Opposed to Ajax Amsterdam this Thursday evening (9 p.m.), Olympique de Marseille has the opportunity to punch its ticket for the next round of this Europa League.
Stuck in the soft underbelly of the Ligue 1 ranking, Olympique de Marseille is experiencing its European campaign like an enchanted parenthesis. After the spectacular draw at the Johan Cruyff Arena two and a half months ago (3-3), the Marseille club meets the Dutch team for a prestigious meeting at the Vélodrome, this Thursday evening (kick-off at 9 p.m. ).
A match which could allow the Marseillais to secure a European future next spring. Several scenarios would be favorable in the event of performances against Ajax this Thursday evening. The first would consist of securing first place in the group and planning for the round of 16. For this, Marseille will have to win against Ajax while hoping for a setback for Brighton on the field of AEK Athens.
If OM brings down Ajax, at least qualification for the round of 16 will be assured. Furthermore, Olympique de Marseille could also secure their place in the round of 16 with a draw against the Dutch, but in this case AEK Athens will have to fail to win against Brighton.
In summary :
– OM qualified for the round of 16 if they win against Ajax Amsterdam and Brighton lose against AEK Athens.
– OM qualified for the round of 16 if they win against Ajax Amsterdam – whatever the result between AEK Athens and Brighton. Or if they draw against Ajax Amsterdam and AEK Athens does not win against Brighton.
