Ligue 2 officially returns this Saturday, August 8. After a fiercely contested 2025-26 season, teams are now preparing for the uncertainty of this new campaign. The question on everyone’s mind is, who will be promoted to Ligue 1 next season? Perhaps we have a knack for predicting the future after all…
Saint-Étienne
Saint-Étienne came within a whisker of promotion last season. Unfortunately, the playoffs favored OGC Nice, who retained their spot in Ligue 1. Now, ASSE has a singular focus: fighting back. This season, they must concentrate on not letting precious points slip away, a mistake they made in 2025-26. Even with the need for rebuilding, playing at Geoffroy-Guichard should inspire them to elevate their performance.
Following a challenging year in Ligue 1, it’s time for revenge. The upcoming Ligue 2 season could provide Les Canaris with the momentum they need to regain form.
There is no time to waste, as the club’s new signings — Lucas Perrin, Mathieu Cafaro, Wilitty Younoussa, and Killian Corredor — are expected to enhance the team’s offensive capabilities.
Montpellier HSC
Montpellier prepares to enter its second consecutive season in Ligue 2. After taking time to adapt, they now aim to get serious. MHSC has the tools to make an impact; they simply require a clear goal and a unified squad. Will 2026-27 be the year that they shine again? Time will tell…
Stade de Reims
Reims concluded last season in 6th place, marking a solid but somewhat frustrating campaign. This season, Stade de Reims aims to surpass last year’s performance but must remain vigilant against competition in Ligue 2.
The club has assembled an impressive transfer window, hoping to secure a podium finish. Stade de Reims is clearly a team to watch in 2026-27.
What would predictions for Ligue 1 promotion be without FC Metz? If they are excluded, it may be due to their expected battle against relegation to Ligue 2. The club has been oscillating between divisions for several seasons. However, evidence suggests that FC Metz consistently delivers in Ligue 2, hinting at a strong season for Les Grenats.
And you, who do you see going up to Ligue 1? Share your thoughts in the comments!
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 we do have a gift for seeing the future after all…
Saint-Étienne
Saint-Étienne came within a whisker of promotion. Unfortunately, the playoffs went in favor of OGC Nice, who kept their place in Ligue 1.
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Now, ASSE has only one thing on its mind: fighting back. This season, they will need to stay focused and avoid letting precious points slip away, as we saw in 2025-26. Everything has to be rebuilt, but with a stadium like Geoffroy-Guichard, how could they not raise their game?
After a very difficult season in Ligue 1, it is time for revenge. This year in Ligue 2 could well give Les Canaris the push they need to get back on track.
📸 FRED TANNEAU – AFP or licensors
There is no time to waste, so they need to get back to work very quickly. The arrivals of Lucas Perrin, Mathieu Cafaro, Wilitty Younoussa and Killian Corredor should give the club’s attack a real boost.
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As a team freshly relegated to Ligue 2, Nantes is often listed among the favorites to return to Ligue 1 in 2026-27.
Montpellier HSC
Montpellier are preparing to begin their second straight season in Ligue 2. It took time to adapt, but now it is time to get serious.
MHSC has everything it needs to roar again; all it needs is a clear goal and a united squad. Will 2026-27 be the season that sees them shine again? We will find out very soon…
Stade de Reims
Reims finished 6th last season. It was a solid campaign, even if frustrating in some respects. Everything suggests that Stade de Reims will try to do better than in 2025-26. They will still need to be wary of the competition in this Ligue 2.
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The club has put together a very nice transfer window in the hope of reaching the podium. Stade de Reims will clearly be one to watch in 2026-27.
📸 FRANCOIS NASCIMBENI – AFP or licensors
What would promotion predictions for Ligue 1 be without FC Metz? If they are not included, it is because they are in the predictions for relegation to Ligue 2.
The club has been bouncing between divisions for several seasons now, so it is impossible not to include them here. However, FC Metz rarely disappoints in Ligue 2. So it is easy to imagine a strong season for Les Grenats.
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And you, who do you see going up to Ligue 1? Give us your opinion in the comments!
This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇫🇷 here.
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