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Very good news for France on the UEFA index

France is giving itself a little breathing space in 5th place in the UEFA index at the end of a

Published: Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 5:29 AM
Very good news for France on the UEFA index
Key Things to Know
  • France extended its lead over Portugal in fifth place in the UEFA coefficient rankings to 3.746 points.
  • French clubs registered four wins and three defeats across the Champions League, Europa League, and Conference League.
  • Paris Saint-Germain defeated Manchester City 4-2 away to highlight France's European matchweek.
The Story in 60 Seconds

France improved its position in fifth place in the UEFA coefficient rankings after securing four wins and three defeats across European competitions this week. A standout 4-2 victory by Paris Saint-Germain over Manchester City was supported by wins for Olympique Lyonnais, Stade Rennais, and AS Monaco, despite losses for Lens, Lille, and Marseille.

The results widened France's lead over sixth-placed Portugal to 3.746 points, reaching a total of 70.296 points. Maintaining fifth spot remains critical for Ligue 1, as it guarantees seven European qualification places for the 2028-2029 season, including three direct entries into the UEFA Champions League.

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