El-Balad previews the upcoming Ligue 1 clash between Lens and Marseille, highlighting predictions, team news, and potential lineups. This match is set to take place on matchday nine at the Stade Bollaert-Delelis.
Match Overview
Marseille currently leads Ligue 1, just two points ahead of Lens. A win for the visitors would solidify their top position. Both teams head into this matchup with impressive recent performances.
Lens’ Recent Performance
- Lens has started the season strong, accumulating 16 points so far.
- This marks their best start since the 2022-23 season, where they secured 18 points after eight matches.
- Under coach Pierre Sage, Lens has achieved a three-match home winning streak.
- The team has scored eight of their 12 league goals at home, with multiple goals in four of their last five home games.
- Defensively, Lens has conceded only seven goals, sharing the record for the fewest goals allowed in the league.
Marseille’s Dominant Form
- Marseille has been formidable this season, currently on a five-match winning streak in Ligue 1.
- They have outscored their opponents 17-3 during this streak.
- In the current season, Marseille leads the league with 21 goals scored, achieving multiple goals in five matches.
- Ruben Blanco is sidelined with a knee injury, while Geoffrey Kondogbia, Hamed Traore, and Amine Gouiri are doubtful for the match.
- Mason Greenwood had a standout performance with four goals in the previous match, raising his season total to six.
Head-to-Head History
In their last home encounter, Lens defeated Marseille 1-0 in 2023. However, Marseille had a 3-1 victory during their last visit to Lens, ending a previous two-match losing streak at Stade Bollaert-Delelis.
Predicted Lineups
Lens Potential Starting XI
- Risser; Gradit, Baidoo, Sarr; Aguilar, Sangare, Thomasson, Udol; Thauvin, Said; Edouard
Marseille Potential Starting XI
- Rulli; Pavard, Aguerd, Balerdi, Palmieri; O’Riley, Nadir; Greenwood, Gomes, Paixao; Maupay
Final Prediction
Our prediction for the match is a 1-1 draw. While Marseille’s offense has been impressive, they will encounter a resilient Lens defense.
