Lyon sit just one point behind PSG in astonishing long‑term Ligue 1 tally

Olympique Lyonnais sit a solitary point behind Paris Saint-Germain after a nine‑month stretch of Ligue 1 matches, a gap highlighted by a statistic that spans from the start of the 2026 calendar year to mid‑December. Paulo Fonseca’s side have amassed 44 points from 13 wins, five draws and five defeats, while PSG sit on 48 points.

Early season form fuels the chase

After five rounds, Lyon sit second with 11 points and remain unbeaten, a strong start that underpins their current position. The club’s unbeaten run includes eight home victories this year, two draws and two defeats, the best home record in Ligue 1 since the year began.

Comparisons with last season

Last season Lyon finished fourth with 60 points, trailing PSG, Lens and Lille. Since January, however, their points‑per‑game rate mirrors that of the league’s traditional powerhouses, underscoring a continuity of performance that defies the previous year’s standing.

The Groupama Stadium has been pivotal, with Lyon securing eight home wins in 2026, a feat unmatched by any other Ligue 1 club in the same period. This domestic dominance was evident in a 4‑0 victory over Rennes, which propelled Lyon back to second place.

What lies ahead

Although the comparison blends the latter half of the 2025‑26 campaign with the current season, it offers a clear picture of Lyon’s sustained quality. With several matchdays remaining before the year’s end, Lyon can still close the one‑point gap on PSG.

The final Ligue 1 round of 2026 is scheduled for the weekend of 13 December, featuring a Lyon‑Marseille clash at the Groupama Stadium. A win could see Lyon finish the calendar year as the team with the most points, a scenario that seemed unlikely just months ago.