In the fourth round of Ligue 1, Marseille will face Lorient on Friday at the Vélodrome in Marseille. There is a good chance for goals in this match.
Match Preview
Marseille’s defense is a concern, having conceded in 15 of their last 16 home games. Despite new signings like Pavard, Aguerd, and Emerson, their defense still needs improvement. Currently, Marseille is one of the most exciting teams for goal-scoring at home in Ligue 1.
Lorient has had its ups and downs, surprising fans with a win over Rennes but then suffering a heavy 1–7 loss to Lille, the worst defeat in the club’s history. They have conceded 8 goals in 3 matches, the worst in the league.
Still, Lorient continues to score, creating chances even in challenging games. In 7 of their last 9 Ligue 1 matches, there were at least 3 goals scored. The team plays an attacking style, making their games entertaining despite defensive struggles.
Probable Lineups
- Marseille: Rulli, Murillo, Balerdi, Pavard, Weah, Gomez, Højbjerg, Greenwood, Nadir, Traoré, Aubameyang
- Lorient: Kamara, Diagne-Faye, Talbi, Silva, Kaceres, Awom, Abergel, Kouassi, Dermein, Soumano, Aiyegun
Match Facts and Head-to-Head
- 6 of the last 7 Ligue 1 meetings between these teams have had at least three goals.
- Marseille has won 8 of their last 9 home league matches.
- Lorient has lost 9 of their last 11 Ligue 1 matches.
Prediction
Both teams come into this match with inconsistent performances but strong attacking abilities. Lorient’s weak defense and Marseille’s offensive strength suggest a lively game. The best bet here is “over 3.0 goals” at odds of 1.77.