Adrien Monfray, 35, to make Ligue 1 bow with Troyes

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·22 August 2026

After 13 seasons in Ligue 2, Troyes captain Adrien Monfray is set to step into Ligue 1 at 35, a rarity.

According to L'Équipe, Troyes face Paris FC on Saturday at 20:45, live on Ligue 1+, available on L'Équipe.

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The defender has close to 450 professional appearances but, like many of his team-mates, is about to discover the top flight.

He feels more excitement than apprehension ahead of his debut at this level.

There is no sense of regret or bitterness, only the satisfaction of reaching a personal milestone, something he views with simple happiness.

Source: L'Équipe

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