The 2025–26 season is underway for Lille OSC, marking their 82nd year in club history and 26th consecutive campaign in Ligue 1. The club is set to compete in the domestic league, the Coupe de France, and the UEFA Europa League this season[1].
Pre-season and upcoming friendlies:
- July 8, 2024: Friendly vs. Jong KAA Gent in Camphin-en-Pévèle
- July 12, 2024: Friendly vs. Amiens in Camphin-en-Pévèle
- August 9, 2025: Friendly vs. West Ham United in London
These matches serve as preparation for the official competitions, providing opportunities for new signings and returning loan players to impress the coaching staff[1].
Transfer news:
- Notable arrivals include Marius Broholm (from Rosenborg, €6M), Arnaud Bodart (from Metz, free agent), and veteran striker Olivier Giroud (from LAFC, free agent). Several players—Mohamed Bayo, Andrej Ilic, Ugo Raghouber, Alan Virginius, Tiago Morais, Rafael Fernandes, and Vincent Burlet—have returned from loan spells[2].
- High-profile departures announced on June 30, 2025, feature Samuel Umtiti, Angel Gomes, and Remy Cabella, all leaving as free agents[2].
- Additional winter 2025 moves included striker Chuba Akpom (loaned from Ajax) and goalkeeper Adam Jakubech moving to MFK Zemplin Michalovce. Jonathan David, a key forward, was also reported to be leaving, with several top European clubs expressing interest in the Canadian international[4].
Kit news:
New Balance unveiled Lille’s 2025/26 away kit on July 2, 2025. The design features an Angora base with Team Red and Navy metallic gradients on the crest and logos, paired with matching shorts and socks. The kit incorporates NB Dry technology and is available for purchase from July 3[3].
Coaching and venue: Lille’s current coach is Bruno Genesio, and home matches are played at the Decathlon Arena–Stade Pierre-Mauroy[2].
Lille OSC profile: Founded in 1944, Lille has built a reputation for developing young talent and remains one of France’s competitive top-tier teams, with consistent participation in domestic and European competitions[5].