Ligue 1, commonly known as French Ligue 1 and branded for sponsorship as Ligue 1 McDonald’s, is the top-tier men's professional football league in France organized by the Ligue de Football Professionnel (LFP). Founded in 1932, it features 20 clubs competing from August to May, including renowned teams like Paris Saint-Germain and Olympique Marseille. Recognized as one of Europe’s top five domestic leagues, Ligue 1 offers qualification spots for UEFA Champions League and Europa League competitions.