Red Star vs Rodez: when and where to watch the Ligue 1 promotion playoff
The Red Star, currently fourth in Ligue 2, faces a crucial challenge in the promotion playoffs to secure a spot in Ligue 1. The team from Île-de-France kicks off its campaign against Rodez on Tuesday, May 12, with everything to play for.
Key details for the match
The highly anticipated showdown between Red Star and Rodez is scheduled for 8:30 PM local time. Football fans can catch the action live on beIN Sports 1, where all the drama of the Ligue 2 promotion playoffs will unfold.
What’s at stake for both teams?
For the Red Star, this match represents a golden opportunity to edge closer to the top tier of French football. After finishing fourth in the regular Ligue 2 season, the club must now navigate the playoffs, which could involve up to four high-stakes matches within two weeks. Their recent form has been encouraging, with five wins in their last eight outings, but Rodez poses a tough test.
« Rodez has been in strong form in the second half of the season, » noted head coach Grégory Poirier. « They are a tough team to play against, with a lot of quality and a high work rate. » A victory would set up a potential clash with Saint-Étienne, followed by a two-legged final against the Ligue 1 team placed 16th.
How to follow the play-offs
- Match date: Tuesday, May 12
- Kick-off time: 8:30 PM
- Broadcast channel: beIN Sports 1
- Venue: Red Star’s home ground
Football enthusiasts are advised to tune in early to avoid missing any of the action as the Red Star fights for a historic promotion.
