Ligue 1 Betting and Odds at NetBet Sport

Ligue 1 is considered by most to be one of Europe’s top five major leagues. Because of this, Ligue 1 betting is popular as the league has loads of cracking fixtures throughout the campaign, with end-to-end, transitional football making it among the most exciting leagues from a spectator’s point of view.

Although PSG have dominated for the best part of a decade, everything that happens beneath them is very competitive. The likes of Lyon, Lille, Marseille, Monaco, and Lens have a long history of competing in Europe and the battle for the top five places tends to be a tight affair. Here is everything you need to know about the league before starting your Ligue 1 betting journey at NetBet Sport.

History of Ligue 1

Ligue 1 began in 1932 as ‘National’ and consisted of 20 teams. It was intended to bring order to the chaotic French football scene and establish a national championship. During these early years, clubs like Olympique de Marseille and AS Saint-Étienne emerged as dominant forces.

After World War II, Ligue 1 underwent several changes in its format and structure. The league transitioned from regional groups to a single national division. It was at this time that the league was arguably at its most competitive, with six different teams winning the title in successive seasons.

Although PSG are now widely regarded as the biggest team in France and one of the biggest in Europe due to their financial backing, they weren’t actually established until 1970. They claimed their first title in 1986 and a second in 1994, but they largely struggled to compete with French giants Marseille and Lyon.

Marseille won four titles on the spin between 1989-92 and even got their hands on the Champions League trophy in 1993. However, a match-fixing scandal tarnished their success, leading to their relegation to Ligue 2.

The 2010s saw Paris Saint-Germain's resurgence under significant investment from Qatari owners. They secured several Ligue 1 titles and established themselves as a European powerhouse, attracting top-tier talent. To this day they remain the dominant force in French football.

Ligue 1 Betting Tips

We’ve compiled a list of some betting tips to help maximise your betting experience at NetBet Sport.

Research and Stay Informed: Stay updated on the latest news, team information, player injuries, and managerial changes. Understanding the current form of teams and players is crucial for making informed bets.

Analyse Statistics: Look at team and player statistics, such as recent performance, goal-scoring trends, defensive strengths, and head-to-head records. This data can provide insights into potential outcomes.

Home and Away Form: Teams often perform differently at home and away. Analyse their performance statistics in their home stadium versus their performances on the road.

Be Objective: Avoid letting personal biases or emotions influence your betting decisions. Base your bets on data and analysis rather than preferences.

Live Ligue 1 Betting

Live Ligue 1 betting can be a great way to add another layer of excitement to the spectacle of watching a football match. It can also provide plenty of additional Ligue 1 betting opportunities with specific in-play markets and changing Ligue 1 odds.

Live betting allows you to make decisions by taking into account information that you might not previously have had access to before the start of a game. For example, you might be tuning in to watch PSG vs Lyon and see that PSG’s right winger is getting lots of joy in behind. You can react by placing a bet on that player to score or assist the next goal.

Popular Ligue 1 Betting Markets

There are plenty of markets to choose from when betting at NetBet Sport. Here are a few of the most popular with our players:

Match Result (1X2): Betting on the home team to win (1), the match to end in a draw (X), or the away team to win (2).

Over/Under Goals: Betting on whether the total goals scored in the match will be over or under a specified number.

Both Teams to Score (BTTS): Betting on whether both teams will score at least one goal in the match.

First Goalscorer/Anytime Goalscorer: Betting on a specific player to score the first goal of the match or to score at any point during the match.

Total Cards: Betting on the total number of yellow and red cards shown in the match.

Draw No Bet (DNB): Betting on the outcome of the match, excluding the possibility of a draw. If the match ends in a draw, the bet is void and the stake is returned.