France has set the precedence by cancelling the Ligue 1 campaign with 11 games left to play and naming Paris Saint-Germain champions.
PSG were awarded a ninth title due to being at the summit of the French top-flight, 12 points clear of nearest rivals Marseille.
Marseille were second at the time of the suspension, while Rennes third. Ligue de Football Professionnel has therefore decided that these two clubs will represent France in the Champions League next season.
This comes as a blow for Lille, who were fourth, and a single point behind Rennes. And, obviously, as a massive boost for Rennes, who will be featuring in the competition for the first time in the club's history.
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