OM will face heavy challenges! A big match announced (OFFICIAL)

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By: Manu Tournoux

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Olympique de Marseille knows the date of its first major meeting of the year 2026.

It was a date awaited by the supporters, it is now official. THE Champions Trophy will take place on Thursday January 9, 2026 at 7 p.m.

The Professional Football League has communicated the planned date for this traditional meeting of French football, generally pitting the French champion against the winner of the Coupe de France.

A scenario which does not occur this year since Paris Saint-Germain was crowned on both tables. It is therefore Olympique de Marseille, runner-up to the capital’s club in Ligue 1, which will be on the program for this poster.

A revenge to take for PSG

“ The Champions Trophy scheduled for 7:00 p.m. on Thursday January 8, 2026. Organized with the Kuwait Football Federation, this meeting which will pit PSGFrench Ligue 1 McDonald’s champion and winner of the Coupe de France, at OMvice-champion of Ligue 1 McDonald’s, will be scheduled at 7:00 p.m. French time (9:00 p.m. in Kuwait). Broadcast in many countries, the meeting will be broadcast live by Ligue 1+ in France“, we can read in an official press release from the LFP.

This new Classic could allow Paris Saint-Germain to take revenge after the short setback conceded in the first shock of the season against its rival, at the Vélodrome, on September 22 (0-1). In the Marseille ranks, it will also and above all be an opportunity to bring home a trophy, 13 years after the Coupe de la Ligue, the last competition won by OM to date.

Manu Tournoux

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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, his 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.