The Matchday 9 clash in Ligue 1 between Lens and Marseille will take place on October 25 at the Bollaert-Delelis Stadium. Lens vs. Marseille: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Lens
The team is currently on a four-match unbeaten run in the league. Pierre Sage's side has claimed three victories and recorded one draw. Such a streak hasn't been seen in Ligue 1 since October last year. Lens has soared to fourth place and is just two points behind the top spot. Notably, along with Marseille, they have conceded the fewest goals in the league, only seven.
- In their last seven league matches, the club has suffered just one defeat (5 wins and 1 draw).
- Exactly two or three goals have been scored in 5 of Lens's last 7 Ligue 1 games.
- The team's uncompromising home run in the league stands at 18 matches – 9 wins and 9 losses.
Predicted lineup for Lens (3-4-3)
Roben Rosser – Samson Baidu, Malang Sarr, Jonathan Gradit – Ruben Aguilar, Adrien Thomasson, Mamadou Sangare, Mathieu Udol – Morgan Guilavogui, Florian Thauvin, Odsonne Edouard.
Marseille
Roberto De Zerbi's side has gradually emerged as league leaders. This occurred due to PSG dropping points and Marseille's own five-match winning streak. During this period, the club scored 16 goals while conceding only 3. Additionally, Marseille has become the best in attack, with 21 goals scored.
- The club has not lost in 11 of their last 13 Ligue 1 games – 10 wins and 1 draw.
- At least three goals have been scored in 13 of Marseille's last 17 league matches.
- Marseille has not won in 7 of their last 10 away league matches (1 draw and 6 losses).
Predicted lineup for Marseille (4-2-3-1)
Jeffrey de Lange – Benjamin Pavard, Emerson Palmieri, Nayef Aguerd, Leonardo Balerdi – Matt O'Riley, Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg – Angel Gomes, Igor Paixao, Mason Greenwood – Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.
Referee
Stephanie Frappart (France)
Matches – 18 (Ligue 1, 2024/25–2025/26);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 68;
Average yellow cards per match – 3.8;
Red cards shown – 4;
Average fouls per match – 26;
Penalties – 28%.
Lens vs. Marseille: Match Prediction
The leader in Ligue 1 could change after this round if Marseille drops points. This is quite possible, considering Lens's current form and their strong home record. Meanwhile, Marseille often disappoints their fans with unconvincing away performances. Nonetheless, the match promises to be entertaining with plenty of goals.
Lens has not only won all three of their previous home league matches but also scored at least two goals. However, they have conceded in 4 of their last 6 home games in Ligue 1. Marseille's away matches often result in high scores, with three or more goals in 15 of their last 21 league games. Additionally, at least 3 goals have been scored in 4 of the last 6 head-to-head encounters held at Lens's home ground in Ligue 1.
My prediction: Total over 2.5 goals
