Marseille Team News - Soccer

Gary O'Neil leads Strasbourg to 2-1 win over Metz in Ligue 1 debut

Gary O’Neil has enjoyed a successful Ligue 1 debut as Strasbourg's new coach, leading his team to a 2-1 victory over Metz on Sunday

4 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Amir Murillo - Early assist sparks OM's surge Murillo assisted once to go with two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 5-2 win versus Angers.

Impact Murillo delivered the low cross that Amine Gouiri converted in the 19th minute to open the scoring. His well timed forward movement from the right side gave Marseille an extra runner and helped unbalance Angers' defensive shape early. That first goal forced Angers to open up, and Marseille exploited the space relentlessly for the rest of the half. Murillo tied his season high of four tackles while operating in a more central role than usual after entering Marseille's back three during the absence of Benjamin Pavard (undisclosed). That said, the entire Marseille team operated in hybrid roles in possession, which allowed Murillo to make a run into the opponent's box and deliver the cross that secured his first assist of the season in Ligue 1.

19 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg - Brillant outing with assist Hojbjerg assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and five chances created in Saturday's 5-2 victory over Angers.

Impact Hojbjerg supplied the assist for Igor Paixaos late goal, keeping Marseilles tempo high even after the second half changes. His late involvement helped Marseille close the match with control rather than simply seeing it out. The pass for the fifth goal punctuated a night where Marseille produced 23 attempts and dictated the entire rhythm. Hojbjerg found a season high five created chances as he was able to play forward more often at Raymond Kopa thanks to the pairing with Bilal Nadir in midfield, which helped him in recoveries.

19 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Igor Paixao - Finds back of net off bench Paixao scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 5-2 victory against Angers.

Impact Paixao entered the pitch around the hour mark and eventually put the game away in the 88th minute, finishing from Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg's pass to restore Marseille's four-goal lead. Paixao could have scored another goal earlier, but his shot came off close to the post. The late goal rewarded his lively cameo off the bench and ensured Marseille's dominance was properly reflected on the scoreboard. Paixao has been an undisputed starter for Marseille this season, contributing eight goals and two assists in 21 appearances, but he might see less playing time in the coming weeks since Hamed Traore is back from injury and performing well in that role for OM.

19 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Tim Weah - Scores header before break Weah scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 5-2 win over Angers.

Impact Weah scored in the 40th minute in Saturday's clash against the SCO, heading home from close range after a Hamed Traore assist to make it 4-0. He had already tested Koffi in the 4th minute, and his running consistently stretched Angers' backline during Marseille's best spell. The goal rewarded his early threat and capped a near-flawless first half from the visitors. Weah has now contributed three goals in 15 appearances for Marseille, having been a consistent performer in various positions for the Phoceans and showing the board they were right to trust him to relaunch his career after a disappointing season at Juventus.

19 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Mason Greenwood - Scores goal in victory Greenwood scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 5-2 victory versus Angers.

Impact Greenwood gave Marseille a two goal lead in the 24th minute, finishing an Emerson feed after cutting inside onto his stronger side. His first intention low shot left Herve Koffi stunned and raised his total to 12 goals in 17 appearances this season. Greenwood now leads the top of the goalscorers by two goals and is looking to add more to his tally in pursuit of a back to back Golden Boot after finishing level with Ousmane Dembele last season. The star will look to put in a strong performance in Wednesday's clash against Liverpool, a team he knows well after scoring one goal and providing one assist in five appearances against the Reds.

19 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Amine Gouiri - Opens scoring against Angers Gouiri scored one goal to go with six shots (three on goal) and four chances created in Saturday's 5-2 victory versus Angers.

Impact Gouiri broke the deadlock in the 19th minute, turning in Amir Murillo's low cross to reward Marseille's strong start against the SCO. He had already been denied early by Herve Koffi, and his movement kept Angers pinned deep until he was withdrawn around the hour mark. The Algerian returned from injury with class and delivered his best outing of the season on Saturday, contributing to season highs with six shots and four chances created while being essential for Marseille in the frontline. Gouiri helps the fluidity of Roberto de Zerbi's system, which showed its best version of the campaign during that match.

19 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Hamed Junior Traore - Two goal contributions in victory Traore scored one goal and assisted once from two shots and three chances created in Saturday's 5-2 victory over Angers.

Impact Traore scored Marseille's third goal in the 34th minute from an Emerson delivery, then provided the assist for Timothy Weah's header right before the break, as the Olympians ran away with the match before halftime. Traore was influential between the lines, creating three chances to go with two shots, which highlighted why OM signed him over the summer. The attacking midfielder has dealt with several injuries since the beginning of the season but is now set to contribute for Marseille and could see decent playing time in the frontline, although he faces competition from Igor Paixao for a starting role.

19 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Geronimo Rulli - One save in win Rulli made one save and allowed two goals in Saturday's 5-2 win over Angers.

Impact Rulli was rarely tested, with Angers managing only three shots on target, and he finished with one save in a comfortable Marseille win at Raymond Kopa. He was beaten twice, conceding to Amine Sbai just before halftime and Jim Allevinah in stoppage time, and he could not do much on either goal. Marseille's control of possession and shot volume kept his workload minimal for long stretches. The Argentine will look to build on that performance in the significant Champions League clash coming on Wednesday against Liverpool.

19 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Wesley Saïd leads Ligue 1 leader Lens to 10th straight win

Winger Wesley Saïd has scored a superb goal and led Lens to a 10th consecutive win across all competitions

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Angel Gomes - Available against Angers Gomes (calf) is an option for Saturday's clash against Angers, the club posted.

Impact Gomes has cleared his recent calf injury suffered in the Coupe de France against Bayeux since he has been included in the match squad for Saturday's clash against Angers. That said, following the return of Arthur Vermeeren from suspension, the Englishman will likely resume a bench role moving forward for the Olympians.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Benjamin Pavard - Not available Saturday Pavard (undisclosed) is not available for Saturday's clash against Angers due to a minor issue, the club posted.

Impact Pavard suffered a minor issue following the Coupe de France win against Bayeux and was left out of the match squad for Saturday's clash against Angers. This is likely as a precaution to have him fit for Wednesday's important Champions League game against Liverpool at the Velodrome. Amir Murillo or Conrad Jonathan Egan-Riley are the likely options to replace him depending on the system chosen by coach Roberto de Zerbi.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Igor Paixao - Available after rest Paixao is back available after being rested in the French Cup, coach Roberto de Zerbi said in the press conference. "Everyone else is fine."

Impact Paixao was rested in the Coupe de France but is now fully an option for Saturday's clash against Angers. The forward is expected to resume his starting role on the left wing, although he might see some decreased playing time with the returns of Amine Gouiri and Hamed Traore from injuries.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Angel Gomes - Late call against Angers Angel (calf) is a late call for Saturday's clash against Angers, coach Roberto de Zerbi said in the press conference. "Angel came off with a calf problem, we'll see."

Impact Angel was forced off in the large French Cup victory against Bayeux due to a calf injury and will be a late call for Saturday's clash against the SCO. The midfielder will be assessed after the final training session to know if he can make the squad, eventhough a potential absence won't impact much the starting XI since he has mainly been a bench option recently and reportedly close to make a move away from Marseille.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Benjamin Pavard - Doubtful against Angers Pavard (undisclosed) is dealing with a minor issue and is a doubt for Saturday's clash against Angers, coach Roberto de Zerbi said in the press conference. "Maybe Pavard won't be t...

Impact Pavard has been dealing with a minor issue this week and is a doubt for Saturday's clash against Angers. The center-back will likely be a late call after Friday's final training session and if he had to miss the game on Saturday, a change will have to be made in the backline since he is an undisputed starter for OM this season, with Conrad Jonathan Egan-Riley as a likely option to start if he misses out.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Little Lens blossoming into serious rival for big spender PSG in Ligue 1 title race

Lens has gone from surprise front runner to serious title contender in Ligue 1

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Roma signs teenage forward Robinio Vaz from Marseille

Roma has signed 18-year-old forward Robinio Vaz from Marseille for a reported transfer fee of 25 million euros

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Mason Greenwood's hat trick powers Marseille to a 9-0 victory in French Cup

Mason Greenwood scores a hat trick and sets up two other goals as Marseille crushes regional team Bayeux 9-0 to reach the last 16 of the French Cup

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Angel Gomes - Scores, leaves with injury Tuesday Angel scored a goal but was unable to finish Tuesday's Coupe de France meeting with Bayeux FC.

Impact Angel was starting to gain momentum with one goal and an assist in his last two cup games, so the event of a serious issue would leave the squad without a strong midfield asset. Still, the extent of the blow remains to be revealed. He was replaced by Darryl Bakola after the injury, but perhaps Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg and Arthur Vermeeren will have better chances of returning to the lineup going forward.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Igor Paixao - Not available in Cup Paixao (undisclosed) trained indoors on Monday and isn't an option for Tuesday's clash against Bayeux in the French Cup, the club posted.

Impact Paixao is dealing with some issues as he didn't train with the team on Monday and is out from the match squad for Tuesday's clash against Bayeux in the French Cup. The Brazilian will likely be assessed ahead of Saturday's clash against Angers and if he had to miss some time, Hamed Traore will likely see a larger role for OM in the frontline, eventhough Amine Gouiri could also start on the left wing, letting Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang starting as the number 9.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Rolland Courbis, a passionate figure in French soccer, dies at 72

Former Marseille coach Rolland Courbis, a charismatic figure in French soccer, has died at 72, according to his employer

6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Brazil forward Endrick scores in Lyon debut in French Cup win at Lille

Brazil forward Endrick scores in his club debut as Lyon wins 2-1 at Lille to reach the last 16 of the French Cup

6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Tears flowed for Marseille coach De Zerbi after agonizing defeat to bitter rival PSG

Marseille coach Roberto De Zerbi was left in tears after his side’s agonizing defeat to bitter rival Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions Trophy

JANUARY 9 • Associated Press

Gonçalo Ramos' last-gasp equalizer helps PSG win Champions Trophy in penalty shootout

Gonçalo Ramos has scored a late equalizer and Paris Saint-Germain defeated Marseille in a penalty shootout to win the Champions Trophy

JANUARY 8 • Associated Press

Bilal Nadir - Suspended against PSG Nadir has received a one match suspension for his red card against Nantes on Sunday and will only miss Thursday's Trophee des Champions game against PSG, making him an option for t...

Impact Nadir has received a one-match ban and won't miss any Ligue 1 game since he will complete his suspension against PSG on Thursday in the Trophee des Champions. This is great news for the Olympians since Nadir is an important player in the rotation for OM.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

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Gary O'Neil leads Strasbourg to 2-1 win over Metz in Ligue 1 debut

Wesley Saïd leads Ligue 1 leader Lens to 10th straight win

Little Lens blossoming into serious rival for big spender PSG in Ligue 1 title race

Roma signs teenage forward Robinio Vaz from Marseille

Mason Greenwood's hat trick powers Marseille to a 9-0 victory in French Cup

Rolland Courbis, a passionate figure in French soccer, dies at 72

Brazil forward Endrick scores in Lyon debut in French Cup win at Lille

Tears flowed for Marseille coach De Zerbi after agonizing defeat to bitter rival PSG

Gonçalo Ramos' last-gasp equalizer helps PSG win Champions Trophy in penalty shootout