Olympique Marseille can still mathematically retain their Ligue 1 title but their home game against Valenciennes is likely to give them the opportunity to secure second spot that will guarantee them a participation in the Champions League's group stage.
"Lille are almost sure to be champions so congratulations to them. But there are still two matches to be played, including Saturday's, that should secure us a participation in the Champions League," coach Didier Deschamps told reporters.
"It could happen as soon as possible," Marseille said on their website. "It could be as soon as Monday depending on this weekend's results."
Lyon defender Dejan Lovren and Nice defender Renato Civelli had their season ended by the French league (LFP) after the LFP's disciplinary committee handed them a three-match ban.
Supporters groups have called on for a boycott of RC Lens's final home game against Arles-Avignon in a sign of protest against their relegated team.
"The determination and the indulgence of the Lens fans...has not been rewarded," Red Tigers, Kop Sang et Or, North Devils, Galiboys, 12 Lensois and Bollaert Boys said in a statement.
