Ligue 1 Week 18 features PSG and Monaco in key fixtures
Ligue 1 Week 18 features PSG and Monaco in key fixtures

Ligue 1 Matchday 18 brings a busy winter slate featuring Paris Saint-Germain and Monaco as the title race takes shape.
Below is a complete, easy-to-follow guide to the Week 18 schedule, including kickoff times in GMT and US time, short match predictions, and a clear TV and streaming schedule for international viewers.

When Is Ligue 1 Matchday 18?

  • Matchday: Week 18

  • Period: Early January

  • Time zones shown: GMT & US Eastern Time (ET)

This round traditionally marks the first full Ligue 1 weekend of the new year, making it crucial in the title and European qualification races.

Headline Fixtures: PSG & Monaco

Paris Saint-Germain vs Paris FC

  • Kickoff:

    • 7:45 PM GMT

    • 2:45 PM ET

  • Venue: Parc des Princes

Prediction: PSG win
PSG enter Matchday 18 as strong favorites. With superior squad depth and home advantage, they are expected to control possession and create chances consistently. Paris FC’s compact approach may slow the tempo early, but PSG’s quality usually tells in the second half.

AS Monaco vs Lyon

  • Kickoff:

    • 8:00 PM GMT

    • 3:00 PM ET

  • Venue: Stade Louis II

Prediction: Monaco win or draw
Monaco’s pace in transition and strong home form give them a slight edge. Lyon’s experience keeps this competitive, but Monaco’s attacking width could be decisive.

Full Ligue 1 Week 18 Fixture List

(Kickoff times shown in GMT / ET)

  • Marseille vs Nantes – 2:00 PM / 9:00 AM

  • Lorient vs Metz – 4:15 PM / 11:15 AM

  • Brest vs Auxerre – 4:15 PM / 11:15 AM

  • Le Havre vs Angers – 4:15 PM / 11:15 AM

  • PSG vs Paris FC – 7:45 PM / 2:45 PM

  • Monaco vs Lyon – 8:00 PM / 3:00 PM

  • Additional fixtures complete the 10-match round across Saturday and Sunday

(Exact kickoff assignments may shift slightly depending on broadcast selection.)

Ligue 1 Matchday 18 TV & Streaming Schedule (USA)

In the United States, Ligue 1 is broadcast exclusively by beIN SPORTS.

Main Viewing Options

  • beIN SPORTS (TV channel)

  • beIN SPORTS Connect – https://connect.beinsports.com

  • Fubo – https://www.fubo.tv

  • Fanatiz – https://www.fanatiz.com

Most Matchday 18 fixtures, including PSG and Monaco, are scheduled for live US coverage with English and Spanish commentary.

What to Watch For in Matchday 18

  • PSG’s title control: Matches like this are about maintaining momentum, not just winning.

  • Monaco’s consistency: Home performances often define their season trajectory.

  • European race pressure: Marseille, Monaco, and Lyon all treat Week 18 as a tone-setter for the second half of the campaign.

Why Matchday 18 Matters

Historically, teams leading after Matchday 18:

  • Finish in the top three more than half the time

  • Gain psychological advantage heading into the winter stretch

For PSG, it is about authority. For Monaco, it is about proving sustainability.

Final Thoughts

Ligue 1 Matchday 18 sets the tone for the second half of the season, with PSG and Monaco both facing matches that test focus rather than reputation. For international fans, especially in the US, centralized coverage on beIN SPORTS makes this one of the easiest matchdays to follow live.

As always, checking final TV listings close to kickoff ensures you do not miss any late scheduling changes.