Ligue 2 is the second tier of professional football (soccer) in France. It operates below Ligue 1, which is the top division of French football. Established in 1933, Ligue 2 features a league format in which teams compete for promotion to Ligue 1, while the lower-performing teams face relegation to the Championnat National, the third tier of French football. The league plays a significant role in the development of players and clubs in France, providing a pathway for talent to ascend to higher levels of competition. The teams in Ligue 2 compete for points through a series of matches, with the ultimate goal of finishing in the top positions of the table to secure promotion to the top division.
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…