The Ligue 1 title race heats up as Marseille’s striker Mason Greenwood aims for the top spot currently held by PSG. On Friday, Marseille will face Nice in the opening match of the 13th round of the league. With Marseille sitting just two points behind PSG, a victory could see them briefly take the lead, putting pressure on the reigning champions.
Marseille’s Strong Prospects
Marseille enters this match fresh off the international break and currently occupies second place in the standings, tied in points with Lens. Mason Greenwood has emerged as a key player for the team this season, recently earning the title of Ligue 1 Player of the Month for October. In that month, he scored four goals in a notable 6-2 victory over Le Havre.
Player Stats and Injuries
- Greenwood has scored 7 goals this season, ranking him second behind Joaquín Panichelli from Strasbourg, who has 9.
- Marseille faces defensive challenges, with Facundo Medina recovering from an ankle injury.
- Additionally, Nayef Aguerd and Amir Murillo are dealing with injuries, impacting the team’s defense.
Upcoming Matches and Standings
This weekend’s matches include Lens hosting Strasbourg and PSG playing Le Havre. PSG, managed by Luis Enrique, is coming off a setback against Bayern Munich in the Champions League and aims to regain momentum.
| Position | Team | Points | Goals For | Goals Against |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Paris SG | 27 | 24 | 11 |
| 2 | Marseille | 25 | 28 | 11 |
| 3 | Lens | 25 | 21 | 11 |
| 4 | Strasbourg | 22 | 24 | 16 |
The race for the top spot in Ligue 1 remains tight, with significant implications for both Marseille and PSG as they prepare for critical matches this weekend. Fans eagerly await the outcome as Greenwood and his teammates aim to secure their position at the summit of French football.
