In addition to the French Cup, there is also the French League Cup. The winner of the French League Cup in 0809 season is Bordeaux, which has already qualified for the Champions League. Ligue 1 stipulates that if the Carling Cup champion has qualified for the European War, his place will be given to the team at the top of the League. Lille finished fifth in 0809, so she qualified for the Europa League in 09 10 season.
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England's Carling Cup champions are eligible to participate in the Europa League, and the rules are the same as those of France.