How to watch the first leg of the Saint-Étienne vs Nice playoff match

Tonight’s clash promises to be electric as two French football titans battle for a single spot in next season’s Ligue 1. Fresh off a heartbreaking Coupe de France final loss, Nice travels to Saint-Étienne’s formidable Geoffroy-Guichard Stadium, known as the Chaudron, for the first leg of their playoff tie.

Both clubs have undergone managerial changes this season, bringing in experienced coaches to steer them toward promotion. Philippe Montanier, tasked with guiding Saint-Étienne back to the top flight, faces a critical two-match test against Nice, who are missing striker Elye Wahi due to suspension.

When does the Saint-Étienne vs Nice playoff first leg kick off?

The opening match is scheduled for Tuesday, May 26, with the whistle blowing at exactly 8:45 PM. Team selections remain uncertain after the Ligue de Football Professionnel rescheduled the playoffs due to Nice’s Coupe de France final appearance. The new dates fall during a demanding international window, complicating squad availability.

Nice is expected to field nearly all their international players for this fixture, though their options may be more limited for the return leg in Nice on Friday, May 29. The second leg will be played behind closed doors following recent crowd troubles at Allianz Riviera, and Nice supporters are banned from traveling to Saint-Étienne for the first leg.

Where to watch the Saint-Étienne vs Nice playoff first leg?

The highly anticipated clash will be broadcast live on both Ligue 1+ and beIN Sports, starting at 8:45 PM. For those on the move, the match will also be available as a live radio broadcast on RMC Sport’s airwaves and digital platforms, ensuring fans don’t miss a moment of the action.