Football betting in France and Ligue 1 betting sites

Football remains the favorite sport of French bettors. It alone accounts for almost 80% of the online betting market share. Here, I'll list all the bookmakers, compare their features, and even introduce you to some new operators.

All French Football Bookies

Football betting sites features compared

Best Ligue 1 Betting sites

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Baptiste,

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Thomas,

Last Updated:

05 June 2025

Football betting sites in France

The good news is that all the French bookmakers offer good options to bet on Football. But then, how do you choose a bookmaker? Here are 3 things we think could be useful for you to decide

Choose a bookmaker available in English (see list below)
Choose a bookmaker based on his welcome offer
Choose a bookmaker based on what feature is more important for you (cashout, bet builder, etc)

Football betting sites available in English
Bookmaker	Welcome offer	Pros & Cons
#1 Winamax 4.5/5	Up to €100 refunded in CASH	Pros & Cons Available in English Rare first deposit bonus Best odds in France since 2015 Promos on social media Fantasy league Intuitive mobile app No phone support	Review Claim offer Go to Winamax	Read the Terms & Conditions
#2 PMU 4.5/5	Up to €100 in CASH with the code SPORT	Pros & Cons Available in English CASH Signup Bonus Livestream available Good odds Few promotions Cash out not available often	Review Claim offer Go to PMU	Read the Terms & Conditions
#3 Pokerstars 3.7/5	Up to €100 (+€100 in poker)	Pros & Cons Available in English Combined sport + poker bonuses Significant boosted odds 50+ types of football bets Very high earnings ceiling No grids or fantasy league Classic sports welcome bonus No livestream	Review Claim offer Go to Pokerstars	Read the Terms & Conditions

Football betting sites available in French only
Bookmaker	Welcome offer	Pros & Cons
#1 Betsson 5/5	10€ without deposit with the code VERIF10 Then up to 100€	Pros & Cons (NEW) Sponsorship Offer up to €50 10€ offered without deposit Up to €100 bonus after the first bet Interesting promotions on combined bets Live Animated Diagrams Great app Not available in English No livestream Samsung Pay unavailable	Review Claim offer Go to Betsson	Read the Terms & Conditions
#2 Parions Sport 5/5	15€ without deposit Then up to 85€	Pros & Cons 15€ without deposit then up to 85€ welcome bonus The first legal site in France Simple and intuitive navigation Top French sports odds Boosted Combos Not available in English No online Loto Foot	Review Claim offer Go to Parions Sport	Read the Terms & Conditions
#3 Olybet 4.6/5	First bet doubled up to €100	Pros & Cons NEW site in France 100€ offered to new players Football betting grids MyCombo function (create your own personalized bet) MultiBoost in cash on combined bets Loyalty program Not available in English No sponsorship offers No partial cashout	Review Claim offer Go to Olybet	Read the Terms & Conditions
#4 NetBet 4.5/5	Up to 100€ with the code LEBONBET	Pros & Cons Jackpots to be won every weekend Livestream available Insurance on football combinations Cash Combo Booster Exclusive promo code Not available in English No fantasy league	Review Claim offer Go to NetBet	Read the Terms & Conditions
#5 Betclic 4.5/5	First bet doubled up to €100 with the code LEBONBET	Pros & Cons Bonus without wagering conditions or minimum odds Long-term challenges with high payouts Simple & intuitive application Exclusive promo code Not available in English No Loto Foot No fantasy league	Review Claim offer Go to Betclic	Read the Terms & Conditions
#6 Unibet 4.5/5	1 registration = 3 bonuses Up to €370	Pros & Cons 1 registration = 3 bonuses The most complete livestream in France Incredible sports diversity Very intuitive site One of the best rated apps by users Not available in English No fantasy league	Review Claim offer Go to Unibet	Read the Terms & Conditions
#7 Bwin 4.1/5	Up to €200 in freebets	Pros & Cons Lots of live betting Cash out insurance 7/7 support Not available in English Low odds No fantasy league No football lottery	Review Claim offer Go to Bwin	Read the Terms & Conditions
#8 Feelingbet 4.1/5	Up to €50 + €250 for the first 5 months with the code "LEBONBET"	Pros & Cons Generous sponsorship promo (5 friends/month) Exclusive promo code No deposit and withdrawal fees Extensive choice of sports High sign up bonus Not available in English Complex welcome offer No phone support	Review Claim offer Go to Feelingbet	Read the Terms & Conditions
#9 YESorNO 4/5	1st social betting app	Pros & Cons A real novelty in the world of sports betting Fun and easy to use Odds made by players Video bets Not available in English Limited payment methods	Review Claim offer Go to YESorNO	Read the Terms & Conditions
#10 Vbet 3.3/5	First bet doubled up to €100	Pros & Cons Minimum deposit 5€ Regular promotions Not available in English No livestream No Loto Foot No fantasy league	Review Claim offer Go to Vbet	Read the Terms & Conditions
#11 Circus Bet 3/5	No bonuses at the moment	Pros & Cons New legal betting site 3 different cashouts: full, partial and auto Accepts HiPay Minimum deposit 5€ Boosted odds EditBet feature Not available in English No welcome offer available at the moment No mobile app (coming soon) No livestream	Review Claim offer Go to Circus Bet	Read the Terms & Conditions
#12 Genybet 1.8/5	Up to €50 (+€200 in horse racing bets)	Pros & Cons Combined Sport + Horse racing betting bonuses Extensive catalog Good mobile app Not available in English The lowest bonus in France Low odds Limietd payment methods Support only by email No cashout	Review Claim offer Go to Genybet	Read the Terms & Conditions
#13 ZEbet 0.5/5	First bet doubled (lost or not) up to €100	Pros & Cons Legal betting site in France Not available in English Penalized by the ANJ for late payment Ergonomics not ideal No livestream	Review Claim offer Go to ZEbet	Read the Terms & Conditions

French football betting sites features compared


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Best Ligue 1 betting sites

If you're looking to bet on Ligue 1, you're in luck, French bookmakers have one of the most comprehensive Ligue 1 betting offer, which doesn't come as a surprise. The also have regular promotions for bets on Ligue 1, that changes all the time, so you will need to keep an eye on it!

That said, not all platforms are equal. Here's how to compare and choose the best Ligue 1 betting sites legally operating in France:

Is there any English Ligue 1 betting site?

While all French-licensed bookmakers operate in French by default (as required by the French Gambling Authority), some platforms also offer their websites and apps in English. This can be a big plus if you're an expat or prefer navigating in English.

Here we list all the Ligue 1 bettings sites available in English.

Can you get a bonus to bet on Ligue 1?

All legal French bookmakers offer some form of welcome bonus, but the structure varies:

Free bets (pari gratuits) after your first deposit or bet
Refunds on losing bets
Loyalty or cashback systems

Compare not just the total bonus amount but also the conditions (minimum odds, wagering requirements, expiration). Some of the best-known platforms like Winamax, Betclic, and Unibet often compete on the generosity and clarity of their promotions.

Here is the whole list of sports betting bonuses in France.

Who has the best features to bet on Ligue 1?

Different bettors prioritize different tools, and this is where platforms can really stand out:

Cashout: Ideal for managing risk, this lets you settle a bet before the final whistle.
Bet Builder (Pari Combiné Personnalisé): Great for creating custom bets within a single Ligue 1 match (e.g., Dembélé to score + PSG to win + Over 2.5 goals).
Live Betting Interface: Fast, intuitive live betting with real-time stats can be a game-changer.
Mobile App Performance: A smooth and responsive app is critical if you bet on the go.

Here is all the betting features compared in one table.

Looking for something new to bet on Football?

Thomas

I'm highlighting 3 bookmakers that you might not know, who are either new or off the radar:

YESorNO : If you're looking for something truly new, then you're in luck. This is a social betting app where odds don't exist. The goal is to answer Yes or No on simple bets (e.g., will this team win against that team?). The odds are calculated based on the bettors who answer Yes or No. I'll let you discover the app for yourself or read our review to learn more!
Olybet : This is the latest site launched in the market, in October 2024, making it the newest bookmaker in France. However, the bookmaker is not new and is already established in several European countries. It has also already established partnerships with rugby (Toulouse) and basketball (Paris Basket) clubs. I wouldn't be surprised if it becomes a partner of a club in the coming years.
Feelingbet : It's not new to the bookmaking scene, but it's less talked about than the others. It has a very attractive referral offer and a generous welcome bonus.

French football betting site to avoid

Baptiste

While some bookmakers shine with their features, I'll list those that, in my opinion, should be avoided for betting on football .

Circusbet : Arriving on the French scene in 2024, the bookmaker doesn't yet have all the tools to fight off fierce competition. Be patient and wait a little longer for the operator to give us a little more bread to eat in terms of its offers and features.
Genybet : A true expert in horse racing betting, it's clear that the operator isn't 100% dedicated to football. For horse racing, I can only recommend it; if you want to bet on football, however, you can move on.
Pokerstars : As the name states, the site is a good online poker site in France, but not the best option for sports and then football.

The best French football bookmakers have :

Promotions on social media: bookmakers no longer only offer promotions on their dedicated pages. Today, you'll find many bookmakers offering promotions on their networks, mainly X.
Livestream: this option is not yet the most common on betting sites. Bettors are increasingly valuing this option, and it's easy to see why.
A modern app: Having an app isn't enough. Some betting apps in France are designed for soccer betting, such as Unibet or Betclic. What's more, a bookmaker must also offer a user-friendly application with all the features to optimize the gaming experience, such as Face ID.
Wide choice of payment methods: a wide choice of payment methods such as PayPal and Paysafecard in addition to credit cards and bank transfers.

How to bet on football in France?

We think soccer is a complicated sport for punters. Lots of surprises, unpredictable scenarios, it's often difficult to find the right balance between risk and reward. The strategy for betting on soccer is based on a few basics.

Be up to date: The team's form, dynamics, composition... You can find out all you need to know about a match from the statistics provided by the bookmakers or on your own.
Take secondary factors into account: Away matches, transfers, fatigue. It's very important to know the context of the match and the team to avoid unnecessarily risky bets.
Don't hesitate to combine: You can feel it. Paris is going to win. So is Lyon. Dembélé will score. Bet on all three to have a chance of making a profit on just a few games.
Features: Treat yourself to a bettor that offers cash out and live betting. It's so much fun when you bet on soccer.
Find out about the types of bets available: It's important that you know the types of bets and their conditions before you place a bet. If you don't already know them, go to the conditions for each one. We've listed a few below.

France football bets you need to know

🔢 1N2 bets: This is the most classic type of bet, and all bookmakers offer it for football as well as other sports. Here you bet on whether team 1 or 2 will win, or whether the match will end in a draw.

🥅 Scorer bets: This type of bet can have several variations, notably on the time at which the goal will be scored. As the name suggests, the aim is to bet on which player(s) will score during the match.

🕧 Half-time bets: This bet gives you the choice of betting on all the possibilities of the first or second half. Whether it's the exact score, goal difference, goal difference, exact score, scorers, etc.

💯 Exact score bets: Here, you'll have to guess the exact score of the match or one of the halves.

🔥 Asian handicap bets: This is a double bet in which, from a given selection, you assign an imaginary advantage or disadvantage which will be added to the result at the end of regulation time. The Asian handicap bet is more flexible than the “classic” handicap bet: the advantage or disadvantage (e.g. 1, 2 or 3 goals) given does not have to be a whole number, but a half (0.5), quarter (0.25) or three-quarter (0.75) point.