ASSE vs Nice: what you need to know about the Ligue 1 playoff showdown

Following their dramatic penalty shootout victory over Rodez, AS Saint-Étienne have secured their place in the Ligue 1 playoffs. Their opponent in the decisive tie has now been confirmed as OGC Nice, who finished 16th in the top flight this season.

Playoff schedule adjusted due to domestic cup final

The Ligue 1 playoffs have been pushed back by a week following the Coupe de France final between Lens and Nice, which takes place on May 22. This scheduling change affects the traditional playoff calendar.

• First leg: AS Saint-Étienne vs OGC Nice – Tuesday, May 26 at 8:45 PM local time at Stade Geoffroy-Guichard
• Second leg: OGC Nice vs AS Saint-Étienne – Friday, May 29 at 8:45 PM local time at Allianz Riviera

Both matches will be broadcast live on Ligue 1+.

Potential sanctions loom for Nice

OGC Nice faces possible disciplinary action after their match against Metz was abandoned following a pitch invasion by supporters. The league may impose sanctions including potential closed-door matches.