Lille was founded in 1944 and plays in the Ligue 1, the top division of France football. Home matches are played at Decathlon Arena – Stade Pierre-Mauroy (capacity 50,083). If you have ever attended a Lille match, you can log it in Footbeen — the app will map every stadium you have been to, tally your stats, and remember every goal you have seen.
At a glance
- Founded
- 1944
- Country
- France
- League
- Ligue 1
- Home ground
- Decathlon Arena – Stade Pierre-Mauroy
- Capacity
- 50,083
Recent matches
- 26 Apr 2026 L1 Paris FC vs Lille 0 - 1
- 18 Apr 2026 L1 Lille vs Nice 0 - 0
- 12 Apr 2026 L1 Toulouse vs Lille 0 - 4
- 4 Apr 2026 L1 Lille vs Lens 3 - 0
- 22 Mar 2026 L1 Marseille vs Lille 1 - 2
Upcoming Lille fixtures
- 3 May 2026 L1 Lille vs Le Havre H
- 9 May 2026 L1 Monaco vs Lille A
- 16 May 2026 L1 Lille vs Auxerre H
Frequently asked
How do I track my Lille matches?
Download Footbeen (free on iOS and Android).Search the available match catalogue and add the matches you attended to your personal diary. Your stadium visits then appear on your personal map.
Where does Lille play their home matches?
Lille play home matches at Decathlon Arena – Stade Pierre-Mauroy in Villeneuve d'Ascq, capacity 50,083.
Can I log old Lille matches from years ago?
Use Footbeen to search the available match catalogue and add the matches you attended to your personal diary.
What league does Lille play in?
Lille plays in the Ligue 1, the top division of France football.
What is Lille's stadium capacity?
Lille plays at Decathlon Arena – Stade Pierre-Mauroy, which has a capacity of 50,083 spectators in Villeneuve d'Ascq.
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