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Ligue 1 2026-2027: when PSG and Paris FC face Marseille in opening clashes

Ligue 1 2026-2027: the opening day fixtures for PSG and Paris FC against Marseille

The Ligue de Football Professionnel has released the first glimpse of the 2026-2027 Ligue 1 schedule, with Paris Saint-Germain and Paris FC set to face their biggest rivals early in the campaign.

PSG’s season kicks off with a home clash against Rennes

Defending champions Paris Saint-Germain will start their title defense at the Parc des Princes against Rennes during the August 21-23 weekend. The intensity begins immediately, with a tough away trip to Lille in the second matchday, followed by a home fixture against Monaco in the third.

Paris FC faces promotional challenge early

The capital’s second club, Paris FC, will begin their campaign with an away trip to newly promoted Troyes. A step up in quality follows with a home game against OGC Nice, before two demanding high-altitude matches against Olympique Lyonnais and Strasbourg.

Marseille awaits PSG in a high-stakes clasico

The first major showdown comes sooner than expected, as PSG will travel to Marseille for a Sunday evening clash on September 20. The return leg at the Parc des Princes is scheduled for February 7, 2027, ensuring the rivalry stays at the forefront of the season.