The current Ligue 1 season is heating up as the Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) struggles to maintain its lead in the standings. On Friday, the focus shifts to Olympique de Marseille, whose striker, Mason Greenwood, could help them move into first place with a victory against Nice. Marseille enters this match ranked second, just two points behind PSG, and they are tied with Lens, who is third.
Marseille’s Challenge for Ligue 1 Leadership
Friday’s match is critical for Marseille, especially after the international break. They are set to take the field first among the three clubs vying for the top of the table.
- Mason Greenwood has proven to be a standout player for Marseille this season.
- He earned the French Ligue 1 Player of the Month award for October.
- Greenwood scored four goals in a significant 6-2 victory over Le Havre.
As of now, Greenwood has scored seven goals in the league, ranking him just behind Joaquín Panichelli of Strasbourg and Esteban Lepaul of Rennes, who have nine and eight goals, respectively. Marseille’s coach, Roberto De Zerbi, has high hopes for Greenwood, wishing to see him reach the level of Europe’s greatest players.
Defensive Concerns for Marseille
While Marseille boasts a formidable attack led by Greenwood, their defense poses a challenge. The team is currently dealing with several injuries:
- Facundo Medina is sidelined with an ankle injury since September.
- Nayef Aguerd faces a pelvic issue.
- Amir Murillo recently injured his thigh but returned earlier than expected from national duty.
Other Ligue 1 Fixtures and Standings
This weekend’s matches are significant for various clubs in Ligue 1. The second-place Lens will host Strasbourg, currently fourth, on Saturday. Meanwhile, PSG will face Le Havre at their home ground, the Parc des Princes, later that day.
The PSG’s primary focus may also be the upcoming UEFA Champions League match against Tottenham, which follows a disappointing loss to Bayern Munich.
Ligue 1 Current Standings
| Position | Team | Points | Games Played | Wins | Draws | Losses | Goals For | Goals Against | Goal Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PSG | 27 | 12 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 24 | 11 | +13 |
| 2 | Marseille | 25 | 12 | 8 | 1 | 3 | 28 | 11 | +17 |
| 3 | Lens | 25 | 12 | 8 | 1 | 3 | 21 | 11 | +10 |
| 4 | Strasbourg | 22 | 12 | 7 | 1 | 4 | 24 | 16 | +8 |
As the season progresses, each match holds critical implications for league standings and potential European qualifications. Fans are eagerly anticipating the outcomes of this weekend’s games.
