The increasing popularity of women’s football is highlighted by a consistent breaking of records, including those for salaries, transfer fees, and attendance.
In France, attendance at Première Ligue matches has reached record highs, with more spectators than ever before attending games in person.
On matchday 19, Olympique Marseille attracted over 35,000 fans to the Stade Vélodrome for their match against Montpellier, setting a new attendance record.
This eclipsed the previous record of 30,661 set during the match between Lyon and PSG on November 16, 2019.
Interestingly, despite the impressive turnout, the match wasn’t considered a marquee fixture, as Montpellier is currently at the bottom of the standings and Marseille’s women’s team is ranked 9th out of 12. Ultimately, Marseille lost the match 2-1, despite the enthusiastic support.
It was a historic occasion, as it marked the first time Olympique Marseille’s women’s team played at the Stade Vélodrome, and the club celebrated by offering free tickets for the event.
However, the record for the highest attendance at a women’s club match in France still stands at 43,254, set during the 2022 Champions League game between PSG and Lyon at the Parc des Princes.
It’s possible that this figure could soon be surpassed in the French league as well.
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