THE Ligue 1 It is the main tournament in French professional football and one of the most watched competitions in Europe.
With its traditional clubs, competitive matches, and internationally renowned athletes, Ligue 1 attracts significant interest each season.
To watch the matches, one option is through authorized streaming platforms. Below are the two main options available on the French market.
Ligue 1+ – The official LFP platform
O Ligue 1+ It was developed by the Ligue de Football Professionnel (LFP) as the official streaming service. The platform broadcasts 8 of the 9 games in each round live, with the remaining game made available later, covering a good portion of the season.
The app has a simple interface, good image quality broadcasts, and support for mobile phones, computers, smart TVs, and connected devices. It also includes supplementary content, summaries, and analyses after each round.
- Available devices:
- Android and iOS app
- Access via web browser
- French operators (Orange, Bouygues, SFR and Free)
- Smart TVs, Prime Video Channels, Molotov TV and Samsung TV
Official website: https://ligue1.com
beIN Sports – Saturday's Game
O beIN Sports holds the rights to one game per roundThis is usually on Saturday afternoons (5 PM local time). This is the only match not covered by Ligue 1+, making a beIN subscription a valuable addition for those who want to follow all the matches of the round.
In addition to Ligue 1, beIN Sports broadcasts other competitions and sports, depending on the rights available.
- Available platforms:
- Application beIN Sports Connect
- Plans through carriers
- It works on various devices.
Official website: https://connect.beinsports.com
beIN CONNECTFAQ – Common Questions
Do I need to subscribe to both services?
It depends on what you want to track. Ligue 1+ broadcasts 8 games per round, while the beIN Sports The remaining game is on Saturday. To watch all the games live, both subscriptions would be required.
Can I watch it from outside of France?
Broadcasts are geographically restricted according to rights. Outside of France, only operators or platforms with specific rights can retransmit Ligue 1.
What is the image quality like?
O Ligue 1+ It transmits in HD, and can reach Full HD with a fast connection and a compatible device.
Does it work on mobile phones and TVs?
Yes. Both Ligue 1+ and beIN Sports have apps for mobile devices and integrate with smart TVs, as well as services like Prime Video Channels and Molotov TV.