MARSEILLE NEWS

Nayef Aguerd - Should return against Atalanta Aguerd suffered a hip discomfort which ruled him out against Auxerre but should return for Wednesday's clash against Atalanta in the Champions League, according to Massilia Zone.

Impact Aguerd ended the last game against Angers feeling tired and with some discomfort in his hip, which ultimately made him a late scratch against Auxerre on Saturday. The center-back was replaced by Emerson Palmieri in the back three but should reclaim his starting role on Wednesday against Atalanta, as he is expected to clear the issue and be available for the game.

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Lens wins to go level on points with second-placed Marseille in Ligue 1

Strike partners Odsonne Édouard and Wesley Saïd score a goal each as Lens beats Lorient 3-0 at home to move level on points with second-placed Marseille in Ligue 1

NOVEMBER 2 • Associated Press

Ulisses Garcia - Sees red Saturday Garcia was shown a straight red card after a challenge and sent off during Saturday's win against Auxerre.

Impact Garcia saw a red card in Saturday's clash against AJA after a bad challenge that saw his foot to high on an opponent's foot and was handed his marching orders right after the hour-mark. He will receive at least one game of suspension and his absence isn't expected to impact the starting XI since he has been an unused substitute the most part of the season for OM.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Angel Gomes - Decisive strike before halftime Angel scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 1-0 victory against AJ Auxerre. In addition, he was given a ye...

Impact Angel scored the only goal in the 41st minute with a lucky right-footed finish in the box. He drifted inside from the left to create shooting space and found the corner with precision. Beyond the goal, he pressed high and contributed decently with three crosses, three corners, one tackle, and one interception.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Geronimo Rulli - Clean sheet anchors win Rulli registered four saves and allowed zero goals in Saturday's 1-0 win against AJ Auxerre.

Impact Rulli produced a composed performance in Marseille's 1-0 victory away to Auxerre. He made four saves, including a crucial stop in the 83rd minute to deny Josue Casimir from close range. His positioning and command of the area kept Marseille stable after a late push from the hosts. Rulli will hope to build on that performance against Brest on Saturday. The goalkeeper has now secured three clean sheets in nine Ligue 1 appearances this season.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Ramos scores winner deep into stoppage time for Ligue 1 leader Paris Saint-Germain against Nice

Substitute Gonçalo Ramos has headed home from a corner in the final seconds of stoppage time as Ligue 1 leader Paris Saint-Germain scraped a 1-0 home win against Nice

NOVEMBER 1 • Associated Press

Nayef Aguerd - Late scratch Saturday Aguerd is a last-minute absence in Saturday's contest versus Auxerre.

Impact Aguerd won't take part in the weekend's matchup, and it's still unclear whether he suffered a significant problem. His place in the starting lineup will be taken by Emerson Palmieri. Prior to this issue, Aguerd had been a regular member of the back line, averaging 91.3 accurate passes and 3.7 clearances per game.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Hamed Junior Traore - Far from return Traore (thigh) is far from making his return to the match squad since things aren't looking good for him, coach Roberto De Zerbi said in the press conference, according to La Minut...

Impact Traore has still a long way to go since he isn't on the road to recovery, according to coach Roberto De Zerbi. Traore's timeline to return is uncertain but he will likely need several weeks to come back fit from his thigh injury. This is a blow for Marseille since he should hold a decent role in the rotation when available.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

With PSG dropping more points than usual the Ligue 1 title race could be close

French soccer fans may finally get a proper title race in Ligue 1 seeing as defending champion Paris Saint-Germain is dropping more points than usual

OCTOBER 30 • Associated Press

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang - Provides assist in draw Aubameyang assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and three chances created in Wednesday's 2-2 draw against Angers.

Impact Aubameyang played a key role in Marseille's first goal with Robinio Vaz and drew fouls that destabilised Angers' shape. He didn't get on the scoresheet but his presence in the front line remained a constant threat. Aubameyang contributed a season-high three created chances and attempted two shots. The veteran is in solid form, having scored two goals and provided five assists in his last six appearances across all competitions for Marseille.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Robinio Vaz - Sensational appearance off bench Vaz scored two goals to go with two shots (two on goal) in Wednesday's 2-2 draw versus Angers.

Impact Vaz scored twice for Marseille off the bench, turning the match around after the early deficit. He demonstrated composure in front of goal and took his chances when they came, showing impressive confidence at such a young age and taking responsibility to help the club get out of a trap against Angers. Beyond the goals, he pressed hard, won duels, and kept Marseille in control until the late equalizer that ended his outing on a sad note. Vaz will likely take a larger role moving forward with his decent outings recently and with Amine Gouiri (shoulder) sidelined for some time.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Geronimo Rulli - Concedes twice again Rulli had four saves and allowed two goals in Wednesday's 2-2 draw versus Angers.

Impact Rulli conceded two goals for the third game in a row with Marseille and made four saves in a match they had to win. He looked in command early as Marseille created chances, but the crucial 25th-minute opener from Sidiki Cherif and the stoppage-time strike from Ousmane Camara exposed the defensive frailty of the Phocaeans in recent outings. Rulli will hope to show a better figure and find a shutout against Auxerre on Saturday, a team Marseille struggled to play against last campaign.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Bilal Nadir - Loses consciousness Wednesday Nadir lost consciousness in Wednesday's 2-2 draw against Angers and was forced off as a precaution.

Impact Nadir came off the bench in Wednesday's clash against Angers and lost consciousness for several minutes before being forced off while aware and as a precaution. It remains unclear what happened with the midfielder since he suffered the issue on his own. He was sent to the hospital late in the evening to undergo further exams. Nadir has mainly been a bench option for Marseille this season, so if he needs to rest and spend time on the sidelines, his absence wouldn't affect the starting lineup.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

PSG loses Doué and settles for 1-1 draw with Lorient, but Marseille can't capitalize

Paris Saint-Germain drops points with a 1-1 draw at lowly Lorient and picks up another injury as forward Désiré Doué goes off in the second half

OCTOBER 29 • Associated Press

How to Watch: Marseille vs. Angers on beIN SPORTS Marseille can move back to the top of the table with some Angers management.

OCTOBER 28 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Hamed Junior Traore - Set to train Thursday Traore (thigh) is expected to start team training Thursday, Marseille announced.

Impact Traore is set to make his return to team training during Thursday's clash. The midfielder would have an outside chance of returning for a Saturday trip to Auxerre if he trains in full Thursday. If he's only able to train partially with the team that would push his return more towards a Nov. 5 clash with Atalanta.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Geoffrey Kondogbia - Out until break Kongdogbia is expected to return to training in the November international break, Marseille announced.

Impact Kondogbia won't return to team training until Nov. 13, putting his return for the first match after the break in doubt. If everything goes as expected, he could be back as soon as a Nov. 21 trip to Nice. The midfielder will now officially be out until after the international break.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Tim Weah - Not yet training Weah (thigh)is expected to return to training in November, Marseille announced.

Impact Weah will return to training in early November, with eyes on team training on Nov. 3. The forward is already ruled out for two matches with this injury. Weah has a chance to return before the November break, if he can make a full return immediately after Nov. 3.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Leonardo Balerdi - 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 • ROTOWIRE

Hamed Junior Traore - Not ready yet Traore (thigh) was spotted running this week on the training ground but remains out for Wednesday's clash against Angers since the game is coming too early for him, coach Roberto d...

Impact Traore will need a bit more time before returning to competition from his thigh injury. The forward was spotted running this week on the training ground and will likely be assessed ahead of Saturday's clash against his former club Auxerre to know if he can be back in the match squad.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Tim Weah - Not an option against Angers Weah (thigh) is not available for Wednesday's clash against Angers, coach Roberto de Zerbi said in the press conference.

Impact Weah suffered a thigh injury in Saturday's defeat against Lens and won't be an option for Wednesday's clash against Angers. The American will likely be assessed in the coming days to know if he can return for the weekend clash against Auxerre on Saturday. The versatile midfielder has been a regular starter for Marseille, therefore his absence will leave a starting spot depending on the system that will likely benefit to Bilal Nadir or Amir Murillo against the SCO.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Leonardo Balerdi - 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 • ROTOWIRE

Félix Correia's brace helps Lille crush Metz 6-1 in French league

Lille has thrashed Metz 6-1 in the French league with Félix Correia scoring twice

OCTOBER 26 • Associated Press

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 • Associated Press

Tim Weah - Provides assist before injury Weah (undisclosed) delivered one assist in Saturday's 2-1 loss against Lens before being forced off in the 52nd minute due to injury.

Impact Weah offered attacking width and pace down the right flank, linking well with Mason Greenwood in the early stages to score the opener. His crossing accuracy dipped in the second half and he couldn't escape Lens' pressing back line after they equalised. Defensively he tracked runners but was beaten for the second goal by Lens' left switch. Weah was forced off in the 52nd minute after suffering an injury. The American has been an undisputed starter in the back three formation of Marseille and his absence will have to be replaced, with Amir Murillo or Angel as possible replacements depending on the system.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE