The Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) is facing pressure to maintain their lead in Ligue 1 as the 13th matchday approaches. Olympique de Marseille, led by striker Mason Greenwood, is well-positioned to take over the top spot if they secure a victory against Nice.
Marseille’s Position in the League
Currently, Marseille sits second in the Ligue 1 standings, just two points behind PSG. They are tied with Lens, who holds third place. As the first team to play among these three contenders, Marseille has the opportunity to temporarily leap to first place.
Mason Greenwood’s Impact
Mason Greenwood has emerged as a key player for Marseille this season. At just 24 years old, he has already scored seven goals in the league. His impressive performance earned him the title of October’s Player of the Month.
- Goals: 7 in Ligue 1
- Most valuable player for October
Despite his individual success, Marseille’s defensive issues have become a concern. Injuries to players such as Facundo Medina and Nayef Aguerd have left the team vulnerable. The recent injury to Amir Murillo has further complicated their defensive strategy.
Upcoming Matches
This weekend’s matches will also be crucial for the title race. On Saturday, Lens will face Strasbourg, while PSG will play against Le Havre at their home ground, Parc des Princes.
Ligue 1 Matchday 13 Schedule
- Friday: Nice vs. Marseille (19h45 GMT)
- Saturday:
- Lens vs. Strasbourg (16h00 GMT)
- Rennes vs. Monaco (18h00 GMT)
- Paris SG vs. Le Havre (20h05 GMT)
- Sunday:
- Auxerre vs. Lyon (14h00 GMT)
- Nantes vs. Lorient (16h15 GMT)
- Brest vs. Metz
- Toulouse vs. Angers
- Lille vs. Paris FC (19h45 GMT)
Ligue 1 Standings Summary
| Position | Team | Points | Games Played | Wins | Draws | Losses | Goals For | Goals Against | Goal Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Paris SG | 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 |
| 5 | Lille | 20 | 12 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 23 | 15 | 8 |
The upcoming matches will be pivotal for all teams involved in the title race, especially for Marseille and PSG. As the season progresses, every point will be crucial in determining the league champion.
