The Paris Saint-Germain have clinched their 14th Ligue 1 title after a commanding 0-2 victory over RC Lens on Wednesday. With the suspense now over, attention turns to the trophy presentation—a celebration that may not happen at Parc des Princes after all.
Where and when will PSG receive the Ligue 1 trophy?
Traditionally, the champions receive the Ligue 1 trophy at their last home game of the season, a tradition the club had hoped to uphold this year. However, PSG were not officially crowned champions at the time of their final home match against Brest (1-0) last weekend.
This leaves just one fixture remaining: the Paris derby against Paris FC at Jean-Bouin stadium on Sunday. While technically an “away” game, the venue is just 50 meters from Parc des Princes. Yet, Paris FC has no plans to host the trophy presentation on their pitch, particularly after their own post-match celebrations to mark their Ligue 1 survival.
Ligue 1’s strict protocol for trophy presentations
The Ligue de Football Professionnel (LFP) oversees all trophy ceremonies under Article 523-5 of the championship regulations. The process is meticulously planned to promote football and the competition, with the LFP responsible for organizing the event and notifying the winning club in advance. Clubs are contractually obligated to host the ceremony, participate actively, and adhere to the LFP’s guidelines—leaving little room for refusal.
Historical precedents offer limited guidance
This unusual scenario—where a champion is crowned after their final home game—has occurred only twice in recent Ligue 1 history. In 2012, Montpellier celebrated their title in front of 30,000 fans at Place de la Comédie following their final match. Similarly, Lille marked their 2021 triumph with a private ceremony at the Domaine de Luchin before parading through the city.
For PSG, two options now emerge: either force Paris FC to host the ceremony despite their objections, or delay the presentation until after the season’s conclusion. However, a major hurdle remains—the club’s packed schedule, including a Champions League final on May 30, complicates any post-season plans.
With no perfect solution in sight, the Ligue 1 trophy’s presentation may be delayed, leaving PSG’s historic 14th title without an immediate celebration.
