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Ligue de Football Professionnel
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Ligue de Football Professionnel
Websiteurl
lfp.fr
Company typeenum
Private
Founded yearint
1900
Operating statusenum
Operating
Ownership categoryenum
Headcount rangeband
51–100
akta.pro rankint
HeadquartersParis, France
HQ citystring
Paris
HQ countrystring
France
HQ regionstring
Europe
Markets served

Serves global market

Offices1 record

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City, Country, Type, Description, Source

Keyword5 values
professional football league, sports media rights, football streaming platform, competition management, sports broadcasting
Industry4 codes
1Association Football (Soccer) Leagues
CodeMPAKAAAAPrimaryYes
2Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) Sports Streaming Platforms
CodeMPAKAOAAPrimaryNo
3National Governing Bodies (NGBs)
CodeMPAKAFACPrimaryNo
4Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) Network/Studio Streaming Channels
CodeMPABAHAGPrimaryNo
NAICS code3 codes
  • Spectator Sports71121
  • Media Streaming Distribution Services, Social Networks, and Other Media Networks and Content Providers51621
  • Sports Teams and Clubs711211
SIC code2 codes
  • Television Broadcasting Stations4833
  • Services-Advertising7310
Product category
Professional Football League Operations and Media Rights
GTM motion2 records

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Type, Description, Source

Revenue model3 records
1Direct-to-Consumer Streaming Subscriptions
TypeSubscription Recurring
Description

Ligue 1+ generates revenue through monthly and annual subscription plans for fans watching Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches, as well as original documentary and magazine content. The platform replaced the previous DAZN distribution agreement which was terminated due to financial and strategic disagreements.

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2Media Rights
TypeLicensing Royalties
Description

LFP Media collects revenue from the sale of broadcast and media rights for Ligue 1 matches. The failed bid for 2026 and 2030 FIFA World Cup rights (won by BeIN Sports for ~€40 million) illustrates the importance of media rights to the league's revenue strategy.

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3Sponsorship and Advertising
TypeAdvertising
Description

The league generates sponsorship revenue through naming rights for its competitions (e.g., Ligue 1 McDonald's, Ligue 2 BKT) and branded content integrated into the Ligue 1+ platform.

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Marketing channels4 records

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Title, Type, Stage, Description, Source

Distribution channels2 records

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Cost components6 values
Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others
Pricing details3 tiers
1Standard subscription with commitment
ModelSubscriptionBilling cadenceMulti-year contract
Notes

€14.99/month with 12-month commitment

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2Standard subscription without commitment
ModelSubscriptionBilling cadenceMonthly
Notes

€19.99/month without commitment

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3Youth discount — under 26 years
ModelSubscriptionBilling cadenceMonthly
Notes

€9.99/month without commitment, available on mobile, tablet, and computer. Launched in Italy at €9.99/month.

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GTM typeB2B and B2C
B2B and B2C
Offering typeServices
Services
Brand1 of 5 records shown
1Ligue 1 McDonald's
Description

Top-tier professional football league in France, sponsored by McDonald's

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Core offering1 text field

The Ligue de Football Professionnel (LFP) is the governing body for professional football in France, organizing and managing Ligue 1 McDonald's and Ligue 2 BKT competitions. It also operates Ligue 1+, a direct-to-consumer (DTC) streaming platform launched on August 15, 2025, broadcasting 8 out of 9 Ligue 1 matches each weekend, along with original documentary content and editorial programming. The organization licenses broadcast rights and generates sponsorship revenue from naming-rights partners (McDonald's, BKT).

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Problem solved
Product overview1 text field

Ligue de Football Professionnel (LFP) manages France's top two professional football leagues (Ligue 1 McDonald's and Ligue 2 BKT) and operates Ligue 1+, a direct-to-consumer streaming platform launched in August 2025. The portfolio includes the core football competitions plus a digital streaming product that broadcasts live matches, with the 1TEAM program covering social responsibility initiatives across clubs.

Product and service4 records
1Ligue 1+
CategoryDirect-to-Consumer Streaming Platform
Description

Direct-to-consumer streaming platform offering live Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches, original documentaries, expert pre-match analysis, and behind-the-scenes club content, targeting individual football fans domestically and internationally.

2Ligue 1 McDonald's
CategoryProfessional Football Competition
Description

France's top-tier professional football league operated by the LFP, contested annually by professional clubs and serving as the league's flagship sporting competition.

3Ligue 2 BKT
CategoryProfessional Football Competition
Description

France's second-tier professional football league operated by the LFP, contested annually by professional clubs and serving as the second division of French professional football.

4Broadcast and Media Rights Licensing
CategoryMedia Rights Licensing
Description

Licensing of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 broadcast and media rights to television broadcasters, telecom operators, and international distributors, generating licensing and royalty revenue for LFP Media.

Scale indicator3 records

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Type, Value, Description, Source

Partnership4 partners
1IAGE Laboratory
Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2026-06-26
Description

LFP and IAGE, an expert in environmental microbiology, partnered to support Ligue 1 McDonald's and Ligue 2 BKT clubs in preventing turf diseases and transitioning to pesticide-free pitches ('zéro phyto'). The program includes biological diagnostics across 18 club stadiums and 6 pilot training centers, using molecular biology technologies to identify pathogens weeks before symptoms appear.

2Spliiit
Strategic tierMinorTypeOthersAnnounced on2026-04-22
Description

The French platform Spliiit, which facilitates subscription sharing between individuals, was condemned by the Paris Judicial Court for counterfeiting and violation of the Ligue 1+ trademark. The court ordered Spliiit to immediately cease using the Ligue 1+ trademark and remove all account sharing offers under penalty of €300 per day delay.

3Camb.ai
Strategic tierCoreTypeTechnology or IntegrationAnnounced on2026-01-08
Description

Ligue de Football Professionnel partnered with AI translation startup Camb.ai to deliver the first AI-dubbed live commentary for a European football match. The Italian-language viewing option was available on Ligue 1+ for the Trophée des Champions between PSG and OM. Camb.ai had been working with LFP for nearly a year following background tests of the technology, previously executing similar live-translated streams for MLS Next Pro and NASCAR.

4Mon Petit Gazon
Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2022-10-12
Description

LFP announced integration of Mon Petit Gazon, a key French gaming and Fantasy Football platform, into its digital ecosystem as a strategic partnership. The agreement aims to digitize audience engagement, offer innovative content to fans, and strengthen the visibility of French football.

Recent move7 records

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Expansion highlight6 records

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Competitive moat5 records

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Key risks6 records

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Key highlights6 records

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Named customers6 records

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Segment2 records

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Ideal customer profile3 records

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Profile, Firmographic size, Sales motion, Sales cycle length, Buying structure, Purchase trigger, Buyer persona, Geography, Industry vertical, Primary use case, Description, Pain points, Evidence proof points, Target buyer

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Has app

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Profiles2 records

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Ligue de Football Professionnel

Professional Football League Operations and Media Rightslfp.fr

Ligue de Football Professionnel firmographics

Firmographics
Name
Ligue de Football Professionnel
Legal name
Ligue de Football Professionnel
Website
https://lfp.fr
Company type
Private
Founded year
1900
Operating status
Operating
Headcount range
51–100 employees
Ownership category
akta.pro rank

Ligue de Football Professionnel industry classification

Industry
Product category
Professional Football League Operations and Media Rights
NAICS
Spectator Sports (71121), Media Streaming Distribution Services, Social Networks, and Other Media Networks and Content Providers (51621), Sports Teams and Clubs (711211)
SIC
Television Broadcasting Stations (4833), Services-Advertising (7310)
akta.pro primary industry
Association Football (Soccer) Leagues (MPAKAAAA)
akta.pro secondary industries
Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) Sports Streaming Platforms (MPAKAOAA), National Governing Bodies (NGBs) (MPAKAFAC), Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) Network/Studio Streaming Channels (MPABAHAG)

Keywords

  • Professional football league
  • Sports media rights
  • Football streaming platform
  • Competition management
  • Sports broadcasting

Where Ligue de Football Professionnel is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city
Paris
HQ country
France
HQ region
Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

Ligue de Football Professionnel business model

Business model
GTM type
B2B and B2C
Offering type
Services
Cost components
Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

  1. Direct-to-Consumer Streaming Subscriptions: Ligue 1+ generates revenue through monthly and annual subscription plans for fans watching Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches, as well as original documentary and magazine content. The platform replaced the previous DAZN distribution agreement which was terminated due to financial and strategic disagreements.
  2. Media Rights: LFP Media collects revenue from the sale of broadcast and media rights for Ligue 1 matches. The failed bid for 2026 and 2030 FIFA World Cup rights (won by BeIN Sports for ~€40 million) illustrates the importance of media rights to the league's revenue strategy.
  3. Sponsorship and Advertising: The league generates sponsorship revenue through naming rights for its competitions (e.g., Ligue 1 McDonald's, Ligue 2 BKT) and branded content integrated into the Ligue 1+ platform.

Pricing tiers

ModelBillingPrice
SubscriptionMulti-year contractStandard subscription with commitment
SubscriptionMonthlyStandard subscription without commitment
SubscriptionMonthlyYouth discount — under 26 years

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Ligue de Football Professionnel product offering

Product offering

Core offering

The Ligue de Football Professionnel (LFP) is the governing body for professional football in France, organizing and managing Ligue 1 McDonald's and Ligue 2 BKT competitions. It also operates Ligue 1+, a direct-to-consumer (DTC) streaming platform launched on August 15, 2025, broadcasting 8 out of 9 Ligue 1 matches each weekend, along with original documentary content and editorial programming. The organization licenses broadcast rights and generates sponsorship revenue from naming-rights partners (McDonald's, BKT).

Product overview

Ligue de Football Professionnel (LFP) manages France's top two professional football leagues (Ligue 1 McDonald's and Ligue 2 BKT) and operates Ligue 1+, a direct-to-consumer streaming platform launched in August 2025. The portfolio includes the core football competitions plus a digital streaming product that broadcasts live matches, with the 1TEAM program covering social responsibility initiatives across clubs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

  • Ligue 1 McDonald's: Top-tier professional football league in France, sponsored by McDonald's
  • Ligue 2 BKT
  • Ligue 1+
  • 1TEAM
  • iSphere Media

Products and services

  • Ligue 1+ Direct-to-consumer streaming platform offering live Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches, original documentaries, expert pre-match analysis, and behind-the-scenes club content, targeting individual football fans domestically and internationally.
  • Ligue 1 McDonald's France's top-tier professional football league operated by the LFP, contested annually by professional clubs and serving as the league's flagship sporting competition.
  • Ligue 2 BKT France's second-tier professional football league operated by the LFP, contested annually by professional clubs and serving as the second division of French professional football.
  • Broadcast and Media Rights Licensing Licensing of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 broadcast and media rights to television broadcasters, telecom operators, and international distributors, generating licensing and royalty revenue for LFP Media.

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Named customers6 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Ligue de Football Professionnel technology and API

Technology

Technology focussed Yes

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API docs
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App detail

AI capability4 records

Feature1 record

Ligue de Football Professionnel partnerships and signals

Strategic signal

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

  • IAGE LaboratoryminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 June 2026LFP and IAGE, an expert in environmental microbiology, partnered to support Ligue 1 McDonald's and Ligue 2 BKT clubs in preventing turf diseases and transitioning to pesticide-free pitches ('zéro phyto'). The program includes biological diagnostics across 18 club stadiums and 6 pilot training centers, using molecular biology technologies to identify pathogens weeks before symptoms appear.
  • SpliiitminorOthers · 22 April 2026The French platform Spliiit, which facilitates subscription sharing between individuals, was condemned by the Paris Judicial Court for counterfeiting and violation of the Ligue 1+ trademark. The court ordered Spliiit to immediately cease using the Ligue 1+ trademark and remove all account sharing offers under penalty of €300 per day delay.
  • Camb.aicoreTechnology or Integration · 8 January 2026Ligue de Football Professionnel partnered with AI translation startup Camb.ai to deliver the first AI-dubbed live commentary for a European football match. The Italian-language viewing option was available on Ligue 1+ for the Trophée des Champions between PSG and OM. Camb.ai had been working with LFP for nearly a year following background tests of the technology, previously executing similar live-translated streams for MLS Next Pro and NASCAR.
  • Mon Petit GazonminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 October 2022LFP announced integration of Mon Petit Gazon, a key French gaming and Fantasy Football platform, into its digital ecosystem as a strategic partnership. The agreement aims to digitize audience engagement, offer innovative content to fans, and strengthen the visibility of French football.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Ligue de Football Professionnel competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

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Ligue de Football Professionnel social profiles

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Ligue de Football Professionnel leadership team

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Profiles2 records

Ligue de Football Professionnel subsidiaries and ownership

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Subsidiaries1 record

Ligue de Football Professionnel funding detail

Funding detail

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Ligue de Football Professionnel M&A and investment

M&A and investment

M&A1 record

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Ligue de Football Professionnel

What does Ligue de Football Professionnel do?

The Ligue de Football Professionnel (LFP) is the governing body for professional football in France, organizing and managing Ligue 1 McDonald's and Ligue 2 BKT competitions. It also operates Ligue 1+, a direct-to-consumer (DTC) streaming platform launched on August 15, 2025, broadcasting 8 out of 9 Ligue 1 matches each weekend, along with original documentary content and editorial programming. The organization licenses broadcast rights and generates sponsorship revenue from naming-rights partners (McDonald's, BKT).

Is Ligue de Football Professionnel a public or private company?

Ligue de Football Professionnel is a private company. It is classified as private equity controlled and is currently operating.

When was Ligue de Football Professionnel founded?

Ligue de Football Professionnel was founded in 1900. It employs 51 to 100 people.

Where is Ligue de Football Professionnel based?

Ligue de Football Professionnel is headquartered in Paris, France, in the Europe region.

How does Ligue de Football Professionnel make money?

Three revenue lines are on record. Direct-to-Consumer Streaming Subscriptions are the primary driver. The others are media Rights and sponsorship and Advertising.

Does Ligue de Football Professionnel have an API?

No public API is recorded for Ligue de Football Professionnel.

What industry is Ligue de Football Professionnel in?

Ligue de Football Professionnel's product category is Professional Football League Operations and Media Rights. Its primary akta.pro industry code is MPAKAAAA, Association Football (Soccer) Leagues, with a secondary code of MPAKAOAA, Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) Sports Streaming Platforms. Its NAICS code is 71121 and its SIC code is 4833.

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Le Monde.frLes femmes tentent de se faire une place dans les stades de football, lieux « conçus et dirigés par des hommes »Women make up 18% of the audience at French Ligue 1 stadiums, up from 11% in 2013, but still half the share of women interested in football. The Ligue de football professionnel cites an Ipsos BVA study, and supporters like Léa Sadys say many women avoid evening matches due to safety concerns.AmbitoEl ojo de halcón del fútbol: qué es Football Video Support y cómo funcionaFIFA is testing Football Video Support, a lower-cost video review system for federations, in Ligue 3 of France, which became the first professional men's competition to use it. The system lets coaches request reviews of goals, penalties, red cards and identity errors, with two cards per team and a third added in stoppage time.BBCParis St-Germain move game after heat damages Parc des Princes pitchParis St-Germain has relocated its opening Ligue 1 match against Rennes to Brittany after extreme summer heatwaves severely damaged the pitch at the Parc des Princes. The Ligue de Football Professionnel determined that playing conditions were unsafe for players, prompting PSG to replace the turf before their next home fixture against Monaco in September.Les EchosLa Ligue de football professionnel a trouvé un successeur à Nicolas de TavernostThe Ligue de football professionnel (LFP) has designated Olivier Bramly as the successor to Nicolas de Tavernost as head of LFP Media, the body governing French professional football. Bramly, a former executive at media groups Fox and Eurosport, was appointed unanimously and the decision was validated by club representatives and CVC Capital, which holds a 13% stake in LFP Media. The appointment comes after a reportedly difficult search for the ideal candidate, with the contract yet to be formally signed.FuturismA New Type of Gambling Scandal Is Sweeping Through SportsIvory Coast soccer player Elye Wahi, who plays for French Ligue 1 side Nice, was arrested before the World Cup on alleged spot-fixing offences after the Ligue de Football Professionnel (LFP) received notifications of suspicious betting patterns related to him receiving a yellow card during a match. Spot-fixing, the practice of deliberately manipulating smaller, less consequential events in a game to monetize bets on sports betting apps or prediction markets, is being observed across sports globally according to integrity experts. The rise of prediction markets like Polymarket and Kalshi has catalyzed this trend by enabling hyper-specific micro-bets that are harder to detect and subject to less regulatory scrutiny than traditional bookmakers.YahooCanada midfielder Ismaël Koné stretchered off with serious injuryIvory Coast forward Elye Wahi was arrested by French police on May 29 for alleged spot-fixing during a Ligue 1 match between his team Nice and Metz on May 17, after suspicious betting patterns emerged around him receiving a yellow card. Wahi's visa to Canada has been denied, preventing him from playing in Ivory Coast's second World Cup match against Germany on Saturday in Toronto. The Ligue de Football Professionnel (LFP) initiated the investigation after noticing bets placed on the yellow card outcome, though Wahi has yet to be charged with a crime.Punch NewspapersIvory Coast World Cup star Wahi under French police probe for spot-fixing – ReportIvory Coast striker Elye Wahi was arrested by French police on May 29 and questioned as part of an investigation into alleged spot-fixing during a Ligue 1 match between Nice and Metz on May 17, with authorities examining suspicious betting patterns linked to wagers placed on him receiving a yellow card. The 23-year-old was released after questioning, with the Marseille public prosecutor's office confirming investigations are ongoing for organized fraud, sports corruption, and money laundering. Despite the ongoing investigation, Wahi was included in Ivory Coast's 2026 World Cup squad and played 55 minutes in their 1-0 victory over Ecuador, while the Ligue de Football Professionnel confirmed it is also looking into the matter.Gadgets 360FIFA World Cup 2026 Star Elye Wahi Faces Probe Over Match-Fixing Allegations In France: ReportIvory Coast international Elye Wahi was arrested by French anti-corruption police on May 29, less than two weeks before the 2026 FIFA World Cup, on suspicion of deliberately receiving a yellow card in a Ligue 1 match against FC Metz on May 17 while playing for OGC Nice. The investigation was triggered after the Ligue de Football Professionnel flagged suspicious betting patterns linked to the booking, with the Marseille public prosecutor's office confirming the player is under active investigation for organised fraud, sports corruption, and money laundering. Wahi, who has not been charged, travelled to the United States for the World Cup and started in Ivory Coast's 1-0 win over Ecuador in Philadelphia, with their next Group E fixture against Germany scheduled in Toronto.Gadgets 360FIFA World Cup 2026 Star Elye Wahi Faces Probe Over Match-Fixing Allegations In France: ReportIvory Coast footballer Elye Wahi, currently featuring at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, was arrested by French police on May 29 on suspicion of match-fixing while playing for Ligue 1 club OGC Nice. The investigation centers on allegations that Wahi deliberately received a yellow card during a match against FC Metz on May 17, with suspicious betting patterns triggering the Ligue de Football Professionnel to flag the incident to authorities. Wahi has been released without charges and continues to compete in the World Cup, having started in Ivory Coast's 1-0 win over Ecuador in Philadelphia.The TribuneIvory Coast's Elye Wahi faces probe over alleged fixing before FIFA World Cup 2026 campaignIvory Coast footballer Elye Wahi was arrested by French police on May 29 as part of an investigation into alleged match-fixing while playing for OGC Nice, with suspicions centered on whether he deliberately received a yellow card in a Ligue 1 match against FC Metz on May 17 to trigger unusual betting patterns. The Ligue de Football Professionnel flagged the suspicious activity after Wahi accumulated the yellow card in the 35th minute, leading to his subsequent suspension before a playoff match, and he was later arrested by anti-corruption police despite scoring twice in that playoff. Wahi, who switched international allegiance to Ivory Coast earlier this year, has traveled to the United States for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and started in Ivory Coast's opening match against Ecuador, with the investigation remaining ongoing and no charges filed.