Lyon were relegated to Ligue 2 following a decision from the National Directorate of Management Control (DNCG), French soccer's financial watchdog, seven months after they were provisionally relegated for financial mismanagement. The club announced they will appeal the decision, buying them more time to meet the DNCG's financial requirements.

Lyon have been demoted to Ligue 2 ahead of the 2025-26 season as a review confirmed their administrative relegation.

Lyon relegated to Ligue 2 after an audit by French football financial watchdog; seven-time French champions can appeal against decision; Lyon are owned by John Textor, who has sold his stake in Crystal Palace to New York Jets owner Woody Johnson;