There are a lot of options if you want to catch every Ligue 1 football match, big weekends, or just your team. However, not all operators are equal, as some are paid and others do not air all the fixtures.
Below is every free or paid way to watch Ligue 1 football live online for this season.
How to watch Ligue 1 Football Live online for free
Ligue 1’s move toward direct-to-consumer distribution means most live matches are behind paywalls in many countries. Free options are generally limited to highlights or sporadic free-to-air windows. They include the following:.
1. Ligue1.com
- Availability: Global (highlight clips are widely available; short live streams or free promos vary by region).
- Channels: N/A.
- Device support: Browser-first on desktop or mobile web, plus mobile apps and embedded players on partner sites.
- Simultaneous streams: No streams, just on-demand clips.
If you just need clutch moments, goal montages, or the official condensed match that the LFP posts, this is the place to check first. The official feed is optimized for mobile and social sharing, so it’s convenient if you want short-form coverage between work breaks.
Pros:
- Official, legal clips with reliable metadata.
- Useful for social sharing and research..
- No subscription or login needed for many clips.
Cons:
- Not a source for full live matches beyond special promo streams.
- Region-based rights can restrict some videos in your country.
2. Broadcaster YouTube & Social Channels
- Availability: Global (subject to regional rights).
- Channels: N/A (official Ligue 1, club channels, and broadcasters’ channels).
- Device support: Apps across smart TVs, consoles, mobile devices, and browsers, connected TV boxes via the YouTube app.
- Simultaneous streams: Not limited.
Major broadcaster brands and clubs post highlights and full-match replays after a rights window. You won’t reliably get live matches here as rights usually prevent full live broadcast. But official clips and sometimes delayed full-match uploads are an invaluable, free legal resource.
Pros:
- Free, official, and easy to share.
- Accessible everywhere YouTube is available.
- Great for condensed matches and official club media.
Cons:
- Not a reliable place for live full-match viewing.
Paid options to watch Ligue 1 Football Live online
If you need to catch major games throughout the season reliably, we recommend subscribing to any of the following:
1. Ligue 1+ / Le Pass
- Starting price (Per month): Varies by market, with per-match or subscription options.
- Availability: France and being distributed via partners (Prime Video in selected markets).
- Channels: N/A.
- Device support: Smart TV apps via Prime Video add-on where offered (Apple TV / Fire TV / Xbox via Prime app), browser streaming, native mobile Prime Video apps.
- Simultaneous streams: Depends on partner.
The LFP announced a DTC service that will carry the bulk of domestic matches of eight of nine weekly matches under the new configuration, with beIN retaining a reduced allocation. That means if your primary goal is access to most Ligue 1 matches, this new platform is the single most direct path.
Pros:
- Carries the majority of Ligue 1 matches directly from the league.
- Centralized archive, league-produced shows, and features.
- Available via Prime Video in some markets for easy device support.
Cons:
- Not every market will have Le Pass via Prime, as local deals may complicate access.
- Some marquee matches may still be on partners (beIN) or national free windows.
2. beIN SPORTS CONNECT
- Starting price (Per month): Subscriptions and beIN channel bundles differ from country to country.
- Availability: Middle East & North Africa, parts of the Americas, Canada, and other markets where beIN holds rights.
- Channels: beIN Sports linear channels.
- Device support: Mobile apps (iOS/Android), web player, Apple TV, Android TV, Amazon Fire TV, some smart TVs, and operator integrations; Also available on satellite/cable provider boxes where beIN is packaged.
- Simultaneous streams: 2–3 concurrent streams, depending on regional product.
If you live where beIN operates its sports networks, beIN Connect is one of the most consistent paid options for watching Ligue 1 football live online. T
he broadcaster retained meaningful rights and remains a major international partner for the league. You’ll get traditional studio coverage, match broadcasts, French and local commentary options in some regions, and the usual on-demand replays.
Pros:
- Extensive regional coverage is available where licensed.
- Solid apps and TV operator integrations.
- Bundles with other major European competitions.
Cons:
- Geo-blocked in many countries where beIN doesn’t hold rights.
- Regional blackout and carriage deals complicate access.
3. DAZN
- Starting price (Per month): Packages differ; check local DAZN.
- Availability: Historically had broad rights in some European markets, Japan, and others.
- Channels: DAZN live channels/app.
- Device support: Native apps on mobile, smart TV platforms, consoles and web, DAZN is widely available on connected devices in markets where it operates.
- Simultaneous streams: 2–3 concurrent streams depending on market plan.
DAZN was a major challenger for Ligue 1 rights, but the deal faced legal and financial disputes and was modified. Some markets that had DAZN coverage changed their arrangements.
But if the brand still operates as a rights-holder in your country, it’s a strong all-in-one sports app that often bundles multiple leagues and supports high-quality streaming.
Pros:
- The app is sports-centric with good multi-device support.
- Frequently bundles many leagues under one subscription.
- Good for cord-cutters who want multiple sports in one app.
Cons:
- Regional disputes have caused mid-contract changes.
- Not every market retains the same content lineup.
4. Canal+
- Starting price (Per month): Varies.
- Availability: France and French African colonies.
- Channels: Canal+ / Canal+ Sport linear channels and operator OTT apps.
- Device support: Set-top boxes (sat/cable), web TV apps, Android/iOS apps, selected smart TV integrations in operator bundles.
- Simultaneous streams: Up to 4 concurrent streams via app/platform.
In Francophone Africa and some European windows, CANAL+ has carried French domestic football or sub-licensed packages in past cycles.
Their bundles are typically available via a local provider and often provide commentary in French, plus strong studio coverage and talk shows.
Pros:
- Strong picture quality and studio production.
- Local commentary and deep football programming.
- Available via familiar TV operator bundles.
- Often includes Ligue 2 and other domestic competitions.
Cons:
- Not always available as pure OTT outside selected markets.
- Sub-licensing means some matches may not be available live.
5. DStv Stream
- Starting price (Per month): Depends on local package price.
- Availability: Most of Africa.
- Channels: SuperSport channels.
- Device support: DStv decoders, DStv Stream app (mobile/TV).
- Simultaneous streams: 1 on low packages and up to 2 on higher bundles.
DStv is the primary football hub across many sub-Saharan nations. It always carries Ligue 1 fixtures via its SuperSport channels.
If you’re on the continent, their live schedules, multi-channel coverage, and studio shows make it a good option for consistent weekend viewing.
Pros:
- Reliable weekend coverage and regional sports production.
- Bundled with a host of other live sports.
- Strong local commentary and pundit shows.
- Multi-channel scheduling for overlapping games.
Cons:
- Requires a decoder/operator subscription.
- Carriage and rights vary by season.
6. Regional broadcasters and streaming platforms
- Starting price (Per month): Differs by local platform.
- Availability: Region-specific.
- Channels: Local sports channels.
- Device support: Local platform apps (smart TV boxes, mobile apps, native connected TV apps) and web players; device mix depends on the country.
- Simultaneous streams: Most offer 1–3 concurrent streams.
Every global region uses local sports broadcasters for Ligue 1. Japan often uses DAZN or local partners; Korea may use Coupang Play; Taiwan uses ELTA; and Scandinavia has Viaplay and other services.
These local platforms are your best bet for regional-language commentary, strong device integration, and legal, reliable live streaming.
Pros:
- Local language and editorial content tailored to the region.
- Familiar billing and device integration for residents.
- Often excellent mobile and smart TV apps.
Cons:
- Not useful if you travel internationally without VPN access.
- Rights and platform names change with tender cycles.