome obstacles.