The Olympique de Marseille vs Troyes clash on the Orange Vélodrome
The team coached by Alexis Sánchez is preparing to rebound on home soil, aiming to reclaim a share of the standings after a stretch that left them chasing the sub-leader position.
At the Orange Velodrome, Marseille will stage the showdown this Sunday with Troyes, closing out the 31st round of Ligue 1. The Marseille squad, guided by Croatian manager Igor Tudor, arrives with a clear mandate: secure a victory to break a pair of draws that have stalled their momentum. The most recent league outing ended in a goalless draw at Lorient, a result that confirmed a dip in form and kept them from gaining ground on their rivals. Alexis Sánchez featured in the match despite some midweek discomfort, but he was substituted by Vitinha at the 81st minute, signaling fitness concerns that the team will monitor ahead of this fixture [Goal].
With 61 points, the phocaeans sit third, two points adrift of Lens and eight behind Paris Saint-Germain with eight rounds remaining. They still hold a real shot at reclaiming second place, especially if Paris Saint-Germain and Lens stumble in their upcoming encounters. The squad will rely on the Prodigy to deliver—he has tallied 12 goals in 27 games, providing a crucial edge as the season heads toward its final stretch [Goal].
On the visiting side, Patrick Kisnorbo’s Troyes arrive fresh from a 0-2 loss to Clermont, a defeat that extended a winless run to 13 matches dating back to January of last year against Racing Strasbourg. The losses have left ESTAC hovering in the relegation zone, compounding a difficult run with 21 points accumulated across the league season thus far [Goal].
Historically, the two clubs have met 35 times in league play, with Marseille claiming 19 wins and scoring 54 goals to Troyes’ seven successes and 30 goals. The most recent meeting occurred on January 11, when Marseille won 2-0 at home thanks to goals from Chancel Mbemba and Jordan Veretout. The visitors have not enjoyed a win at the Stade de l’Aube since the 2012/2013 campaign, a narrow 1-goal victory that remains a distant memory in the club’s recent history [Goal].
In terms of head-to-head form and current trajectories, Marseille is unbeaten in their last eight Ligue 1 meetings with Troyes (W6 D2), averaging 2.4 goals per game in this streak. At home, Marseille has historically performed well against Troyes, boasting an 80 percent win rate in Ligue 1 matches played on their turf (8 wins, 1 draw, 1 loss), a figure that stands out against top opponents [Goal].
More recent trends show Marseille struggling to secure wins in consecutive league matches for the first time since October 2022, having recorded draws against Montpellier and Lorient. Still, their overall season remains strong, with only five defeats after 30 rounds, and a record that stands among the better performances for this stage of the competition in the early 2000s era, a reminder that a dip in form here or there does not erase overall quality [Goal].
Troyes, meanwhile, has not registered a victory in their last 13 Ligue 1 matches, a barren run that mirrors the club’s broader challenges this season. The run is the longest current winless streak in the top flight, underscoring the uphill battle they face against a Marseille side keen to bounce back [Goal].
Defensively and offensively, Marseille has shown strengths in high-press recoveries and transition play this season, with notable activity in the higher regions of the pitch. This contrasts with Troyes’ recent away form, where they have conceded heavily during away fixtures, including a stretch of six straight losses on the road—the longest such run in the league right now. The visitors will need a collective effort to avoid extending that tally and to threaten Marseille on their travels [Goal].
In terms of individual narratives, Nuno Tavares has stood out for Marseille with extraordinary work rate and effective ball progression, covering more ground than any teammate and repeatedly driving forward from the left flank. For Troyes, Mama Baldé has been a constant presence in the attacking phases, though goals have eluded him in recent fixtures and he enters the weekend with a scoring drought against Marseille in Ligue 1 [Goal].
The match is set to be broadcast live on ESPN 2, with channel allocations varying by provider and region. Viewers should consult their local listings to confirm the exact channel numbers for their setup, as the telecast is distributed across multiple cable and satellite platforms [Goal].
Fans can also follow the action via streaming platforms, with options offering monthly or annual subscriptions. Access to the service typically requires visiting the platform’s official site and completing a sign-up, after which the match can be viewed on compatible devices including televisions, computers, tablets, and mobile devices. Availability may vary by country, so checking regional availability is recommended [Goal].
Note: This summary reflects the latest known fixtures and statistics for the teams involved, and local viewing options may be subject to change based on rights and regional agreements.