Montpellier kicks off summer prep in Salon

Montpellier (Ligue 2) has confirmed its participation in the 2026 Pro Summer Cup, with the first match slated for Saturday 11 July at the Honneur stadium in Salon‑de‑Provence. The side, currently 8th with 51 points (14 wins, 9 draws, 11 losses), is using the event to fine‑tune its play before the league restarts. The latest result, a 1‑1 draw with RED Star FC 93 on 9 May, leaves the club at 41 goals scored and 31 conceded, a +10 goal difference.

Which clubs join the festival?

The schedule regularly features teams such as OM (Pro 2 academy), Cannes (National 3) and, of course, Montpellier. All gather in Salon‑de‑Provence and Saint‑Martin‑de‑Crau for a series of friendlies. Organizer Kader Mekchouche has already hosted club officials for venue tours and match‑up planning. This edition includes a clash with OM on 18 July and other games against L2 and L3 sides, giving each squad a valuable tempo test.

Why is the Pro Summer Cup strategic for Montpellier?

In Ligue 2, every point matters and physical preparation plus squad cohesion are vital. The Pro Summer Cup lets Montpellier face varied opponents, including higher‑level academies like OM, helping gauge the current squad level. The club aims to close the 16‑point gap to leaders ESTAC Troyes and improve its recent form (DLWWD). Training sessions led by the coaching staff, combined with friendly matches, provide an ideal setting to trial new tactics ahead of the season.

What are the next challenges for the club?

After Salon’s fixtures, Montpellier will travel to Saint‑Martin‑de‑Crau on 18 July to meet OM. That showdown will be followed by additional friendlies against National 2 and National 3 clubs, allowing the manager to fine‑tune the starting eleven. The official Ligue 2 calendar kicks off in early August, and the club hopes to turn lessons from the Pro Summer Cup into consistent performances, climbing the table and narrowing the gap with the leaders.