Ligue 2 is the second division of professional football (soccer) in France. It is organized by the French Football League (LFP) and serves as the tier directly below Ligue 1, the top division. Ligue 2 features clubs that compete for promotion to Ligue 1, with the top teams earning the opportunity to move up to the higher league at the end of each season. The league was established in 1933 and is known for its competitive nature, providing a platform for clubs to showcase talent and develop players. The teams in Ligue 2 typically play a round-robin season, where each club faces every other club twice, once at home and once away. The league’s structure also allows for relegation to the third division, known as Championnat National, for the clubs that perform poorly. Ligue 2 plays a significant role in French football, offering a pathway for clubs and players to ascend to the elite level of the sport in France.
High-stakes Ligue 2 match between Amiens SC and SM Caen takes place on March 14, 2025, as both teams hover near the relegation zone. Amiens, ranked 15th, and Caen, standing…