FC Metz

Cross of Lorraine signifies past glories long gone

Metz

Island of football surrounded by three countries

Toulouse FC

Violets require bedding down in the top flight

Toulouse

Airbus hub puts rugby first but still reveres Téfécé

Reims

Champagne capital toasts Euro return 60 years on

FC Lorient

The Silver Hakes look for swift
return to elite waters

Lorient

Naval base a springboard for top French internationals