Trophée des Champions: The Prestigious French Football Competition
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The History of Trophée des Champions
Trophée des Champions, also known as the French Super Cup, is an annual football competition held in France. It was first established in 1949 and has since become one of the most prestigious events in French football.
The competition is organized by the Ligue de Football Professionnel (LFP) and brings together the winners of Ligue 1 (the top division of French football) and Coupe de France (the national cup competition). It is typically held in August before the start of the new season.
How Does Trophée des Champions Work?
The format of Trophée des Champions has changed over the years, but currently, it is a single match played between the winners of Ligue 1 and Coupe de France. If one team wins both competitions, they will face off against the runner-up of Coupe de France.
The venue for this match changes every year, with different cities bidding to host it. The winning team earns a spot in UEFA’s Europa League for that season.
The Most Memorable Moments in Trophée des Champions History
Throughout its long history, Trophée des Champions has seen some unforgettable moments. Here are just a few of them:
– In 1968, Saint-Etienne and Marseille faced off in the first-ever Trophée des Champions match. Saint-Etienne won 6-5 on penalties after a 1-1 draw.
– In 1985, Bordeaux’s goalkeeper Dominique Dropsy scored the winning goal against Paris Saint-Germain, becoming the first goalkeeper to score in a French Super Cup match.
– In 2017, PSG and Monaco met in the competition for the first time since 1997. The match ended with an impressive 4-0 win for PSG.
The Evolution of Trophée des Champions
Over the years, there have been several changes to the format and rules of Trophée des Champions. Initially known as Challenge des champions (Champions’ Challenge), it was played between the winners of Ligue 1 and Coupe de France until it was discontinued in 1995.
In 1996, it was revived under its current name with a new format involving only two teams. Before that, it had included four teams – the top two from Ligue 1 and Coupe de France.
In recent years, there have also been changes to how hosting cities are chosen. Previously limited to French cities only, other countries have now been allowed to bid for hosting rights. This has resulted in matches being played outside France twice – once in Canada (2009) and once in Tunisia (2010).
LSI Keywords:
– French Super Cup
– Ligue de Football Professionnel
– Ligue 1
– Coupe de France
– UEFA’s Europa League
– Format changes
– Hosting rights
Pros / Cons
Pros:
– Brings together top teams from Ligue 1 and Coupe de France
– Offers an opportunity for teams to win a trophy before the start of the new season
– Provides a spot in UEFA’s Europa League for the winning team
Cons:
– Format changes may lead to confusion among fans
– Only involves two teams, limiting diversity
FAQ
Q: How many times has Paris Saint-Germain won Trophée des Champions?
A: As of 2021, Paris Saint-Germain has won Trophée des Champions a record-breaking nine times.
Q: Has any team won Trophée des Champions three times in a row?
A: Yes, Olympique Lyonnais achieved this feat from 2002-2004.
Pros / Cons
Pros:
– Allows for diversity in hosting cities and countries
– Increases international exposure for the competition
Cons:
– May take away from the traditional aspect of the competition being held in France only
FAQ
Q: Who has scored the most goals in Trophée des Champions history?
A: Zlatan Ibrahimovic holds the record for most goals scored in a single French Super Cup match (four goals) and is also the top scorer overall with eight goals.
Q: Has any team won Trophée des Champions without winning either Ligue 1 or Coupe de France?
A: No, both competitions must be won to qualify for Trophée des Champions.
