The Vélodrome is getting ready to vibrate for one of the last major meetings of the year, between Marseille and Lille. Buoyed by three consecutive league successes, Roberto De Zerbi’s men seem to have found their rhythm. The Italian technician demonstrated tactical mastery, particularly during the landmark victory against Monaco. But this time, OM will have to break a frustrating series: the Marseillais have not beaten Lille at home in the league since 2019.
Marseille wants to confirm its rise to power
With a stadium in meltdown, the Phocéens hope to maintain their momentum and end the year in style. However, the absence of injured Elie Wahi deprives De Zerbi of an important solution in attack. Despite this, the objective is clear: continue this momentum to assert their ambition in the race for first places. After putting an end to a series of poor performances at the Vélodrome against Monaco, OM hope to erase another embarrassing statistic against Lille.
Lille, a test of character for Genesio and his men
The Mastiffs, now under the orders of Bruno Genesio, remain on an important victory in the Champions League against Sturm Graz. However, fatigue is beginning to be felt within a group challenged on all fronts. A trip to Marseille promises to be a major challenge for a northern team which will have to prove its ability to compete against a direct competitor. Genesio, which is still looking for the ideal formula, will rely on collective strength to stay the course.
In this duel between two ambitious teams, the intensity will be there. Will Marseille succeed in breaking Lille’s series of invincibility? Or will the Mastiffs confirm their scratchy status? Response around 7 p.m.
Match time and location
OM – Lille
15th day of Ligue 1
Location: Stade Orange Vélodrome
At 5 p.m. French time
The probable lineups for the OM – Lille match
Marseille: Rulli – Murillo, Balerdi, Kondogbia – Luis Henrique, Hojbjerg, Rongier, Merlin – Greenwood, Rabiot – Maupay
Lille: Chevalier – Mandi, Diakité, Alexsandro, Gudmundsson – André, Mukau – Zhegrova, Haraldsson, Fernandez – David
On which channel can you watch the OM – Lille match?
The meeting between Olympique de Marseille and LOSC will be followed this Saturday, December 14 from 5 p.m. on BeIN Sports. You will also be able to watch the match in streaming on the group’s dedicated platform, BeIN Connect.
