A group of death for OM?

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By: Manu Tournoux

Sad first for OM

Unable to pass the preliminary rounds of the Champions League, Olympique de Marseille will have to settle for the Europa League this season. But OM are not immune to a tough chicken.

The dream has already passed for Olympique de Marseille. Outstripped by RC Lens in the race for second place in Ligue 1 behind PSG, OM hoped to pass the preliminary rounds to reach the Champions League. Alas, the Ciel et Blanc adventure ended in the third qualifying round. Consequence of his elimination on penalties against Panathinaikos. And if Marcelino’s men may regret certain refereeing decisions, this failure has also highlighted the shortcomings of the Olympian club.

Deprived of the Champions League, the Marseillais will try to catch up in the Europa League, which will also be contested by Stade Rennais and Toulouse FC. And if the task will necessarily be less complicated than on the upper floor, OM will not have the easy part. Like the Breton club, the Olympians will indeed have to settle for hat 2 in the draw, which will earn them a big name in European football.

Because in hat 1 are currently West Ham (ANG), Liverpool (ANG), AS Roma (ITA), Villareal (ESP), Bayer Leverkusen (GER), Atalanta (ITA) and Sporting (ORP). Seven clubs that Ajax Amsterdam could join if it comes out of the play-offs. And pot 3 will not be free of danger since Brighton (ENG) and Freiburg (GER), two of the nice surprises of last season, will be there. Hat 4, where Servette (SUI) and TSC Bakca Topola (SER) will take place, should be more lenient.

While waiting for the results of the play-offs which will be played on August 24 and 31, here is the composition of the hats which will preside over the draw for the Europa League which will be held on August 1.er september.

Hat 1

West Ham (ENG)
Liverpool (ENG)
AS Roma (ITA)
Villarreal (ESP)
Bayer Leverkusen (GER)
Atalanta (ITA)
Sporting (POR)

Hat 2

Stade Rennais (FRA)
Real Betis (ESP)
OM (FRA)

Hat 3

Brighton (ENG)
Freiburg (GER)

Hat 4

Toulouse (FRA) (OM cannot face a French club)
TSC Bakca Topola (SER)
Servette (SUI)

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Manu Tournoux

Manu Tournoux is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Manu discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, Manu's expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Manu enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans. Feel free to follow Manu on Twitter and interact with him as he shares his expert opinions, insights, and love for French football.

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