Premiere Ligue Women Round six of the Arkema Ligue Féminine brought both confirmations and breakthroughs.
Olympique Lyonnais maintained their perfect record, PSG and Fleury continued to collect points consistently, and Saint-Étienne finally broke their winless streak. Dijon earned their first victory since matchday two, while Lens remain the only team yet to win this season.
Olympique Marseille 0–0 Strasbourg
After a crushing 1–6 defeat to Paris FC, Marseille needed a reaction and this time they delivered. While their attack still struggled, the defense stayed fully focused for the entire 90 minutes. Strasbourg, who had caused PSG plenty of trouble the week before, once again showed tactical discipline and solidity.
It wasn’t a match full of fireworks, but the draw gives both teams a valuable breather in the battle for survival.
Player of the match: OM goalkeeper – several key saves after the break.
Nantes 1–2 Dijon
Goals: Khelifi 1’ – Terchoun 49’, Declercq 63’
Nantes started perfectly, Lea Khelifi opened the scoring after just one minute, but the hosts couldn’t keep up the pace. Dijon showed determination and turned the match around in the second half thanks to goals from Meriame Terchoun and Léa Declercq.
It’s Dijon’s first win since matchday two, an important boost for both morale and their position in the table. Nantes, meanwhile, wasted a chance to close in on the top half.
Saint-Étienne 4–2 Montpellier
Goals: Corboz 18’, 81’ (pen.), Hornemann 45’, 55’ – Rouquet 13’, 37’, Rochette 90’ (pen.)
The biggest surprise of the round! Saint-Étienne, previously one of the league’s weakest teams, produced their best performance of the season. After two goals from Justine Rouquet gave Montpellier a 0–2 lead, the home side responded with a stunning comeback led by Signe Hornemann and Rachel Corboz. Both scored braces, including a penalty from Corboz, to seal a sensational 4–2 victory.
Montpellier impressed going forward but collapsed defensively.
Paris SG 2–0 Le Havre
Goals: Leuchter 11’, 22’ (pen.)
Once again, PSG showcased their pragmatism and efficiency. Two quick goals from Romée Leuchter in the opening 15 minutes decided the match, and the Parisians calmly controlled the game until the final whistle. Le Havre tried to push after the break but without success.
The capital side keep pace at the top, tied on points with Fleury.
Fleury 91 4–0 Lens
Goals: Laurent 10’, 40’, 70’; Ngock 71’
Emelyne Laurent is in spectacular form, a hat-trick and a display of clinical finishing. Fleury dominated Lens from start to finish, with Monique Ngock adding the fourth goal.
The team from Essonne consolidate their place near the top, while Lens remain the only winless side of the season. The pressure is mounting week by week.
Olympique Lyonnais 1–0 Paris FC
Goal: Chawinga 75’
The match of the round did not disappoint in intensity, though it was more tactical than spectacular. Lyon dominated possession but struggled to turn it into goals. It wasn’t until the 75th minute that Tabitha Chawinga broke through one-on-one to secure the champions’ sixth straight win.
Paris FC fought bravely, but the difference in quality at key moments was evident.
Lyon keep their perfect record, 18 points from 6 games.
Round summary
- Lyon confirm absolute dominance, a perfect record and only two goals conceded.
- PSG and Fleury keep pace with the leader, separated only by goal difference.
- Paris FC drop to fourth after the Lyon defeat but remain in contention for the podium.
- Saint-Étienne finally break through, their attack finally clicked.
- Dijon end a four-match winless streak.
- Lens still without a victory, their situation is becoming increasingly serious.
Conclusion
Matchday six of the Arkema D1 didn’t bring any revolutions, but it clearly outlined the balance of power.
Lyon remain untouchable, PSG and Fleury are building consistency, and Paris FC must respond after their top clash defeat.
In the middle of the table, the battle for stability continues, while at the bottom, teams are fighting for survival.
The 2025/26 season is shaping up to be one of the most competitive, everywhere except at the very top.
