# Paris Saint-Germain and Lens Secure Ligue 1 Qualification; Marseille and Monaco Fight for Third Place in Champions League Race
The final weeks of the Ligue 1 season brought significant developments as Paris Saint-Germain and Lens secured their spots in the upcoming Champions League, while Marseille and Monaco fought to maintain their positions in the top-four race.
Paris Saint-Germain, already dominant in Ligue 1, sealed their qualification for the Champions League with a commanding 4-1 victory over Strasbourg. This result not only confirmed their place in Europe’s elite competition but also extended their lead at the top of the league table. With just two games remaining, PSG are set to win the Ligue 1 title for the fourth time in five seasons, further cementing their status as one of the most successful clubs in French football.
Meanwhile, Lens also secured their Champions League qualification after a thrilling 2-2 draw against Montpellier. Lens, who have been on a remarkable journey back to the top tier, will make their first appearance in the Champions League since 1998. This achievement marks a historic milestone for the club and their passionate fanbase.
As the Ligue 1 season draws to a close, attention is also turning to the Champions League race. Marseille and Monaco are locked in a fierce battle for third place, which will determine their participation in next season’s Champions League. Marseille currently sits in third place, one point ahead of Monaco, after a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Nîmes Montpellier. Both clubs have shown consistent form in recent weeks, with Marseille’s young stars and Monaco’s experienced lineup pushing them to the brink of securing a top-four finish.
The final games of the season promise to be nail-biting, with the stakes higher than ever as clubs jostle for positions in both the league and Europe. With Paris Saint-Germain already guaranteed a spot in the Champions League, the battle for second and third places will add an extra layer of drama to the final stages of the season.
In a season where French football has been characterized by intense competition and thrilling moments, the final weeks are set to deliver even more drama. Fans across the country eagerly await the conclusion of this unforgettable campaign.