One week was enough to change the discourse around Olympique de Marseille. Leader before the 9th day of Ligue 1, the Marseille club then gave rise to a passionate debate: could Roberto De Zerbi's team really compete with PSG in the title race? But after the defeat on the lawn of RC Lens (2-1), the dynamic was reversed and doubts resurfaced.
On the set of Channel Football ClubLaure Boulleau summarized this sudden change in perception. “A week ago, we launched the debate: can Marseille hinder Paris Saint-Germain in the title race? And in a week, we have the impression that they are scuttling themselves a little”she observed.
“It’s excessive”
The observation is shared by Bertrand Latour, who questions the way in which the media and the public approach Marseille's performances. According to the journalist, excess enthusiasm or pessimism blurs the sporting reality of the club. “The problem with OM is that we are also schizophrenic in the treatment”he estimated.
“That is to say, Marseille wins three matches and they battle with PSG, who are the best team in the history of football. They lose two, we will say “aren’t they overrated?” “. It’s excessive”added Bertrand Latour. On a sporting level, however, OM remains well placed. Third, two points behind PSG before the 10th day, the Marseillais will host Angers at the Vélodrome next Wednesday (9:05 p.m.) before a trip to Auxerre on Saturday (9:05 p.m.).
