As the 2025 Ligue 1 season heats up, matchday three promises an intriguing lineup of fixtures that could have significant implications for both title aspirants and relegation candidates.
Kicking off the weekend, Paris Saint-Germain hosts Angers SCO on Friday night. PSG, still unbeaten, will look to maintain their strong start under new management. With Kylian Mbappé and Neymar leading the attack, they are heavy favourites, and bookmakers will likely offer short odds on a home victory. Angers, having struggled in the early fixtures, will be desperate for points to avoid an early-season relegation battle.
On Saturday, Olympique Marseille faces Paris at the Stade Vélodrome. This derby clash is always highly charged, and Marseille will be keen to assert their dominance in front of home supporters. Marseille’s recent form suggests they can challenge for a top-four position, making this match crucial for their ambitions.
In another Saturday fixture, Nice takes on Auxerre, with both teams seeking vital points to secure their league status. Meanwhile, Olympique Lyonnais will look to continue their resurgence against Metz, a team that has found the going tough at the start of the season.
Sunday’s fixtures see Lorient host Rennes in a Brittany derby, while Le Havre faces Lens, Strasbourg takes on Nantes, and Toulouse meets Brest—all critical matchups for teams aiming to steer clear of relegation.
The standout clash on Sunday evening features LOSC Lille against Monaco, where both sides will be eager to secure a win to boost their title hopes. With the league table beginning to take shape, every point will be crucial as teams vie for European spots and aim to avoid the drop.