This weekend's Ligue 1 fixtures bring back some unforgettable moments in French football, where anything can happen on the pitch. From unexpected twists to memorable encounters, it's never just about the scoreline.

On Friday, after Auxerre faces Brest, PSG will host Rennes—a team that has surprisingly defeated them more times in the past decade than most. Notably, Rennes claimed a famous Coupe de France victory over a star-studded PSG lineup featuring Neymar, Cavani, Mbappé, Dani Alves, and Di María.

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Saturday’s clash between AS Monaco and Montpellier also has fans buzzing, with many wondering if the infamous pigeon will make a return. In a previous matchup, a pigeon decided to perch itself on Montpellier's goalpost, refusing to leave despite the game continuing. It almost seemed like the bird was trying to steal the spotlight as an honorary referee.

And if you thought the pigeon story was quirky, as Toulouse vs Lyon face off on Sunday, they can’t forget the match that featured a different animal star: a stray cat. The feline darted across the pitch, dodging players as it ran back and forth, completely ignoring the match’s intensity. Spectators and commentators alike found humor in the situation, with some even claiming the cat was the best player on the field that day.

Rounding off the weekend, Strasbourg will host Olympique de Marseille on Sunday, with their energetic fans ready to face the challenge. Strasbourg supporters are known for their creative chants, and in a past encounter with Marseille, they humorously sang, "Marseille, oh Marseille, your baguettes are stale!" However, despite the wit, Strasbourg lost that match. This time around, they'll be up against a rejuvenated Marseille, led by the controversial yet effective Mason Greenwood, who has already netted five goals this season.

Expect the unexpected—this is Ligue 1…