Ligue 2 season starts with promotion contenders Saint-Étienne and Nantes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 7:59 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Ligue 2 officially commences on August 8, 2026. Teams like Saint-Étienne, which narrowly missed promotion last season, are determined to overcome previous setbacks. FC Nantes returns from Ligue 1 with new signings aiming to regain their top-flight status. Montpellier HSC looks to adapt and improve after a rocky season, while Stade de Reims aims for a stronger finish than last year. FC Metz remains a team to watch as they seek consistency in Ligue 2.
- •Ligue 2 season starts August 8, 2026.
- •Saint-Étienne aims for promotion after losing in playoffs.
- •FC Nantes seeks immediate return to Ligue 1 after relegation.
- •Montpellier HSC hopes to adapt for continued success.
- •Stade de Reims aspires to improve on last season's finish.
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"Ligue 2 officially returns this Saturday, August 8.After a fiercely contested 2025-26 season, it is now time for the uncertainty of this new campaign.Who will be promoted to Ligue 1 next season? Maybe...
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