Against all expectations and despite the skepticism of its supporters until the start of spring, Olympique de Marseille can still succeed in saving its season. Winners against Lens this Sunday (2-1) to stay in the race for Europe in the League, the Phocéens will mainly compete in the semi-finals of the Europa League, against Atalanta Bergamo, which they host for the first leg this Thursday (9 p.m.).
Building on its exploit in the quarter-final against Benfica, where it won on penalties, OM have made clear progress in recent weeks, since the arrival of Jean-Louis Gasset, and should have arguments to assert against the 6th in Serie A. Especially since he will be able to count on a very prolific Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and already author of 27 goals this season.
But Atalanta still starts, on paper, as a slight favorite, thanks to its performance against Liverpool in the quarter. Also a big winner against Fiorentina last week (4-1) in the Italian Cup semi-final, Dea can dream of their first title of the Gian Piero Gasperini era.
The meeting between Olympique de Marseille and Atalanta Bergamo will take place on Thursday May 2 at 9 p.m. and will be broadcast on M 6 and Canal +.
