The Phocians are determined to clinch a direct ticket to the Champions League and, in doing so, keep their title challenge alive against PSG.
Set for one of the season’s pivotal clashes is the Bollaert-Delelis Stadium, hosting a crucial match on the thirty-fourth matchday of Ligue 1. Olympique de Marseille visits RC Lens, a side sitting in third place just one point behind Igor Tudor’s squad.
For Lens, a fourth consecutive win would pull four points clear of Franck Haise’s men with the same number of games left to play in the league. It would also intensify pressure on Paris Saint-Germain, which is currently navigating an internal rift following Lionel Messi’s controversial decision to attend a promotional event in Saudi Arabia without authorization. The move sparked a suspension and raised questions about the club’s direction as the transfer window looms.
Olympique Marseille arrives in this fixture after their late setback against Auxerre at the Orange Vélodrome. Birama Touré opened the scoring for the visitors, but Marseille replied through Cengiz Ünder and Alexis Sánchez, clawing back to narrow the gap at the top and maintain their pursuit of a direct Champions League spot—a key factor in ensuring another season for their standout talent, often referred to as the Wonder Child, within Christophe Galtier’s title-chasing setup.
On the home side, Lens comes off a victory against Toulouse at home, marking their second straight win after a loss to PSG at Parc des Princes. The most recent encounter between the teams occurred on October 22, with Lens prevailing in a tightly contested match, reinforcing the historic edge Lens has shown in this rivalry, though Marseille holds a broader record of high-scoring duels in this fixture history.
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The clash between the Phocians and Lens can be watched live on ESPN through various regional feeds, depending on the operator and region. Viewers in Canada and the United States should check their local listings to confirm channel availability and timing as kickoff approaches.
- Canada: regional SD and HD feeds may be listed under local sports packages
- United States: standard and high-definition options typically offered through major providers
For fans seeking online coverage, streaming options exist through official platforms that provide both monthly and annual subscriptions. Access is generally available on multiple devices including smart TVs, computers, mobile devices, tablets, and gaming consoles. Viewers should visit the service’s official site to subscribe and verify device compatibility before the matchday.
Note: Coverage details, channel mappings, and streaming availability are subject to regional rights and service changes. Fans are advised to verify the latest information from their broadcast or streaming provider prior to kickoff.