The French top flight is shaping up to be one of the most closely contested seasons in recent memory, with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) leading the way at the top of the table. However, there is plenty of action below them as two fierce rivals – Lille and Monaco – battle it out for a place in Europe's elite club competition.
Lille have been on a sensational run of form this season, winning eight of their last nine matches to climb into second position in the standings. The Nord-Pas-de-Calais outfit have been particularly impressive under new manager Christophe Galtier, who has injected fresh energy and creativity into the squad.
Meanwhile, Monaco have also had a fantastic campaign so far, sitting just behind PSG in third place. The Principality side have been clinical in front of goal, scoring 24 goals in their last six matches, and they will be determined to secure a Champions League spot come the end of the season.
As the race for European football continues to intensify, both Lille and Monaco will be looking to keep pushing forward and secure a place in the competition. With such strong performances from both sides, it looks like we could see some exciting games throughout the rest of the season. It remains to be seen which team will ultimately claim the title, but one thing is certain: the French top flight is set to produce another thrilling campaign.