A Ligue 1 classic is coming! The two Olympiques meet again this Sunday for the shock of the fifth day. Candidates for Europe, the two teams want to win this match more than ever. Find out everything you need to know about the probable line-ups and our upcoming predictions.
In difficulty at the start of the season (two defeats against Rennes and Monaco), OL reacted well with an exceptional victory against Strasbourg and a draw against Lens. They now have to capitalize on an opponent in full swing! A match that could change a season, with a club capable of the best and the worst in recent months.
Olympique de Marseille is solid! After four days, the southerners are facing their rivals from the Rhone with a solid record: Roberto De Zerbi and his men have won three games and drawn one. With its ambitious recruitment and a coach who appeals, will OM continue its momentum?
The latest news on OL and its injured players
Apart from his usual “loft” players (Lopes, Akouokou…), no player should be absent against OM.
Starting XI: Perri – Abner, Niakhaté, Caleta-Car, Mata, Maitland-Niles – Tolisso, Matic, Caqueret – Lacazette, Mikautadze
The latest news on OM and its injured players
Ruben Blanco, Bilal Nadir, Quentin Merlin, Adrien Rabiot and Faris Moumbagna will be absent for the Olympico. Derek Cornelius is suspended, while Leonardo Balerdi is doubtful.
Starting XI: Rulli – Rongier, Brassier, Balerdi (or Meïté), Murillo – Kondogbia, Hojberg – Greenwood, Harit, Henrique – Maupay.
In four games, OM has found the back of the net at least twice per game. Against a team struggling defensively, it’s hard not to see OM scoring.
On the other hand, OL scores much less, but should benefit from the absences in defense. Cornelius (excluded) and Merlin (injury) will miss this match.
Much maligned after his Olympics, the Lyon captain is not reassuring. But in his immense career, the General has a reputation: that of the killer in big matches. Against OM, the former Arsenal player can launch his season.
If Opta sees OM winning (41.4%), a draw seems likely. The absence of the Marseille defense executives and the rise in Lyon balance the debates.
