The French Premier League (Ligue 1) has announced that the club Rennes and Nice have been confirmed as participants in the fifth and sixth-placed teams for the upcoming season's UEFA Europa League.
The announcement was made by UEFA President Gianni Infantino on Monday, with both clubs having qualified through their respective league table positions at the end of last season.
This is the first time that two different clubs from the same division have been included in the competition, which is part of the European footballing association's annual tournament.
Both Rennes and Nice have already secured their places in the Europa League, with Rennes coming off the back of a successful campaign in the Champions League, while Nice is looking to build upon its recent success in the domestic league.
The confirmation of these two teams into the Europa League means that they will be able to compete against some of the best players in Europe and gain valuable experience before the season starts next month.
However, it remains to be seen whether or not either team can make the most of this opportunity and progress beyond the group stage. The competition itself is highly competitive, and both teams will need to perform well if they want to make it past the round of 16.
Overall, the confirmation of these two teams into the Europa League is a significant step forward for both clubs and fans alike, and looks set to bring excitement and interest to the upcoming season.