In what plays out as a do-or-die clash, two teams vying for a play-off spot draw swords for maximum points in the final UCL matchweek, as Olympique de Marseille travel north to Club Brugge on Wednesday, 28 January.
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- Club Brugge have scored four goals in back-to-back victories.
- The Blue-Back have conceded 17 goals in seven UCL games.
- Marseille haven’t played out a single draw in their UCL campaign (W3, L4).
- Les Olympiens have netted 23 goals across their last five away games.
Correct score prediction: Club Brugge 2-2 Marseille
As expected, Club Brugge ended a two-match losing streak with a comfortable 4-1 victory over Kazakh minnows Kairat Almaty last time out. They followed up with a 4-3 Belgian Pro League win over Waregem, and now require nothing but a victory in their final attempt at qualification to the UCL knockouts.
On the other hand, Marseille enter this round following a 3-1 victory over former Ligue 1 leaders Lens. However, it remains to be seen if they can translate their form onto the European stage, especially after Liverpool shipped three past them without reply in the previous matchday.
Club Brugge can overtake Marseille in the standings with a win, but the Olympians aren’t expected to back down without a fight. We predict a hard-fought draw taking place at Jan Breydel Stadium.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Marseille the slight favourites
- HOME: 7/4 (2.75) – 36.3%
- DRAW: 13/5 (3.60) – 27.7%
- AWAY: 11/8 (2.37) – 42.1%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Ivan Leko’s Brugge need a third straight victory across all competitions if they’re to mirror last UCL’s run to the round of 16. They are assigned odds of 7/4 (2.75), which suggest a 36.3% chance of triumph on home turf.
Marseille can do away with a draw and qualify inside the top 24, provided results elsewhere go their way. The bookies view the visitors as favourites with odds of 11/8 (2.37), indicating a 42.1% win probability rate.
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Most recent H2Hs: Can Club Brugge turn the tide?
The two teams met twice in Marseille’s 1992/93 Champions League title-winning season in Group A. Club Brugge lost both matches via a 4-0 aggregate scoreline.
Brugge preview: Can they impress the home faithful?
Christos Tzolis and Tristan van den Heuvel are doubtful to appear for the full duration of the match.
Predicted lineup: Jackers (GK), Stankovic, Ordonez, Mechele, Seys, Vanaken, Onyedika, Forbs, Vermant, Diakhon & Tresoldi
Last five matches:
- Club Brugge 4-3 Waregem (Jupiler Pro League)
- Kairat 1-4 Club Brugge (UEFA Champions League)
- Club Brugge 2-3 La Louviere (Jupiler Pro League)
- Charleroi 2-0 Club Brugge (Belgian Cup)
- Club Brugge 2-2 Sturm Graz (Club Friendly)
Marseille preview: Can OM steal a victory?
Emerson and Bilal Nadir are out for Marseille, while Benjamin Pavard is suspended due to accumulation of yellow cards.
Predicted lineup: Rulli (GK), Medina, Aguerd, Balerdi, Paixao, Timber, Hojbjerg, Weah, Greenwood, Nwaneri & Gouiri
Last five matches:
- Marseille 3-1 Lens (Ligue 1)
- Marseille 0-3 Liverpool (UEFA Champions League)
- Angers 2-5 Marseille (Ligue1)
- Bayeux 0-9 Marseille (Coupe de France)
- PSG 2-2 Marseille (4-1 on penalties) (Trophee des Champions)
Player to watch: Hans Vanaken
Vanaken has been significant in both of Brugge’s recent successes, with a goal and an assist against Kairat, before providing an assist for Aleksander Stankovic’s goal in the 4-3 win over Waregem. The 33-year-old midfielder and club captain should prove vital in mobilizing his troops to nullify Marseille’s midfield line.