Olympique de Marseille will make the trip to Groupama Stadium for their Ligue 1 clash with Olympique Lyonnais on Sunday, 22 September. View our free Lyon vs Marseille predictions below.
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Lyon vs Marseille predictions: Visitors to draw first blood
Key stats
- Marseille opened the scoring in each of their last eight matches, while Lyon conceded first in four of their last five games.
- Lyon suffered three defeats in their last four encounters with Marseille.
- Olympique de Marseille are currently on an eight-match unbeaten run across all competitions (W6, D2).
- At least three goals were scored in four of the last six clashes between these teams.
Correct score prediction: Lyon 1-2 Marseille
While Marseille won six of their last eight games, Lyon suffered three defeats in their last five matches. Keeping in mind that Marseille won three of their last four encounters with Lyon, we are fairly confident that they will come out on top after all is said and done.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Marseille are bookies’ favourites
- HOME:19/10 (2.90) – 34.5%
- DRAW:11/4 (3.75) – 26.7%
- AWAY:6/5 (2.20) – 45.5%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Olympique de Marseille have enjoyed some fine form in recent weeks. They have no losses in their last eight matches, with six wins and two draws. In contrast, Lyon managed one win in their last five games, with a draw and three defeats.
Despite being on the road, Marseille are the expected winners at 6/5 (2.20). Teams with these odds generally have a 45.5% probability of winning.
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Additionally, three goals were scored on average in Lyon's last six matches, while seven of Marseille's last eight games went above the 2.5-goal line. Considering four of the last six meetings between these teams featured at the three goals, over 2.5 total goals has an appealing look at 11/20 (1.55). That one has a 64.5% chance of landing.
Most recent H2Hs: Another high-scoring affair on the cards?
At least three goals were scored in four of the last six skirmishes between Lyon and Marseille. Both teams have three wins apiece with two draws between them in their last eight encounters.
France Ligue 1 04/02/24
Lyon
Marseille
France Ligue 1 06/12/23
Marseille
Lyon
France Ligue 1 29/10/23
Marseille
Lyon
France Ligue 1 23/04/23
Lyon
Marseille
France Ligue 1 06/11/22
Marseille
Lyon
Lyon preview: Hoping to turn their fortunes around
Pierre Sage has no major injury concerns ahead of Marseille's visit, although Wilfried Zaha is questionable due to physical discomfort.
Predicted lineup: Perri (GK), Mata, Caleta-Car, Niakhate, Maitland-Niles, Caqueret, Matic, Tolisso, Vinicius, Mikautadze & Lacazette.
UEFA Europa League 03/10/24
W
Rangers
1
Lyon
4
France Ligue 1 29/09/24
W
Toulouse
1
Lyon
2
UEFA Europa League 26/09/24
W
Olympiakos
0
Lyon
2
France Ligue 1 22/09/24
L
Marseille
3
Lyon
2
France Ligue 1 15/09/24
D
Lens
0
Lyon
0
Marseille preview: Looking to maintain their perfect away record
Quentin Merlin (thigh injury), Faris Moumbagna (knee injury) and Ruben Blanco (knee injury) have been ruled out of action this weekend. It is also worth mentioning that Derek Cornelius will serve his one-game suspension after being dismissed for a second bookable offence last weekend.
Predicted lineup: Rulli (GK), Merlin, Brassier, Murillo, Balerdi, Hojbjerg, Rabiot, Greenwood, Harit, Henrique & Maupay.
France Ligue 1 29/09/24
L
Strasbourg
1
Marseille
0
France Ligue 1 22/09/24
W
Lyon
2
Marseille
3
France Ligue 1 14/09/24
W
Nice
0
Marseille
2
France Ligue 1 31/08/24
W
Toulouse
1
Marseille
3
France Ligue 1 25/08/24
D
Reims
2
Marseille
2
Player to watch: Luis Henrique
Luis Henrique was on the scoresheet in Marseille's 2-0 victory over Nice last weekend. He has been in sensational form for the visitors, scoring three times with two assists in four league assignments this season. The former Botafogo forward will look to continue his fine form as Marseille square off against Lyon this weekend.
