Introduction
In the 25th round of the 2024/2025 Ligue 1 season, Olympique Marseille will host RC Lens at the Orange Vélodrome stadium. The match will kick off at 21:05 on March 8, 2025. The home team is currently in second place in the league, while the visitors are in ninth place. A win is important for both teams, as Marseille is fighting for the league title, while Lens is fighting for a place in the European Cup.
Team performance
Olympique Marseille: They have won four of their last five matches and lost one. In their last home match, they defeated Nantes 2-0. Their attacking line is extremely effective, as they have scored 52 goals in 24 matches, which is an average of more than two goals per match.
RC Lens: The visitors' form is fluctuating, losing four and winning one of their last five matches. In their last meeting, they suffered a 4-3 defeat against Le Havre at home. The defense looks vulnerable, as they have conceded 11 goals in their last four matches.
Important missing items
Olympique Marseille: For the home team, Derek Cornelius is suspended, while Amir Murillo, Amine Harit, Faris Moumbagna and Robinio Vaz are absent due to injury.
RC Lens: The visitors are without Denis Petric, Martin Satriano, Rémy Labeau-Lascary and Jhoanner Chavez due to injury. Herve Koffi, Neil El Aynaoui and Jeremy Agbonifo are questionable. M'Bala Nzola, Facundo Medina, Adrien Thomasson and Angelo Fulgini are also suspended.
Tactical analysis
Olympique Marseille: Head coach Roberto De Zerbi is expected to use a 3-4-2-1 formation. Geronimo Rulli will be in goal, with Leonardo Balerdi, Amir Murillo and Quentin Merlin in defence. Geoffrey Kondogbia, Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, Ismael Bennacer and Adrien Rabiot will control the midfield, while Luis Henrique, Mason Greenwood and Amine Gouiri will try to take the opponent's goal.
RC Lens: Head coach Will Still is likely to go with a 5-3-2 formation. Mathew Ryan will be in goal, with Ruben Aguilar, Jonathan Gradit, Malang Sarr, Facundo Medina and Deiver Machado in defence. Neil El Aynaoui and Adrien Thomasson will be in control in midfield, while Anass Zaroury, Florian Sotoca and Wesley Said will be looking to score in attack.
Weather conditions
On the day of the match, the weather in Marseille is expected to be pleasant, with temperatures around 13°C and no precipitation likely.
Tipmix tips
- Match winner: Olympique Marseille win. The home team is in better form and Lens is struggling with a number of missing players.
Summary and recommendation
Olympique Marseille have a better chance of winning due to their better form and Lens' absences. Home advantage and the effectiveness of their attacking line also work in their favor.
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