MARSEILLE NEWS

Jeffrey De Lange - Six saves in derby victory De Lange recorded six saves and allowed one goal in Friday's 5-1 win versus Nice.

Impact De Lange conceded only once in Marseille's dominant 5-1 win and produced six decisive saves in what was his best performance with the Phoceans. He steamed off his line to claim a cross in the 59th minute, made one clearance and initiated several attacks with accurate distribution after Marseille went ahead. His composure allowed the outfield players to press freely and capitalise on Nice's nerves. De Lange is now set to start every game after the international break and will likely hold a role in National Cup matches for OM later in the season.

NOVEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Greenwood scores again and again to help Marseille go top in Ligue 1

Mason Greenwood has scored twice, his seventh and his eighth goals in his last five games, to help Marseille beat Nice 5-1 and go top of Ligue 1

NOVEMBER 21 • Associated Press

Bilal Nadir - Available off bench Nadir (head) is on the bench for Friday's game against Nice.

Impact Nadir gets a nod on the bench, though that isn't surprising considering that he has been back in training for a while now. He'll continue playing as a depth piece in midfield for the time being.

NOVEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Leonardo Balerdi - 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 • ROTOWIRE

Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg - Given rest Friday Hojbjerg (rest) is ruled out for Friday's derby against Nice, the club posted.

Impact Hojbjerg is not part of the squad for Friday's derby against Nice since he was given a rest after the difficult games he had while on international duty with Denmark. He remains an undisputed starter for OM and he should regain his starting role on Tuesday against Newcastle in the Champions League. Geoffrey Kondogbia is expected to play a decent role against Nice on Friday while he is out.

NOVEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Leonardo Balerdi - 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 • ROTOWIRE

Bilal Nadir - Available Friday Nadir (head) is available for Friday's derby against Nice, the club posted.

Impact Nadir has fully recovered and trained over the break from his head issues suffered against Angers and is now back available for Marseille moving forward. The versatile midfielder will likely hold a rotational role for the Phoceans for the time being.

NOVEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

PSG is struggling to open a sizeable gap on its rivals in Ligue 1 title race

Paris Saint-Germain has needed stoppage-time winners in the past two league games to narrowly stay atop Ligue 1

NOVEMBER 20 • Associated Press

Leonardo Balerdi - 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 • ROTOWIRE

Facundo Medina - Could return in December Medina (ankle) has not resumed team training yet and is still dealing with pain but is likely aiming for a return in December, according to Massilia Zone.

Impact Medina has missed all matches since late September due to a severe ankle injury suffered in the Champions League clash against Ajax and is currently in the return phase of his recovery. The defender is still experiencing pain, which slightly extends his timeline to return, though it is still expected to happen during the month of December. His return is awaited with impatience given the numerous injuries in the backline and the important role Medina should hold with OM once he is fully fit and available.

NOVEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 19 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Leonardo Balerdi - 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 • ROTOWIRE

Hamed Junior Traore - Running on grass Traore (thigh) was spotted running on grass during the international break but is still dealing with pain and remains far from making his return to competition, according to L'Equi...

Impact Traore has shown positive improvement during the international break since he was spotted back on the training pitch making some light runs. That said, the attacking midfielder is still experiencing pain and is likely far from returning to the match squad for the time being. A precise timeline for his return remains unknown for now but he will likely come back during the month of December at best.

NOVEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Amir Murillo - Suffers thigh injury Murillo is suffering from a tendon injury in the thigh and is already back in Marseille from international duty to start his recovery, according to La Provence.

Impact Murillo was spotted with a strap on his thigh while on international duty with Panama, as he is currently dealing with a tendon injury in that area. The defender is already back in Marseille to begin his recovery with the hope that it will not take long since he has been a regular starter in the backline recently due to injuries in defense. If he had to miss time, Timothy Weah or Benjamin Pavard could be the options to start on the right flank depending on the system.

NOVEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Nayef Aguerd - Aims return for AFCON Aguerd (groin) is back in Marseille to follow his recovery from injury and is aiming a return for the AFCON, according to La Minute OM.

Impact Aguerd is expected to miss all the clashes of Marseille until 2026 since he is aiming a return from his groin injury for the AFCON starting on Dec. 21 for Morocco, which will end in January if they perform well in the competition. This is a massive blow for OM given the importance of the center-back since his arrival at the Velodrome. His absence will force a change in the backline, with Leonardo Balerdi taking a larger role, and Conrad Jonathan Egan-Riley, Geoffrey Kondogbia or Facundo Medina all seeing increased playing time if deemed fit to play for the Phoceans.

NOVEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg - Ever-present in midfield Hojbjerg scored one goal to go with 17 chances created, 20 shots, 18 tackles and 13 clearances in 16 appearances across all competitions for Marseille this season.

Impact Hojbjerg has been ever-present in the heart of the game for Marseille, starting all of his appearances except three and remaining the main leader in the midfield and the vice-captain of the club. Hojbjerg was criticized at the very beginning of the season since his performances were a bit under his expected level, but the Danish midfielder has great mental strength and proved he remains one of the most important pieces in the system of coach Roberto de Zerbi.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Amir Murillo - Dealing with minor injury Murillo (undisclosed) is dealing with a minor injury that ruled him out for Thursday's 3-2 victory against Guatemala and makes him a doubt for Tuesday's clash against Salvador, acc...

Impact Murillo is dealing with a minor injury that kept him out against Guatemala on Thursday, but it appears to be a small issue since the medical staff are trying to make him fit for the clash against Salvador on Tuesday. Murillo has been an undisputed figure for Panama, one of the reasons why their qualification campaign for the World Cup has been brilliant so far. The defender also saw increased playing time for Marseille recently due to injuries in the backline and will hope to stay fit as OM will need him for the upcoming fixtures.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Bilal Nadir - Training over break Nadir (head) was spotted training in full during the international break, the club posted.

Impact Nadir didn't make the squad in the last three games of Marseille after suffering his lack of hydration issue against Angers that forced him off the pitch after rising concern about his health. The young midfielder was spotted in full team training on Wednesday during the international break, suggesting that he should be back fit for the clash against Nice on Nov. 21. That said, he has been mainly a bench option for OM this season and should hold that role moving forward.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Amine Gouiri - In rehabilitation process Gouiri was spotted working on his shoulder injury rehabilitation at Aspetar, the specialised Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Hospital posted.

Impact Gouiri suffered two consecutive shoulder knocks, first against Lorient and then during international duty against Uganda, which ultimately led to surgery in late October. The striker was seen in his rehabilitation at the renowned Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Hospital Aspetar. The goal is for Gouiri to be back available in January for both club and country. Until then, from a club perspective, the young Robinio Vaz is expected to see increased playing time in OM's frontline.

NOVEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Ulisses Garcia - Back from suspension Garcia is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Garcia has served his suspension following his straight red card against Auxerre and is set to return in the next contest. The left-back is back available in the rotation of Marseille after missing many games due to coach's decisions, but the Swiss will likely see limited playing time moving forward, unless Emerson Palmieri picks up an issue.

NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Nayef Aguerd - Could miss several weeks Aguerd (groin) could miss several weeks due to a pubalgia, coach Roberto de Zerbi said in a press conference, according to Massilia Zone.

Impact Aguerd was forced off in the 79th minute of Sunday's win over Brest as he couldn't continue the game. The center-back has been dealing with pubalgia that worsened in recent matches since he couldn't rest enough due to multiple injuries in OM's backline. Aguerd could now miss several weeks as his goal is to be ready for the African Nations Cup. His absence will allow Conrad Jonathan Egan-Riley to see increased playing time in defense for OM.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Darryl Bakola - Great impact off bench Bakola had two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-0 victory over Brest.

Impact Bakola came on late with Marseille 3-0 up and immediately helped maintain the press. He kept his passes simple, supported the fullback, and prevented Brest from building any late momentum. He attempted two shots, one on target and another from distance that came very close to the top left corner and could have been a goal-of-the-season contender. Bakola has been impressive for his age when coming off the bench on five occasions in Ligue 1 this season, and it looks like he could settle in the senior squad and see increased playing time in the second part of the season. His potential and young talent remind fans of Boubacar Kamara, who secured an undisputed starting role once implemented.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Matt O'Riley - Finds assist off bench O'Riley assisted once to go with two crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 3-0 win versus Brest.

Impact O'Riley helped Marseille dominate possession after coming off the bench for 20 minutes and ultimately provided an assist for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang with a well-placed cross from the right flank. This marked his third goal contribution in nine Ligue 1 appearances this season and came at the right time after he was heavily criticized for his outing against Atalanta in the Champions League.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Angel Gomes - Scores direct freekick Angel scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 3-0 win against Brest.

Impact Angel broke the deadlock in the 25th minute with a direct free kick that Majecki failed to gather. He floated into central pockets to combine with the frontline trio, which kept Brest pinned deep. His goal rewarded Marseille's early control and let them manage the game on their terms. Angel likely had his best outing with Marseille, contributing a season high three shots and three chances created.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang - Scores goal finally Aubameyang scored one goal to go with five shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-0 victory versus Brest.

Impact Aubameyang struck Marseille's third goal late, arriving in the box to finish after Brest had been stretched. He offered veteran movement throughout, occupying centre-backs to free space for Mason Greenwood. Aubameyang contributed to a season high five shots and scored his first goal since late September.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE