As the 13th matchday of Ligue 1 begins, Paris Saint-Germain’s top position is at risk. The Olympique de Marseille, led by striker Mason Greenwood, has the chance to claim first place if they secure a victory against Nice. Currently, Marseille sits in second place, just two points behind PSG and tied on points with Lens, who are in third.
Marseille Aims for Leadership
Being the first of the top teams to play, Marseille can temporarily rise to the top spot if they win. The recent international break has left both fans and players eager for the return of league action.
Player Performance
Mason Greenwood has emerged as a standout player for Marseille this season. He received the title of Ligue 1 Player of the Month for October after scoring four goals in a single match against Le Havre, contributing to a 6-2 victory. The 24-year-old forward has now netted a total of seven goals in Ligue 1.
Injury Concerns
While Marseille boasts a potent attack, defensive solidity remains a pressing issue. Facundo Medina has been sidelined with an ankle injury since September. Additionally, Nayef Aguerd faces challenges with pubalgia, and Amir Murillo recently returned early from international duty due to a thigh injury.
Upcoming Matches in Ligue 1
On Saturday, the competition continues as Lens hosts Strasbourg, while PSG takes on Le Havre, looking to maintain their lead. Here’s a quick overview of the weekend’s schedule:
- 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 (19:45 GMT)
- Lille vs. Paris FC
Current 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 |
| 4 | Strasbourg | 22 | 12 | 7 | 1 | 4 | 24 | 16 | +8 |
| 5 | Lille | 20 | 12 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 23 | 15 | +8 |
With intense competition at the top, fans can look forward to an exciting matchday ahead. Will Mason Greenwood and Marseille seize the opportunity to move to first place, or will PSG hold their ground?
