Looking to put their off-field issues behind them and get back on track, Marseille entertain the challenge of Strasbourg at the Orange Velodrome on Saturday evening.
The home side recently parted ways with manager Roberto De Zerbi after a 5-0 thrashing against Paris Saint-Germain last time out, a result which left them 12 points adrift in the title race.
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Marseille vs Strasbourg prediction: Les Phoceens to prevail
Key stats
- Each of Marseille's last nine matches has produced at least three goals, and the same can be said for each of Strasbourg's last six outings.
- Since ending 2025 with three straight wins, this weekend's hosts have lost five of their 10 outings across all competitions this year.
- Meanwhile, the away side have opened the scoring in seven of their last nine matches, winning six of them (D1, L2).
Correct score prediction: Marseille 2-1 Strasbourg
With everything going on behind the scenes, Strasbourg will sense an opportunity to cause an upset and come away with maximum points from an opposing ground where they have not won any of their last seven matches.
While the gulf in class between the teams is no longer as wide as it used to be, we still fancy the home side to come out on top.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Marseille fancied, but do not count Strasbourg out
- HOME: 7/10 (1.70) – 58.8%
- DRAW: 3/1 (4.00) – 25%
- AWAY: 10/3 (4.33) – 23.1%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Marseille have scored the most goals at home in Ligue 1 this term (27), and this has seen them win seven of their 10 league outings at the Orange Velodrome.
Taking charge of proceedings for the time being, Jacques Abardonado has been backed to lead his side to all three points with a 58.8% probability.
Only Metz, Nice and Rennes have conceded more goals on the road than Strasbourg; something they will need to be wary of if they are to pull the rabbit out of the hat and secure an away triumph currently priced at 10/3 (4.33).
Since taking over from Liam Rosenior, Gary O'Neil has made a decent start to life in charge ahead of arguably his toughest away test so far.
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Most recent H2Hs: Draws the order of the day
The last three meetings between Marseille and Stasbourg have seen both teams win one game apiece, but before that, there were four straight stalemates, meaning five of the last seven editions of this fixture have ended with honours even.
France Ligue 1 26/09/25
Strasbourg
Marseille
France Ligue 1 19/01/25
Marseille
Strasbourg
France Ligue 1 29/09/24
Strasbourg
Marseille
France Ligue 1 12/01/24
Marseille
Strasbourg
France Ligue 1 25/11/23
Strasbourg
Marseille
Marseille preview: Clean bill of health
With no injury or suspension concerns, Marseille have everyone available as they seek a much-needed win amid a chaotic week.
A new manager is likely to be in place before Les Phoceens head to Brest, but Saturday's hosts will have to navigate their upcoming assignment with interim boss Abardonado.
Predicted lineup: De Lange (GK), Weah, Aguerd, Medina, Emerson, Hojbjerg, Timber, Kondogbia, Gouiri, Nwaneri & Greenwood
Marseille's last five matches:
- 08/02/26: Paris Saint-Germain 5-0 Marseille (Ligue 1)
- 03/02/26: Marseille 3-0 Rennes (Coupe de France)
- 31/01/26: Paris FC 2-2 Marseille (Ligue 1)
- 28/01/26: Club Brugge 3-0 Marseille (Champions League)
- 24/01/26: Marseille 3-1 Lens (Ligue 1)
Strasbourg preview: Ismael Doukoure misses out due to suspension
After featuring in each of Strasbourg's last 14 matches, Ismael Doukoure will not play any part on Saturday as he serves a ban following his sending-off against Le Havre last time out.
Emmanuel Emegha (thigh), Aaron Anselmino (thigh) and Guela Doue (ankle) are also out of contention, barring any late changes, while Abdoul Ouattara is a huge doubt.
Predicted lineup: Penders (GK), Chilwell, Omobamidele, Hogsberg, Mwanga, Barco, El Mourabet, Godo, Enciso, Moreira & Panichelli
Strasbourg's last five matches:
- 08/02/26: Le Havre 2-1 Strasbourg (Ligue 1)
- 05/02/26: Strasbourg 3-1 Monaco (Coupe de France)
- 01/02/26: Strasbourg 1-2 Paris Saint-Germain (Ligue 1)
- 25/01/26: Lille 1-4 Strasbourg (Ligue 1)
- 18/01/26: Strasbourg 2-1 Metz (Ligue 1)
Player to watch – Joaquin Panichelli
With three goals and three assists in seven matches, Panichelli has been a bright spark for Strasbourg this year after ending 2025 on a rough patch.
In the continued absence of Emmanuel Emegha, Strasbourg will need their Argentinian striker to continue his rich vein of form if they are to mount a European charge.