The Paris FC, a French historical club, experienced a tumultuous trajectory marked by successive mergers and revivals, notably with Saint-Germain and the Racing Club de France. After a period in Division 1 in the 1970s, the club had to leave the DH, gradually moving up the ranks to stabilize in National in the 2000s. He then found Ligue 2 from 2015, gradually becoming a leading team. The arrival of the Aarnault family and the Red Bull group in autumn 2024 marked a new era, pushing the club towards excellence. The previous season, Paris FC finished in second place in Ligue 2, ensuring its return to the elite of French football after 46 years of absence. The club pursued an active recruitment policy during the summer, reinforcing all the lines with players such as Trapp, Otavio, Sangui and De Smet, with a view to settling into Ligue 1 and aiming for Europe.

The current Paris FC team is composed of talented and experienced players, such as Ilaan Kebbale, a Franco-Algérien offensive, who scored many goals during his first seasons in Ligue 1. Coach Stéphane Gili, known for his rigorous human and tactical approach, managed to get the club up to Ligue 1 and continues to implement a video analysis strategy. The last three games demonstrate the team’s determination, with mixed results but encouraging performances. The club is currently in 15th place in the rankings, with a clear objective: to win a long time in Ligue 1 while developing its training centre.

The next match of the season between Brest and Rennes will be arbitrated by Bastien Dechepy, an experienced referee of Ligue 1. He was assisted by Julien Haulbert and Christophe Mouysset, with Mickaël Leleu as alternate arbitrator. Eric Wattellier and Maika Vanderstichel will provide the VAR. The Paris FC started the championship with two travelling losses, but then won its first home game against Metz. The club is ambitious and relies on the support of its new owners to continue its progress and achieve its long-term goals.