L'Équipe Subscription: Prices, Print and Digital Plans in 2026

The L'Équipe Premium subscription costs €12.99/month in 2026, while L'Équipe+ with full Ligue 1+ coverage costs €24.99/month. The newspaper also offers a free version (L'Équipe.fr), student rates through Student Beans, and six months free through the Pass Culture. With a goal of 450,000 digital subscribers by the end of 2025, L'Équipe is one of the three most-read publications in France according to the ACPM, alongside Le Figaro and Ouest-France. This guide details all print and digital offerings for 2026.

Key points to remember

• The Premium Team (Classic): €12.99/month with no commitment, access to exclusive articles + digital newspaper + Explore + Live
• L'Équipe+ with full Ligue 1+ coverage: €24.99/month — the perfect choice for French soccer fans
• L'Équipe.fr remains free, offering live scores and sports news
• Orange plan: ~€9.99/month through a carrier partnership
• Students: Student Beans discount + 6 months of digital access free with the Pass Culture
• Welcome offer: €3.99/month for the first year (instead of €9.99)
• ACPM Sites & Apps rounds out the top three alongside Le Figaro and Ouest-France

How much will a subscription to L'Équipe cost in 2026?

L'Équipe is offering two main digital subscription plans in 2026: L'Équipe Premium (Classic) for €12.99/month and L'Équipe+ with Ligue 1+ for €24.99/month. Free content remains available via L'Équipe.fr (scores, news, short articles).

Comparison Chart of L'Équipe's Offers

• Offer|2026 Price|Commitment|Included Content
• L'Équipe.fr Free | $0 | None | News, live scores, short articles, ads
• Premium Team (Classic)|€12.99/month|No commitment|Exclusive articles, analysis, digital newspaper, Explore, Live
• The Premium Team via Orange|~€9.99/month|Linked to the Orange plan|Same as Premium
• L'Équipe+ (with Ligue 1+)|€24.99/month|No commitment|Full Premium + Complete Ligue 1+
• First-Year Welcome Offer | €3.99/month | No commitment | Premium for 12 months
• Students | Student Beans Discount | No Commitment | Premium
• Pass Culture (ages 18–20)|€0 for 6 months|None|Premium Digital

The Orange plan for €9.99/month is available through a carrier partnership—you must be an Orange customer and activate the offer through your account portal. This is the easiest way to save ~€36 per year with no additional commitment.

What does L'Équipe Premium include?

The Premium Team provides access to all exclusive editorial content, plus four internal sections: Explore, Live, the digital newspaper, and rankings/data.

• Exclusive articles — in-depth features, tactical analyses, investigations, and in-depth interviews
• The Explore Team — Over 300 original pieces of content: documentaries, in-depth investigations, podcasts
• L'Équipe Live — video broadcasts (including the 2025–27 UEFA Women's Champions League), live shows
• Digital newspaper — the digital version of the print edition, available the night before
• Standings and data — advanced statistics, player profiles, honors
• Exclusive documentaries — original L'Équipe productions on top athletes and major competitions

What does L'Équipe+ with Ligue 1+ include?

L'Équipe+ for €24.99/month includes everything in L'Équipe Premium plus full access to Ligue 1+—the channel created by the Professional Football League to broadcast the French soccer championship.

• All Ligue 1 matches live and on demand
• Multiplex, magazines, and match recaps
• Full editorial content from L'Équipe available in parallel
• Access on all screens —TV, mobile, tablet, web

This offer makes sense for anyone who follows Ligue 1 and wants to avoid signing up for multiple sports subscriptions. For detailed information on the broadcast schedule for Ligue 1 and other competitions, see our guide to the 2026–2027 Ligue 1 broadcast schedule.

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Will L'Équipe be a digital success in 2026?

Yes. L'Équipe has announced a target of 450,000 digital subscribers by the end of 2025, up from 308,000 a year earlier. It is one of the three most-visited news sites in France, according to ACPM Sites & Apps data, alongside Le Figaro and Ouest-France.

• Target — 450,000 digital subscribers by the end of 2025 (vs. 308,000 by the end of 2024)
• ACPM Ranking — Top Three in Websites & Apps with Le Figaro and Ouest-France
• L'Équipe TV — 1.6% audience share in 2025, tying a record
• Video Growth — L'Équipe Live Gains Momentum with Women's Competitions and Magazines

The L'Équipe model combines a premium sports daily, a free TV channel, a free website, and a subscription video service—a formula that works in a market where sports journalism has all but disappeared elsewhere in Europe.

How can I save money on my L'Équipe subscription?

There are several ways to save money without compromising on content.

• Welcome offer: €3.99/month for the first year — the best deal to try it out, about €48 per year
• Orange plan for €9.99/month — for existing Orange customers, a savings of about €36 per year
• Culture Pass (ages 18–20) — 6 months of digital access provided through the government program
• Student Beans — recurring promo code for students, verified through the platform
• Co-subscription — legal account sharing via spliiit, see our guide on how to share your L'Équipe subscription
• Annual rather than monthly — when available, the annual payment option offers 1 to 2 months free

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Which L'Équipe subscription should you choose based on your profile?

Three typical use cases based on consumption volume and enthusiasm for French soccer.

• Casual reader — The free version of L'Équipe.fr is enough for scores and daily news
• Regular multisports reader — L'Équipe Premium for €12.99/month for analysis, features, and Explore
• Ligue 1 Fan — L'Équipe+ for €24.99/month for full access to Ligue 1+ plus editorial content
• Students or young people — Pass Culture (free for 6 months) or Student Beans; activate as soon as possible
• Orange customer — switch to the partner plan for €9.99/month
• Sports-loving couples or roommates — shared subscription through a third-party platform to split the cost

How can I legally share a L'Équipe subscription?

L'Équipe does not offer a family plan in the strict sense, but sharing within the same household is permitted under the Terms of Service. Beyond that, a shared subscription through a third-party platform is the easiest way to split the cost among friends or extended family.

• Household sharing — a single subscription that can be used by members of the same tax household, in accordance with L'Équipe's Terms of Service
• Simultaneous connections — the app supports multiple sessions without forcing users to log out, within reasonable limits
• Legal co-subscription — account sharing via a third-party platform such as spliiit with verified users; see our L'Équipe sharing guide
• Potential savings — a Premium subscription at €12.99/month split between 2 people = €6.50 per person, or between 3 people = €4.33

A shared subscription remains the most effective way for sports fans to save money without breaking the bank, especially with L'Équipe+ at €24.99/month, which becomes much more affordable when shared legally.

Is L'Équipe worth it in 2026?

For those who follow sports on a daily basis, yes. The publication remains the leader in the French sports media and offers an unparalleled combination of content, video, and data. Its direct competitors (RMC Sport, Eurosport, beIN Sports) are primarily TV channels—L'Équipe is the only premium sports media outlet with a broad editorial scope.

If you also follow international sports (the World Cup, the Tour de France, the Olympics), our broadcast guide for the 2026 World Cup and the 2026 Tour de France provides a useful overview.

For a broader overview of newspaper subscriptions in France, see our comparison of Le Monde, Le Figaro, and Mediapart, as well as the 2026 General Guide to Reading & Audiobooks, which covers both newspapers and audiobooks.

Frequently asked questions

How much will L'Équipe Premium cost in 2026?

The Premium (Classic) plan costs €12.99/month with no contract under the standard rate. Orange customers pay ~€9.99/month through a carrier partnership. A welcome promotion offering the plan for €3.99/month for the first year is available on a recurring basis. The equivalent annual rate ranges from €48 (promotional rate) to €156 (full price).

What is the difference between L'Équipe Premium and L'Équipe+?

The Premium Team plan (€12.99/month) provides access to all editorial content (articles, Explore, Live, digital newspaper). The Team+ plan (€24.99/month) adds full Ligue 1+ coverage—all French soccer league matches live and on demand. The €12/month difference therefore covers the cost of the Ligue 1+ subscription.

Is L'Équipe.fr free?

Yes, L'Équipe.fr offers free access to live scores, the latest sports news, and short articles. In-depth analyses, feature stories, documentaries, and the digital newspaper are reserved for Premium or L'Équipe+ subscribers.

Can we share a L'Équipe subscription?

L'Équipe does not offer an official family plan. Sharing with a family member is possible under the standard terms of use (one household) but remains limited. Legal co-subscription via a third-party platform such as spliiit allows you to split the cost with other verified users.

Is there a free trial for L'Équipe Premium?

L'Équipe regularly offers introductory promotions (€3.99/month for the first year, with a discounted first month) rather than strictly free trials. People aged 18–20 can get 6 months free through Pass Culture, and students verified through Student Beans can access promotional codes.

Does L'Équipe+ cover all sports or just soccer?

L'Équipe+ includes the full range of premium multisport content (rugby, tennis, cycling, basketball, Olympic sports, U.S. sports, etc.) plus the complete Ligue 1+ package. Ligue 1+ covers only the French soccer league—other competitions (Champions League, international matches, other sports) are not included in Ligue 1+.

How do I cancel my L'Équipe subscription?

The L'Équipe subscription has no commitment: you can cancel it through your subscriber account or by emailing customer service. The cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period (month or year, depending on the plan you selected). There are no cancellation fees.