LOSC Lille: History, Sponsors, Net Worth & Trophies

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Club		PL	W	D	L	GD	PTS
5	LYO Olympique Lyonnais	8	5	0	3	3	15
6	LOSC LOSC Lille	8	4	2	2	6	14

Pranav VenkateshPublished : Sep 19, 2025, 08:15 AM

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Lille Olympique Sporting Club, commonly referred to as LOSC Lille or just Lille, is a professional football club based in Lille that plays in the French Ligue 1. Nicknamed Les Dogues, Lille are well known for their academy to produce incredible talents. The club had its golden era in the period after the Second World War, just after their inception. With four league titles, six domestic cups, and a European trophy, they are among the best French clubs. The club endured massive trouble in the late 20th century before rebounding. They are regular European contenders now and are hopeful of winning some silverware again.

Lille History & Key Facts

Lille were founded in 1944 after two successful local clubs, Olympique Lillois and SC Fives, merged. Lillois were the founding members of Division 1 and also lifted the inaugural trophy. Lille immediately after their inception saw incredible success.

They won a league cup double in 1946 and earned the nickname La Machine de Guerre. They finished as runners-up in the league multiple times and won cup competitions frequently. A second league title in the 1953-54 season underlined their credentials as a powerhouse.

The club, however, went into a sudden decline following the honeymoon period. They were relegated in 1956 as boardroom conflicts impacted performances on the field. They gave up their professional status in 1969 after failing to pay the players properly. They rebuilt themselves and reached the top-flight again in 1977. The club saw success again in the early 21st century as they qualified for the Champions League in 2001. An Intertoto Cup success gave them incredible hope.

After PSG dominated the domestic scene, Christophe Galtier was hired as the coach, and he delivered a miracle. His exciting Lille side with veterans and youth alike stormed to the top of the table in the 2020/21 season and won the league on the final day ahead of PSG.

This made Lille become European regulars again as the club with history, fanbase, and culture rediscovered their true might.

Founded	23 September 1944
Current Owner	Merlyn Partners SCSp
Country	France
City	Lille
Nickname	Les Dogues (The Mastiffs) Les Nordistes (The Northmen) Les Lillois (The Lillois) La Machine de Guerre (The War Machine)
League	Ligue 1
Stadium	Stade Pierre-Mauroy
Capacity	50,186
Manager	Bruno Genesio
Squad Size	27

Lille History and Bio

Lille Net Worth & Value

Lille are approximately worth €262 million according to Statista. This is a huge achievement for the club after posting significant losses in the previous season. They became debt-free and are posting profits thanks to an incredible turnaround.

Net Worth	€262 million
Squad Value	€150 million
Revenue Sources	Matchday Revenue, Player Sales, Sponsorships

Lille Net Worth

Lille Sponsors

Boulanger has been the primary sponsor of the club since 2023. They were one of the first French clubs to sign a deal with New Balance, and the partnership still goes strong.

Sponsor	Type of Sponsorship
Boulanger	Lead Sponsor
New Balance	Kit Maker
Toyota, eToro, Decathlon, Blaklader, ScorePlay	Exclusive Sponsors

Lille Sponsors

Lille Rivalries

Lille's success during the mid-20th century and even their modern success saw them form rivalries with other giants of French football like PSG, Lyon, and Marseille. However, they have a genuine rivalry in the form of a derby.

Lille Derbies

Derby du Nord - Contested between Lille and RC Lens, the derby pits two of the biggest clubs in Northern France. The cities are located just 30 kilometres apart and have an intense rivalry thanks to socio-economic and on-field differences. Lille enjoys a better head-to-head record thanks to their pristine silverware collection.

Lille Trophies & Achievements

Lille had its golden era when it came to silverware in the mid-1940s after the war. They started their trophy haul with a league and cup double in 1946. They won the league title four times, with the most recent one coming in 2021. With six Coupe de France titles, they are well decorated in that tournament as well.

They even enjoyed success on the European stage after lifting the UEFA Intertoto Cup in 2004, after experiencing heartbreak in the finals in 2002.

Competition	No. of Times won
First Division	2 (1945–46, 1953–54)
Ligue 1	2 (2010–11, 2020–21)
Coupe de Frane	6 (1945–46, 1946–47, 1947–48, 1952–53, 1954–55, 2010–11)
Trophee des Champions	1 (2021)
UEFA Intertoto Cup	1 (2004)

Lille trophies list

Lille fans and followers

Lille has a loyal and passionate fan base nicknamed the “Dogues”. Their support is rooted in the Lille region and the surrounding areas, mainly. The ultras, Virage Est, Go Rijsel Spirit, and Les Doguarnis always light up the atmosphere at the stadium before the kickoff.

They are the fifth-most followed French sports club on social media and often engage international audiences as they try to become a global brand.

Future Goals

Lille have reached the very top of French football as one of the best French football teams at the start of this decade. They have been consistently knocking on the door of European football ever since. However, they would love to go deep into the cup competitions and even win it soon. Domestically, dethroning PSG might be quite a herculean task for the Northmen, as they need so many factors to fall in place.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who owns Lille?

Lille is owned by the Merlyn Partners SCSp consortium.

What is Lille's nickname?

Lille have the following nicknames: Les Dogues (The Mastiffs), Les Nordistes (The Northmen), Les Lillois (The Lillois), La Machine de Guerre (The War Machine)

When was Lille founded?

Lille was founded on 23 September 1944.

How many trophies has Lille won?

Lille won 12 major trophies to date.

What is Lille's highest-ever league finish?

Finishing first when winning the league title four times is Lille's highest-ever league finish.