Paris FC midfielder Maxime Lopez has explicitly stated the club's European ambition following their 3-2 victory at the Stade Vélodrome against Olympique de Marseille. The Parisian club, who finished eleventh last season, now provisionally sits on the Ligue 1 podium after three matchdays, as reported by RMC Sport Football this week.
Paris FC currently stands second in the league with seven points, just two points behind leaders Monaco. This standing reinforces the comments from Maxime Lopez, who stated, "The goal for the season would be to be in Europe." Liam Rosenior's team has scored six goals and conceded only two, boasting a positive goal difference of four.
What is Paris FC's European ambition?
Maxime Lopez, the 28-year-old midfielder, is not satisfied with merely a good start. He is targeting qualification for the Europa League or the Conference League, should the Champions League prove out of reach. "You have to dream a little but let's stay realistic, we know Ligue 1, it's a league where every match is tough," he cautioned. This ambition marks a significant leap forward from an eleventh-place finish in 2025-2026.
The current run of two wins and a draw gives credence to this objective. The win in Marseille, a rare result for any team, has injected great confidence into the squad. Supporters can track this European pursuit on our standings page.
What is the current sporting situation?
The squad must manage a few absences to maintain this momentum. Emmanuel Mbemba, Nhoa Sangui, and Otávio are currently sidelined, testing the team's depth. Despite this, the defense held firm against Marseille's late pressure.
The team's recent form is excellent, with a sequence of win, win, draw (WWD). This collective solidity will be essential for the challenges ahead. The full list of available players can be found in the squad section.
What are the upcoming challenges?
The schedule offers no respite. Paris FC will host Olympique Lyonnais on September 12, 2026, for the fourth matchday. Lyon currently sits in third place, promising a direct clash at the top of the table.
Following that, the team will travel to face RC Strasbourg. These two matches in one week will be important in determining if the club can remain in the upper echelons of the standings. The complete fixture list is available in our fixtures.
The victory in Marseille laid a solid foundation, but the work is just beginning for Liam Rosenior and his men. Paris FC hosts Lyon at home next Saturday.
