This Sunday, Ligue 1’s fifth round features a key match at the Vélodrome as Marseille takes on league leaders Paris Saint-Germain. Here’s a betting tip for this crucial game, highlighting favorable odds and strong possibilities.
Match Preview
Marseille, under Roberto De Zerbi, has had a solid start to the season, especially at home, where they have won their last six Ligue 1 matches at the Vélodrome, scoring at least three goals in each. However, their inconsistencies against top teams remain a concern, particularly in derby matches against PSG. Historically, Marseille has struggled to challenge PSG at home.
The team has a strong roster, but defensive gaps could be a problem. On the offensive side, players like Greenwood, Gouiri, and Weah can break through defenses. Nonetheless, Marseille may face pressure, and defensive mistakes could be costly against a team like PSG.
PSG has been impressive in Ligue 1 this season, remaining unbeaten after five rounds. Managed by Luis Enrique, they play efficiently, taking few risks and conceding just three goals so far. Their recent win over Lens marked six straight victories, including ten wins from their last twelve away games, with consistent scoring in each match.
Even without key players like Dembélé and Doué, PSG’s squad is top-notch, bolstered by the arrival of Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, who adds fresh energy to the wings. PSG has also dominated recent encounters at the Vélodrome, winning seven straight matches without Marseille scoring in any of them, indicating they are likely to control this rivalry again.
Probable Line-ups
- Marseille: De Lange, Murillo, Pavard, Aguerd, Medina, Gomes, Kondogbia, Greenwood, Nadir, Weah, Gouiri
- PSG: Chevalier, Hakimi, Zabarnyi, Beraldo, Hernandez, Lee Kang-in, Vitinha, Zaïre-Emery, Barcola, Ramos, Kvaratskhelia
Match Facts and Head-to-Head
- PSG has won their last seven away games at the Vélodrome across all competitions.
- All of Marseille’s last six Ligue 1 home games have had at least three goals scored.
- PSG has achieved ten victories in their last twelve away matches in the French top flight.
Prediction
While Marseille has a strong home streak, a derby against PSG presents a different challenge. The Parisians are in excellent form, have greater squad depth, and enjoy a psychological advantage in this match-up.