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(0) Analysis of the match between Stade Rennais and Olympique de Marseille
Although not spending as lavishly as last summer, Marseille still managed to strengthen their squad with quality signings such as Igor Paixao (€30 million), Jonathan Rowe (€15 million), Neal Maupay (€5 million), Angel Gomes (free transfer from Lille), and Timothy Weah (on loan) during the recent transfer window. Except for Paixao, who is currently injured, the other players have quickly integrated and adapted well to their new environment.
Therefore, coach Roberto De Zerbi is fully confident that the team will have a perfect start, beginning with their away match at Roazhon Park against Rennes — a team they defeated in both legs last season. It is worth noting that Rennes struggled towards the end of last season, losing 3 of their last 5 matches and finishing 12th in the league table.
On the other hand, Marseille maintained an impressive form with an unbeaten run in the final 5 rounds (4 wins, 1 draw), surpassing Monaco to secure the runner-up spot in Ligue 1. De Zerbi’s team continued to show strength in the preseason with 6 unbeaten matches (3 wins, 3 draws), including notable victories of 3-1 over Aston Villa and 2-0 against Girona.
Thanks to this, Marseille are confident to kick off this Ligue 1 season ideally. However, they should remain cautious, as in the last 7 Ligue 1 opening matches, only 2 of the favored teams secured wins while the rest ended in draws.
This promises to be an exciting match at Roazhon Park, with Marseille likely to leave with all three points.
