Lille win first league title since 1954

French Ligue 1 Thropy

It was 57 years, Lille did not win the French ligue 1. Finally drought was ended by them to complete their fantastic performances this season. Previously they became champion in 1946 and 1954.

They claimed their first Ligue 1 title since 1954 as well as a league and cup double with a 2-2 draw at Paris Saint-Germain on Saturday (5/21/2011).

Lille have 73 points with one match left and enjoy an unassailable six-point lead over second placed Olympique Marseille, who also drew 2-2 at home to strugglers Valenciennes.

This is a sweet end for Lille, who this season was so powerful with their young squad. They became the most productive team with 65 goals and the most solid defense with only 34 goals conceded.

There are young players in midfield Eden Hazard, Aidil Ramy at the back and Moussa Sow on the front lines who have scored 22 goals and chance to be top scorer this season.

More excellent achievement for Lille this season, due on May 14, they become Coupe de France winner, defeating Paris Saint Germain in the final.

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Lille keep the chance to achieve two domestic titles

This season could be the best season for Lille. So far, they are on track to grabbed two domestic titles. Besides topped the Ligue 1 standings until week 31, Lille successfully penetrate the Coupe de France finals for the first time since 56 years ago.

Eden Hazard

Lille ensure that ticket after beating Nice in the semifinals at the stadium Ray, Nice, yesterday. Two goals the victory of Lille by Eden Hazard and Gervinho.

Lille actually wary when Florent Balmont suffered a thigh injury in the 36th minute. They are lucky to have Eden Hazard. Shown as a substitute, Hazard success into breaking the deadlock. Hazard only takes eight minutes to score. Lille's second goal early in the second half were born after Gervinho escaped the offside trap and successfully passed Nice goalkeeper Lionel Letizi.

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Successfully qualified for the French Cup final is very important for Lille. The achievement is to raise the morale of the Lille players after failing to achieve victory in the last two games in Ligue 1. They were beaten by Monaco 0-1 (04/10/2011) and a draw with Bordeaux 1-1 (04/17/2011).

This victory is a valuable capital before facing Lorient in Ligue 1 on the day next week (4/24/2011).

Lille will meet with Paris Saint Germain (PSG) in the final that will be held at the Stade de France, Paris, on 14 May, after PSG beat Angers, 3-1.

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Summary of French Ligue 1

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Archived Seasons of French Ligue 1

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Topscorers of French Ligue 1

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Tables of French Ligue 1

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Fixtures and Results of French Ligue 1

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