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Maxime Lopez targets Champions League qualification for Paris FC in Ligue 1

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 10:35 AM

Last updated Sep 8, 2026

Maxime Lopez targets Champions League qualification for Paris FC in Ligue 1

Summary

Paris FC playmaker Maxime Lopez has stated that the club is aiming to qualify for European competition this season. Following a scoreless draw against ESTAC Troyes in their Ligue 1 opener, the team secured consecutive victories, including a 3-0 win over OGC Nice and a 3-2 victory against Olympique de Marseille at the Vélodrome. Paris FC currently sits in second place in the league table. Under manager Liam Rosenior, the club is leveraging significant backing from the Arnault family to support its ambitions. While Lopez identified the Champions League as the primary goal, he emphasized that the squad would welcome qualification for the Europa League or the Europa Conference League. The club previously replaced manager Stéphane Gilli last season but has since shown consistent form at the Stade Jean Bouin.

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By the Numbers

•Paris FC occupies second place in the current Ligue 1 standings.
•Maxime Lopez publicly identified a European spot as the primary goal for the season.
•The team defeated Olympique de Marseille 3-2 in its most recent fixture.
•Liam Rosenior serves as the manager for Paris FC.
•The club is supported by the Arnault family.

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10:35 AMYahoo Sports — ‘If it’s the Champions League, that would be incredible – Paris FC’s Maxime Lopez sets sights on European qualification

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Paris FC had an underwhelming opening day to the Ligue 1 season, drawing 0-0 away to newly promoted ESTAC Troyes. However, they have won their last two, scoring three goals in each, beating OGC Nice (...
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