The Matchday 6 clash in Ligue 1 between Strasbourg and Marseille will take place on September 26 at the La Meinau Stadium. Strasbourg vs. Marseille: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Strasbourg
The Alsatians are among the top four teams in the championship, having accumulated 12 points after the first five rounds. However, due to a poorer goal difference, Strasbourg is in fourth place in the table. Last week, the club defeated Paris, marking their fourth win in five previous Ligue 1 matches. Additionally, Strasbourg's uncompromising streak in the championship has reached nine games (6 wins, 3 losses).
- Both teams have scored in 6 of Strasbourg's last 8 home games in Ligue 1.
- The club's scoring streak in this tournament has lasted 9 games.
- Strasbourg has won with a handicap (+1.5) in the last 26 matches in the French championship.
Predicted lineup for Strasbourg (4-4-2)
Mike Penders – Gemissonngi Ouattara, Mamadou Sarr, Ismael Doukoure, Ben Chilwell – Samir El Mourabet, Martial Godo, Diego Moreira, Valentin Barco – Joaquin Panichelli, Kendry Paez.
The suspension of key defender Lucas Hoisberg has ended, while midfielder Rabbi Njingula is still serving his suspension.
Marseille
Roberto De Zerbi's side had a tough start to the current championship season but are now gradually catching up with the leaders. Last Monday, Marseille won their second consecutive Ligue 1 match, securing a victory in a crucial battle against PSG. This allowed the team to improve their standing and climb to sixth place in the table. Notably, the club has been solid defensively, conceding only four goals in the championship, second only to Lyon (3).
- The club's uncompromising streak in Ligue 1 stands at 7 matches (5 wins, 2 losses).
- At least 2 goals have been scored in 11 of Marseille's last 14 league matches.
- The team has conceded in 13 of their last 15 games in this tournament.
Predicted lineup for Marseille (3-4-3)
Geronimo Rulli – Leonardo Balerdi, Benjamin Pavard, Nayef Aguerd – Emerson Palmieri, Matt O'Riley, Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, Timothy Weah – Mason Greenwood, Igor Paixao, Amine Gouiri.
Midfielders Geoffrey Kondogbia and Amad Traore will not be able to assist the team due to injuries. Head coach Roberto De Zerbi will not be able to manage the team from the sidelines due to a suspension.
Referee
Jeremie Pignard (France)
Matches – 20 (Ligue 1, 2024/25–2025/26);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 87;
Average yellow cards per match – 4.3;
Red cards shown – 5;
Average fouls per match – 21;
Penalties – 20%.
Strasbourg vs. Marseille: Match Prediction
Strasbourg continues to establish themselves as one of the main forces in French football. In the first five rounds of the current Ligue 1 season, the Alsatians have suffered only one defeat, with four of these five games resulting in victories. Overall, the team has not lost in 16 of their last 19 matches in this tournament (13 wins, 3 draws). Additionally, Strasbourg is particularly resilient at home, having earned at least one point in 12 of their last 13 home Ligue 1 matches (9 wins, 3 draws).
Marseille is considered by many to be the favorite for Friday's encounter, but it's important to note their results away from home. The club has not earned any points in both away matches of the current championship season, and overall, Roberto De Zerbi's side has lost 6 of their last 8 away games in this tournament. Furthermore, Marseille has not been able to defeat Strasbourg in their last 6 head-to-head Ligue 1 meetings (5 draws, 1 loss).
All signs point to the hosts putting up a fight against Marseille and at least not losing. Prediction – Strasbourg win or draw
* The starting lineup for each team is based on their last match in this tournament.
