Troyes secured the Ligue 2 title and automatic promotion to Ligue 1 with 67 points from 34 matches, finishing well clear after a strong campaign that included the best goal difference in the division. Le Mans earned the second direct promotion spot on 62 points, completing a rapid rise through consistent results and defensive solidity. Saint-Étienne sits third on 60 points and advances to the promotion play-offs, where a two-legged tie against Nice will decide their top-flight return. Red Star and Rodez round out the top five but fall short of automatic spots, highlighting the tight battle for the final promotion places in the closing weeks of the regular season.