The Ligue 1 and Europa League races are heating up as the final stages approach. Lille, Rennes, Nice, and Lyon have all shown their mettle in recent weeks, making it tough for any team to claim the top spots.

Lille has been on a roll recently, winning four straight matches in all competitions. They sit just one point behind Paris Saint-Germain at the top of the table, but they have two games in hand. The club's attacking prowess is evident in their performances, with goals from Dimitri Payet, Florian Thauvin, and Kylian Mbappé leading the way.

Rennes, meanwhile, have also been performing well, sitting in second place in the table. Their defense has been solid, allowing only six goals in their last seven matches. The club's attacking trio of Anthony Palacios, Damián Martínez, and Jean-Kévin Augustin has been crucial to their success.

Nice, who finished bottom of Ligue 1 last season, has bounced back this year, finishing fifth. Their defensive stability has been key to their success, with goalkeeper Hugo Lloris being named Player of the Month for his performances. They will be hoping to continue their form in the Europa League, where they have already qualified for the group stage.

Finally, Lyon, who had a poor start to the season, have come alive lately. They have won three of their last four matches, including a stunning 4-1 win over Paris Saint-Germain. Their attacking threat is led by striker Alexandre Lacazette, who has scored 15 goals this season.

With just three games remaining in the league, there is still time for any team to make a push for the top spot. But with so much at stake, it will be a tight race until the very end.