Paris FC’s promotion to Ligue 1 is indeed true! They secured a 1-1 draw against Martigues on Friday, May 2, 2025, earning them a spot in France’s top-flight league for the 2025-26 season. This marks a significant return for Paris FC, as they’ll be playing in Ligue 1 for the first time in 46 years.
Paris FC’s new stadium, Stade Jean Bouin, is remarkably close to Paris Saint-Germain’s home ground, Parc des Princes, with a distance of just 30 meters between them. This proximity means that players and fans would only need to cross the street to switch between stadiums. Stade Jean Bouin is adjacent to Parc des Princes, and both stadiums are located in the 16th arrondissement of Paris.
Stade Jean Bouin is currently undergoing modifications to accommodate football matches, and its tenants include Stade Français (rugby) and Paris FC (football). While the exact capacity of Stade Jean Bouin is not specified, Parc des Princes has a seating capacity of 48,229 and is home to Paris Saint-Germain (football).
The close proximity of the two stadiums could lead to logistical challenges, particularly with regards to PSG’s specific security requirements. To manage this, authorities have suggested scheduling Stade Français and Paris FC games on the same weekend at Jean Bouin.
This would allow PSG to have the area to themselves as often as possible, minimizing potential conflicts and security concerns.By scheduling matches in this way, the authorities aim to mitigate any potential issues arising from the close proximity of the two stadiums. This arrangement would enable PSG to maintain its security protocols while also allowing Paris FC and Stade Français to use Stade Jean Bouin for their matches.
