Lille welcome rivals Olympique de Marseille to the Stade Pierre-Mauroy on Friday in Ligue 1, as both teams push for European qualification.
The home team, Lille, enter this match in good form, having won three of their last five games. They secured a 1-0 away win over Le Havre last weekend, putting them in a confident position for this game.
The visitors, Marseille, recently drew 2-2 at home against Toulouse in their last league outing, ending their three-game winning streak. They are generally in strong form and are on an unbeaten run of four games.
Read our Lille vs Marseille predictions and preview to find out, but remember to also check our other Ligue 1 predictions.
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Lille vs Marseille prediction: Expect a draw
Key statistics
- Four of their last five clashes have featured BTTS.
- Both teams have played a 1-1 scoreline in two of their last five encounters.
- Three of their last five meetings have ended in a full-time draw.
Correct score prediction: Lille 1-1 Marseille
Given the form of both teams heading into this game, we expect a draw in this match. Lille have proved extremely difficult to beat at the Stade Pierre-Mauroy and hold a strong, undefeated record in their last five encounters against their rivals. Although Marseille are also strong in attack, we are therefore predicting a tight 1-1 draw in this game.
Pre-match odds and win probability: No clear favourite
- Home: 8/5 (2.60) – 38.5%
- Draw: 12/5 (3.40) – 29.4%
- Away: 8/5 (2.60) – 38.5%
*Odds provided by Ladbrokes. Subject to change.*
This game is very balanced, with both Lille OSC and Olympique Marseille priced at 2.60, giving each side an implied 38.5% chance of winning. The draw sits at 3.40 (29.4%), reflecting how tightly matched the two teams are ahead of kickoff.
Most recent head-to-head: Lille maintain undefeated streak
Looking at their previous records, the last five competitive meetings between Lille and Marseille show a dominant trend in favour of the home side, who have managed to remain undefeated. This sequence of results includes two victories for Lille and four draws.
The home team have not lost at their ground against the visitors, with four wins and one draw. Their recent meeting ended in a 1-1 draw in 2025 and a 1-1 draw in the Coupe de France in the same year.
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Lille preview: Host battling with some injuries
Lille will be missing several key players for this match. Alexsandro is still on the comeback trail from a leg injury and is not expected to feature, while Ousmane Toure remains out with a serious cruciate ligament injury. Marc-Aurele Caillard is sidelined with an elbow problem and Ayyoub Bouaddi will serve a suspension, further limiting the squad’s options.
Predicted lineup: Ozer (GK), Meunier, Ngoy, Mandi, Perraud, Bentaleb, Andre, Mukau, Correia, Giroud & Haraldsson
Last five fixtures
- 30.11.25 – Le Havre 0–1 Lille
- 27.11.25 – Lille 4–0 Din. Zagreb
- 23.11.25 – Lille 4–2 Paris FC
- 09.11.25 – Strasbourg 2–0 Lille
- 06.11.25 – Crvena zvezda 1–0 Lille
Marseille preview: The visitors are with injuries
Marseille, on the other hand, are set to be without Michael Murillo and Hamed Traore once again as they continue to recover from leg injuries. Facundo Medina is also sidelined with an ankle sprain, while Amine Gouiri remains doubtful due to a persistent back issue.
Predicted lineup: Rulli (GK), Weah, Pavard, Egan-Riley, Palmieri, Nadir, Hojbjerg, Greenwood, Gomes, Paixao & Aubameyang
Last five fixtures
- 29.11.25 – Marseille 2–2 Toulouse
- 25.11.25 – Marseille 2–1 Newcastle
- 21.11.25 – Nice 1–5 Marseille
- 08.11.25 – Marseille 3–0 Brest
- 05.11.25 – Marseille 0–1 Atalanta
Player to watch: Olivier Giroud
Olivier Giroud is one player Marseille need to be wary of in the Lille team. The experienced forward is in fine goal-scoring form, having recently netted a brace in his last Ligue 1 appearance.
Giroud has scored four goals this season and his experience and physical presence will be crucial in creating chances and leading the line. His ability to hold up the ball and finish opportunities will play a key role for Lille in this tie.