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Marseille's chaotic season is getting worse and a Champions League place is slipping away

APRIL 20 • Associated Press

Marseille's Champions League hopes take a hit with another defeat in Ligue 1

Marseille’s hopes of qualifying directly for next season’s Champions League took another hit with a 2-0 loss at Lorient in Ligue 1

APRIL 18 • Associated Press

Akliouche shines as resurgent Monaco beats slumping Lyon and Lille wins at Marseille

Maghnes Akliouche scores a brilliant individual goal and American forward Folarin Balogun nets a penalty as Monaco rallies to win 2-1 at Lyon for a sixth straight league victory

MARCH 22 • Associated Press

Same old problems for Marseille despite a new coach as another trophyless season looms

Marseille's French Cup exit midweek realistically means another trophyless season for the southern club

MARCH 5 • Associated Press

Marseille faces another trophyless season after losing to Toulouse in French Cup

Marseille’s long wait for a trophy continues after it twice threw away the lead against Toulouse before losing on penalties in the French Cup quarterfinals

MARCH 4 • Associated Press

Ousmane Dembele sends ominous 'we're back' message to PSG's rivals after scoring another Puskas contender in 5-0 Classique rout of Mason Greenwood's Marseille

Ousmane Dembele sent an ominous message to Paris Saint-Germain's domestic and European rivals after scoring another Puskas Award contender a...

FEBRUARY 8 • goal

Ousmane Dembele sends ominous 'we're back' message to PSG's rivals after scoring another Puskas contender in 5-0 Classique rout of Mason Greenwood's Marseille

Dembélé stars as PSG crushes bitter rival Marseille 5-0 to regain top spot in Ligue 1

Ballon d’Or winner Ousmane Dembélé stars with two goals and an assist as Paris Saint-Germain beats bitter rival Marseille 5-0 to reclaim top spot in Ligue 1

FEBRUARY 8 • Associated Press

Clear illness Balerdi (illness) is in the squad for the Trophee des Champions' game against Paris Saint-Germain on Thursday, the club posted.

Impact Balerdi has cleared the illness that made him miss the defeat against Nantes on Sunday and is now available for the Olympians to face Paris Saint-Germain in the Trophee des Champions happening on Thursday in Koweit. Balerdi should resume a starting role given the recent performance of Marseille against the Canaries and while Nayef Aguerd remains unavailable due to international duty.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Misses with illness Balerdi missed Sunday's 2-0 defeat against Nantes due to illness, according to Bruno Blanzat from La Provence.

Impact Balerdi was missing from the match squad for Sunday's game against Nantes due to illness, and his absence was a blow for the Olympians, as it forced coach Roberto de Zerbi to start Conrad Jonathan Egan-Riley and Facundo Medina in the backline, who had not seen much playing time this season. Both are likely to see increased playing time moving forward if the captain remains out, since Nayef Aguerd is still in Morocco for the AFCON. Balerdi's next chance to feature will come against Angers on Jan. 17.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in return Balerdi assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Friday's 5-1 victory against Nice.

Impact Balerdi won six aerial duels and timed his defensive interventions well, contributing one tackle three interceptions and five clearances during the derby for his return to the starting XI following his calf injury. He also attacked corners and generated danger late when Nice pushed forward, helping Marseille seal the game with an assist for Mason Greenwood's second goal in the 53rd minute. His positional discipline allowed the full backs to push higher up the pitch and his distribution was brilliant as he reclaimed the precious role he holds under coach Roberto de Zerbi.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in derby Balerdi (calf) is in the starting lineup for Friday's game against Nice.

Impact Balerdi trained without issues throughout the week, so he'll start and operate as the anchor of the defensive line. He'll play his regular role at center-back next to Benjamin Pavard while also captaining the side. Balerdi has started in seven of his nine league appearances this season.

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back available for derby Balerdi (calf) trained in full this week and is back available for Friday's derby against Nice, the club posted.

Impact Balerdi is an option again after fully recovering from a calf injury that sidelined him in the last four games. The Marseille's captain is available for the derby against Nice and could return directly to the starting XI now that he is available, as he remains the key player to start possession from the back in coach Roberto de Zerbi's system.

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Training normally Wednesday Balerdi (calf) was spotted training normally with the team on Wednesday, according to La Minute OM.

Impact Balerdi seems to have fully recovered from his calf injury over the international break since he has been training normally with the squad on Wednesday. This is good news for Marseille since it suggests he should be back available for Friday's clash against Nice and will likely claim back his starting role in central defense if deemed fit enough to start.

NOVEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to resume training Balerdi (calf) is expected to resume team training in the coming days, according to L'Equipe.

Impact Balerdi has missed the last four games across all competitions due to a calf injury but is nearing a return since he is expected to resume full team training in the coming days. The captain of Marseille will hope to be back available as soon as possible to help the team since Nayef Aguerd (groin) is ruled out for a long time due to injury and Balerdi is expected to get a larger role in central defense. If the Argentinian cannot return for Friday's clash against Nice, Conrad Jonathan Egan-Riley is expected to start in the backline again.

NOVEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Balerdi (calf) remains out for the time being, coach Roberto de Zerbi said in the press conference, according to Karim Attab from Maritima Media.

Impact Balerdi hasn't fully recovered from his calf injury yet and is out for the time being. The captain of OM will hope to recover in time during the break to be back available for the clash agaisnt Nice on Nov. 21. Until then, Conrad Jonathan Egan-Riley is expected to keep his role in the backline.

NOVEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

PSG's injury crisis so bad that Luis Enrique is questioning his management

The injuries are piling up so much for Paris Saint-Germain that coach Luis Enrique is questioning his management of the squad

NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • Associated Press

Won't return against Atalanta Balerdi (calf) won't return for Wednesday's clash against Atalanta in the Champions League, coach Roberto De Zerbi said in the press conference, according to Karim Attab from Marit...

Impact Balerdi will miss a third game in a row due to a calf injury and won't return for Wednesday's clash against Atalanta in the Champions League as he is still not ready. The captain has been dealing with injuries since last season and will hope to return soon since he is key in Roberto De Zerbi's system to launch attacking phases. Until then, Conrad Jonathan Egan-Riley is expected to get a larger role in the backline for OM.

NOVEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Could return against Atalanta Balerdi (calf) is expected to be available for Wednesday's clash against Atalanta in the Champions League, according to Massilia Zone.

Impact Balerdi missed the last two games due to a calf injury but is expected to return for Wednesday's clash against Atalanta in the Champions League. The captain of OM has been an undisputed starter in the backline for the Phoceans and should claim back that role if deemed fully fit for the game.

NOVEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Set to train in November Balerdi (calf) is expected to return to training in November, Marseille announced.

Impact Balerdi is expected to return to team training on Nov. 3. The defender won't be fit to make a return until after that, meaning the earliest he could return is a Nov. 5 clash with Atalanta. The defender might not be able to return until after the international break.

OCTOBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Wednesday Balerdi (undisclosed) is ruled out for Wednesday's clash against Angers, coach Roberto de Zerbi said in the press conference.

Impact Balerdi is dealing with an injury and won't be available for Wednesday's clash against Angers. Coach Roberto De Zerbi mentioned it was a precaution, but this is a big blow for OM since Balerdi is the captain and a regular starter in the backline. Nayef Aguerd and Benjamin Pavard are expected to start in central defense while he is out, although Conrad Jonathan Egan-Riley could also see some playing time in upcoming games.

OCTOBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

United States winger Tim Weah injured during Marseille's 2-1 loss to Lens in French league

American winger Tim Weah left the field with what appeared to be a thigh injury during Marseille’s 2-1 loss to Lens after providing his first assist for the French league club duri...

OCTOBER 26, 2025 • Associated Press

Greenwood scores four as Marseille routs Le Havre and takes command of Ligue 1

Mason Greenwood has scored four goals as Marseille routed Le Havre 6-2 in Ligue 1

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • Associated Press

Bench option Balerdi (undisclosed) is on the bench for Tuesday's match against Ajax.

Impact Balerdi has made the bench after he was listed as a late call, with the defender passing testing to be a bench option. This is good news for the club, as he started in their last three games, likely to return to that spot moving forward after testing his legs.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Uncertain Tuesday Balerdi is a doubt for Tuesday's clash with Ajax, according to RMCSport, after he failed to train Monday.

Impact Balerdi is a doubt for Tuesday's clash after missing Monday's training session. It would be a major blow if the defender is ruled out for the Champions League clash, especially with other options in the backline already injured. Facundo Medina could start in central defense if Balerdi can't play.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Impressive in defense Balerdi had three tackles (one won), six clearances and three interceptions in Monday's 1-0 win over Paris Saint-Germain.

Impact Balerdi produced a crucial recovery tackle on Goncalo Ramos during PSG's best spell in the second half and was a real leader in the area in front of Geronimo Rulli. The captain had a difficult start to the season with inconsistent performances but was brilliant against Real Madrid and confirmed his form on Monday against PSG, contributing three tackles, three interceptions and six clearances to give no chance to the Parisians to enter the box.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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