PREVIEW | Paris FC vs Marseille - team news, lineups, predictions

[(Paris FC) Strength]:
1. Paris FC are in 14th place in the league with 20 points, 6 points ahead of the relegation zone. They also need to keep scoring points in this game to stay away from the relegation zone.
2. Ilan Kebbal has contributed 1 goal and 1 assist in the last three matches. This season, he has scored 7 goals and provided 5 assists for the team, making him the player with the most direct goal involvement.

[(Paris FC) Weakness]:
1. Pierre Melou possesses strong defensive and interception abilities in midfield. However, he has been sidelined for an extended period due to injury and will continue to miss this match.
2. Paris FC drew with Angers in their last game, ending their previous two-game winning streak and breaking the team's good form.
3. Paris FC have achieved 3 draws and 3 losses in their last 6 home games, indicating a weak home performance.
4. Paris FC have conceded 10 goals in their last 6 home matches, indicating that the team's defense at home still needs improvement to avoid unnecessary points being dropped.

[(Olympique de Marseille) Strength]:
1. Olympique de Marseille are in third place in the league with 38 points. To maintain their position in the top three of the Champions League, they need to secure three points in this match to solidify their lead.
2. Igor Paixao has scored 9 goals and provided 3 assists this season, making him the team's second-highest scorer. In the last two league matches, he has contributed 1 goal and 1 assist.
3. Olympique de Marseille secured a 3-1 victory over RC Lens, who are second in the league, in their last league match. The team's performance in the league has been outstanding and they are in top form.
4. In the most recent encounter between the two teams, Olympique de Marseille won 5-2 at home against Paris FC, holding a clear psychological edge.

[(Olympique de Marseille) Weakness]:
1. Greenwood has scored 20 goals this season, but he has failed to score in the last three games and is in a goal drought.
2. Olympique de Marseille have suffered defeats in both of their recent Champions League matches, losing 0-3 in each game. Their underwhelming performance in the Champions League has significantly dented the team's confidence.

[Tips]:
Despite suffering consecutive defeats and delivering lackluster performances in the Champions League, Olympique de Marseille have maintained remarkable stability in domestic competitions. In their most recent league match, they secured a convincing 3-1 victory over RC Lens, who are currently second in the league, demonstrating their reliable strength in league play.

Although Paris FC pulled off an upset by defeating Paris Saint-Germain, their performances in the league remain inconsistent. The team struggle to maintain stability and secure higher positions in the standings.

Olympique de Marseille are expected to win away from home.

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