Marseille take on the visitors Strasbourg in the round 18 match of French Ligue 1. The match will be played on Friday, January 12th at Stade Vélodrome (Marseille).
Marseille took some time to find their footing in the current season. Going through changes in coaching staff and facing setbacks, they seem to have finally found their form midway through the championship. Currently, they sit in the sixth position in the table, just four points away from the top four and a spot in the Champions League zone. In their last five matches, the team secured four victories and had one draw, showing a promising performance. However, it remains to be seen how the winter break will impact Marseille and if it disrupts their momentum. One notable concern is that Gennaro Gattuso's team has conceded goals in the last three consecutive league matches, including a 1-1 draw against Montpellier in the latest round.
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It is reasonable to believe that the visitors from Strasbourg have the capability to breach the hosts' defense, considering Marseille's recent defensive vulnerabilities. Strasbourg have performed well in the first part of the season, currently sitting mid-table, only four points behind Marseille. In 17 Ligue 1 matches, Strasbourg scored 18 goals, averaging more than one goal per game. Impressively, they have found the net in the last six consecutive rounds, securing three victories, including wins over Havre, Lorient, and even Lille, all with a 2-1 scoreline.
Despite Marseille's initial struggles this season, they have gathered momentum and currently stand higher in the table than their upcoming opponent. In this matchup, Marseille are considered the favorite. However, there is uncertainty about the home team's defensive solidity, making it doubtful that they will keep a clean sheet. Strasbourg have shown offensive prowess this season and is capable of troubling Marseille. In fact, they have managed to do so in the last three head-to-head encounters, where Marseille not only conceded but also failed to secure a victory (2-2, 2-2, 1-1). My prediction is Both Teams to Score: Yes. Bookmakers offer a reasonably good odds for this betting option.
Prediction for the match: Strasbourg to score – yes.
