Ligue 1 Week 5 runs from September 18 to September 20, 2026. Times are shown in French local time (CEST).
Friday, September 18, 2026
AS Monaco vs. RC Lens
Time: 20:45 CEST
Venue: Stade Louis II, Monaco
Predicted Score: AS Monaco 2–1 RC Lens
Analysis:
Monaco remain one of the most disciplined and effective sides early in the campaign, following up their Week 3 victory over PSG at Parc des Princes with a hard-fought 1–1 draw at Strasbourg in Week 4. Lens, meanwhile, are still seeking consistent offensive rhythm after settling for a 2–2 draw against newly promoted Le Mans. Monaco’s tactical balance and high-pressing front line at Stade Louis II give them the advantage against a Lens defense that has conceded in three straight matches.
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Paris FC vs. RC Strasbourg Alsace
Time: 17:15 CEST
Venue: Stade Jean-Bouin, Paris
Predicted Score: Paris FC 1–1 RC Strasbourg Alsace
Analysis:
Paris FC continue to prove difficult to break down, holding Lyon to a goalless draw in Week 4 after their upset of Marseille in Week
3. Strasbourg bring high scoring potential, having scored six goals against Troyes in Week 3, but were kept contained in their 1–1 draw with Monaco. Expect a tightly contested midfield battle in Paris, with Strasbourg's pace on the break offset by Paris FC’s structured home defense.
Le Mans FC vs. FC Lorient
Time: 20:45 CEST
Venue: Stade Marie-Marvingt, Le Mans
Predicted Score: Le Mans FC 1–2 FC Lorient
Analysis:
Le Mans have shown resilience with back-to-back draws against Nice (1–1) and Lens (2–2). However, Lorient enter with strong momentum after earning a 2–2 draw against Toulouse in Week 4 following their away win at Lens. Lorient’s efficiency in transition should allow them to edge out Le Mans in a close away contest.
Olympique Lyonnais vs. Stade Rennais F.C.
Time: 20:45 CEST
Venue: Parc Olympique Lyonnais, Décines-Charpieu
Predicted Score: Olympique Lyonnais 2–1 Stade Rennais F.C.
Analysis:
Rennes enter Week 5 on the back of a 1–0 victory over Marseille, putting them among the form teams in the league. Lyon were held to a 0–0 draw by Paris FC in Week 4 but remain potent at home, having dispatched Auxerre 3–1 in Week 3. Lyon’s technical quality in central areas and depth up front should help them hand Rennes their first setback in three weeks.
Toulouse FC vs. Le Havre AC
Time: 20:45 CEST
Venue: Stadium de Toulouse, Toulouse
Predicted Score: Toulouse FC 1–0 Le Havre AC
Analysis:
Toulouse secured a point in a 2–2 draw away at Lorient in Week 4, showing improved attacking intent. Le Havre played out a 0–0 draw against Angers in Week 4 and have scored just two goals across four matches. Toulouse’s home advantage and physical presence in midfield position them to claim a low-scoring victory.
Angers SCO vs. ES Troyes AC
Time: 20:45 CEST
Venue: Raymond Kopa Stadium, Angers
Predicted Score: Angers SCO 2–0 ES Troyes AC
Analysis:
Angers ended a two-match skid by holding Le Havre to a 0–0 draw in Week 4. Troyes continue to struggle defensively, following up their 6–2 loss to Strasbourg with a 2–0 defeat against Lille. Facing a Troyes backline that has conceded eight goals in two games, Angers are well-positioned to take control early and claim all three points at home.
Sunday, September 20, 2026
AJ Auxerre vs. Stade Brestois 29
Time: 15:00 CEST
Venue: Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps, Auxerre
Predicted Score: AJ Auxerre 1–1 Stade Brestois 29
Analysis:
Auxerre earned a boost with a 1–0 win over Nice in Week 4. Brest put up a spirited performance in a narrow 1–0 loss to Paris Saint-Germain, demonstrating strong defensive organization. Both teams favor structured, low-risk setups, making a low-scoring draw at the Abbé-Deschamps the most probable outcome.
OGC Nice vs. LOSC Lille
Time: 17:15 CEST
Venue: Allianz Riviera, Nice
Predicted Score: OGC Nice 1–2 LOSC Lille
Analysis:
Nice are winless in three matches following a 1–0 defeat at Auxerre. Lille enter in fine form, coming off a comfortable 2–0 win over Troyes and a 2–2 draw against PSG. Lille’s attacking fluidness and structural stability give them the upper hand at the Allianz Riviera against a stagnating Nice side.
Olympique de Marseille vs. Paris Saint-Germain
Time: 20:45 CEST
Venue: Stade Vélodrome, Marseille
Predicted Score: Olympique de Marseille 1–2 Paris Saint-Germain
Analysis:
Le Classique highlights Week 5 at the Vélodrome. Marseille are under mounting pressure after losing back-to-back matches to Paris FC (3–2) and Rennes (1–0). PSG rebounded from a loss to Monaco by grinding out a 1–0 win at Brest in Week 4. While the Vélodrome atmosphere will be intense, PSG’s individual quality and Marseille’s defensive vulnerabilities give the champions the edge.