In an exciting Ligue 1 matchup, Olympique de Marseille has a chance to claim the top position as they face OGC Nice. This game marks the start of the 13th matchday, taking place on Friday. Currently, Marseille sits in second place, just two points behind leaders Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), with both teams in a tight race for the title.
Marseille’s Striker Greenwood Aims to Challenge PSG Leader
Mason Greenwood, Marseille’s standout striker, has been pivotal in their campaign this season. He was recently named the Ligue 1 Player of the Month for October, after scoring four goals in a sensational 6-2 victory over Le Havre. Overall, Greenwood has netted seven goals this season, trailing only Joaquín Panichelli of Strasbourg, who has nine goals, and Esteban Lepaul of Rennes with eight.
Marseille’s Current Form and Challenges
While Marseille boasts a strong attacking front led by Greenwood, they face significant defensive challenges. Key player Facundo Medina has been sidelined with an ankle injury since September. Additionally, Nayef Aguerd is recovering from a pubalgia, while Amir Murillo returned from international duty with a thigh injury.
The match against Nice is crucial for Marseille, as they seek to solidify their position and potentially lead the table. Friday night’s game will allow them to take the first step towards that goal, preceding the other title contenders’ matches on Saturday.
Upcoming Matches and League Standings
- Friday: Nice vs. Marseille (19:45 GMT)
- Saturday:
- Lens vs. Strasbourg (16:00 GMT)
- Rennes vs. Monaco (18:00 GMT)
- Paris SG vs. Le Havre (20:05 GMT)
- Sunday:
- Auxerre vs. Lyon (14:00 GMT)
- Nantes vs. Lorient (16:15 GMT)
- Brest vs. Metz
- Toulouse vs. Angers
- Lille vs. Paris FC (19:45 GMT)
Ligue 1 Standings
| 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 |
With Marseille poised to challenge PSG for the lead, fans can expect an intense matchup this Friday. The team’s performance could significantly impact the ongoing title race in Ligue 1.
