Olympique de Marseille is in the last four of the Europa League. But is far from assured of participating in a European competition next season. A paradox for a team transcended by the C3 and which awaits Atalanta Bergamo this Thursday evening at the Vélodrome for the semi-final first leg. But who hasn’t won in the league since March 10 (2-0 against Nantes).
Should we already abandon the championship and give everything to focus all attention on the Europa League? “It’s quite the oppositereplies Pablo Longoria at the Téléfoot microphone this Sunday. We have 4 championship finals. For the club, it is very important to play in a European competition next season“. But can Marseille really keep up the pace on all fronts? And this when the national competitors only have the championship to play?
This final sprint begins this Sunday evening with the reception of RC Lens. The Olympian composition should already give an indication of the management of men by Jean-Louis Gasset. “If it is possible, seeking qualification for the Europa League is very important. Never focus on just one competition“, continues the president of OM. Jordan Vérétout’s teammates are today 7 points behind OGC Nice, installed in 5th place (qualifying for the C3 2024-2025).
“Very important to reach the final”
The result against the Sang et Or could already determine the end of season strategy. In any case, we will have to quickly move on and think about Thursday. With a hot meeting, in the DNA of the Marseille club. “Now everyone must be aware of the importance of the match, continues Longoria. It’s very important to reach the final. It is also important for the continuity of the project that would be a possible qualification for the Champions League.”
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