This game between Marseille and Lyon is not the same as it once was. At one point, these sides were the heads of French soccer. While PSG made a recent splash, these two clubs remained the year-in and year-out favorites. However, neither club can attract top talent like they once were able to.
Additionally, violence and fan safety have left an ugly mark on this game. So much so, that Marseille fans are not even allowed to attend this Sunday. While the away side will be without their fans, they remain favorites as they hope to make a late push in the league table.
The last win for Lyon came in 2022. Since then, Marseille have controlled this series. Notably defeating OL 3-0 late last year. However, the wayside sits 13 points clear of their opponents today, as they look to increase the gap.
Marseille vs Lyon Odds and Details
| Team | Spread | Total | MoneyLine | Draw |
| Marseille | -0.5 +150 |
O2.5 +200 |
+165 | +235 |
| Lyon | +0.5 -210 |
U2.5 -120 |
+175 | |
| **Odds Courtesy of DraftKings Sportsbook** | ||||
Fixture: Marseille@Lyon
Date And Time: February 4, 2024 @ 2:45 p.m. EST
Location: Groupama Stadium in Lyon, France
Weather: Clear with periodic clouds, 42° F
Key Stats
Marseille
Goals Scored: 28
Goals Conceded: 21
Shots On Goal: 88
Saves: 51
Clean Sheets: 6
Marseille is currently eighth in the league, and although their team is not as strong as teams in the past, they still possess some talent. Lately, however, this side has a knack for drawing. Three of their last games have been played without being able to find a winner at the end. While draws are nice, this squad will want to gain the full three points today.
Their biggest threat going forward is Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. Although his French arrival has something of a small fall from grace, he has played well this season for the French club. He leads this team in goals (6) and assists (7). His play today will go a long way toward pushing this side closer to their goals.
Lyon
Goals Scored: 19
Goals Conceded: 33
Shots On Goal: 91
Saves: 60
Clean Sheets: 6
Lyon sits at 15th in Ligue 1, despite only having four losses on the season. However, they have not been able to close out wins, as they have 11 draws. Although, their last home game was a loss against a decent Stade Rennais team. Even though their top-goal scorer found the back of the net, they will need to shore up the defense today against Marseille.
Alexandre Lacazette has netted 9 goals this season. He will simply need to have a big game if the underdogs are going to prevail.
Game Prediction
Even though this is a fierce rivalry, regardless Marseille is the better team and is in better form. Especially going forward, Lyon leaves too many opportunities, particularly against better competition. Picking UM to win by a goal or more is the right way to think about this game. Also, the line setting the total goal count at 2.5 seems too low. This game can easily get out of hand.
