1938–39 French Division 1

(Victory:2 points, Draw:1 point, Defeat:0 points) Promoted from Division 2, who would play in Division 1 season 1945/1946 (With the beginning of World War II, relegations and promotions are only taken into account after the end of the war i.e. for season 1945/1946) * Red Star Olympique:Champion of Division 2 * Stade Rennais UC:Runner-up Division 2

1938–39 French Division 1

(Victory:2 points, Draw:1 point, Defeat:0 points) Promoted from Division 2, who would play in Division 1 season 1945/1946 (With the beginning of World War II, relegations and promotions are only taken into account after the end of the war i.e. for season 1945/1946) * Red Star Olympique:Champion of Division 2 * Stade Rennais UC:Runner-up Division 2