This inaugural leg of the two-match playoff series holds immense significance, determining which club will secure a coveted spot in Ligue 1 or face relegation to Ligue 2. Following a revised schedule due to the Coupe de France final, AS Saint-Étienne (ASSE) welcomes OGC Nice to their home ground, Stade Geoffroy-Guichard, this Tuesday, May 26, 2026.
In a significant development, an official decree from the Interior Ministry, led by Laurent Nunez, has been issued, imposing a ban on the travel of Nice football club supporters for this fixture.
Broadcast details: Ligue 1 + and beIN Sports
The match is scheduled to kick off at 8:45 PM. Fans can tune in to watch the live action on both the Ligue 1 + channel and BeIn Sports.
For the eighth occasion this season, the legendary ‘Chaudron’ stadium is completely sold out for this pivotal encounter. Despite earlier uncertainties, Ben Old has been confirmed as part of the 22-player squad for the home side, Les Verts. Conversely, Nice will be without their forward, Elye Wahi, who is unavailable for the match.