As the 13th matchday of Ligue 1 approaches, Paris Saint-Germain’s position at the top is under threat. The current leaders are set to face Le Havre at their home ground, Parc des Princes, while Olympique de Marseille, led by standout striker Mason Greenwood, could potentially leapfrog them into first place. Marseille travels to Nice aiming for a victory that would lift them to the top of the standings.
Current Standings and Key Matchups
Marseille enters this critical match positioned second in the league, just two points behind PSG. They are tied with Lens, who currently sits in third place. The stakes are high as Marseille plays first among the top trio this weekend.
- Current Standings:
- 1. Paris SG – 27 points
- 2. Marseille – 25 points
- 3. Lens – 25 points
- 4. Strasbourg – 22 points
Mason Greenwood’s Impact
Mason Greenwood has become a key player for Marseille this season. The 24-year-old striker has already scored seven goals in Ligue 1, placing him among the league’s top scorers. He was recently named Player of the Month for October, notably scoring four goals in a significant 6-2 win over Le Havre.
Head coach Roberto De Zerbi has expressed his enthusiasm about Greenwood, hoping he continues to develop into one of Europe’s elite players. The team will need Greenwood’s skill as they prepare to face a challenging Nice side.
Defensive Challenges for Marseille
Despite their offensive prowess, Marseille faces considerable defensive challenges. Key defender Facundo Medina is recovering from an ankle injury. Additionally, Nayef Aguerd and Amir Murillo are both sidelined due to recent injuries, complicating Marseille’s defensive strategy.
Upcoming Matches and Fixtures
This weekend’s action includes several important fixtures:
- 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 (18:00 GMT)
- Toulouse vs. Angers (19:45 GMT)
- Lille vs. Paris FC (19:45 GMT)
The league is shaping up to be competitive, and this weekend’s results will be crucial in determining the race for the Ligue 1 title. With Marseille eyeing the top spot, fans can expect an exciting match against Nice.
