One of the matches of the seventh round of the French Championship will take place on Friday evening at the Stade Vélodrome, where Marseille will host Angers. Below is the match lineup, preview, and prediction from the Sportsmacro expert team.
Marseille
Last season was a nightmare for the “southerners,” as Marseille finished eighth in Ligue 1, missing out on European competitions for the first time in many years. However, not having to juggle multiple competitions could benefit the club in Ligue 1.
Marseille started the new season strongly, remaining unbeaten in the first five rounds with four wins and one draw. However, they suffered their first loss last weekend against Strasbourg. After six matches, the team currently sits in third place in the standings.
Angers
Under Gérald Baticle, Angers earned promotion by finishing second in Ligue 2. However, the team has struggled to make an impact in the top tier and currently sits at the bottom of the standings after six rounds, collecting just two points from draws.
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Last weekend, Angers hosted Reims, conceding two goals in the first half and ultimately losing 1-3. Including summer friendlies, Angers is now on a ten-match winless streak, with only two draws during that stretch.
Key Facts about the match
- The “Over 2.5 goals” bet has been successful in four of the last five encounters between these teams.
- Additionally, the “Both Teams to Score” bet has hit in three of the last five matchups.
- Notably, in three of Marseille’s last five matches, the “Both Teams to Score” bet has also been successful.
Probable Lineups
- Marseille: Rulli, Murillo, Højbjerg, Cornelius, Brassier, Kondogbia, Koné, Greenwood, Harit, Luis Henrique, Wahi.
- Angers: Fofana, Hanin, Lefort, Boumlah, Carlen, Belkebla, Aholou, Ferhat, Abdelli, Allevinah, Lepaul.
Head-to-Head (H2H)
The teams last met in the 2022/23 season, during which Marseille secured two victories over Angers, winning 3-0 away and 3-1 at home.
Marseille vs Angers Prediction
Marseille is the clear favorite in this matchup, with odds around 1.25 for a home win. We recommend betting on “Marseille to Win with a -1.5 Handicap” at odds of 1.70.
