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About the league
The France National 3 is the fifth tier of the French football league system. Established in 1993, it has undergone several reforms, with the most recent being in 2017. The league features 168 teams, divided into 12 groups of 14 teams each, based on geographical location. Top teams in each group earn promotion to the National 2, while the bottom teams are relegated to the Regional leagues. Notable participants include reserve teams of professional clubs, such as Lyon, Marseille, and Paris Saint-Germain, as well as smaller clubs like Andrézieux-Bouthéon and Saint-Priest. The competition format consists of a round-robin schedule, with the top team in each group earning promotion. The league has served as a platform for teams to develop young players and achieve notable successes, including promotion to higher divisions. While not as prominent as the top-tier Ligue 1, the National 3 plays a crucial role in the French football ecosystem, providing opportunities for smaller clubs and young players to grow and compete.