Preview: Brest vs Marseille Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Ligue 1 2025-26

The Phocaeans dominated the proceedings when they last faced the Pirates.
Stade Brestois 29 are all set to lock horns with Olympique de Marseille for their matchweek 23 contest of the 2025-26 Ligue 1. Stade Francis-Le Blé is going to witness this interesting clash between these clubs.
The Pirates are coming in after securing a 1-1 draw against LOSC Lille in their last matchup of the French league. Having won seven of their 22 games, Brest are in 12th place on the league table at the moment.
A win is going to play a crucial role for them. Despite being at home, they might not be fully confident.
Olympique de Marseille have underperformed in their last three matches. It could become a problem for them moving forward.
They were held to a 2-2 draw by Strasbourg in their previous match. At this moment, the Phocaeans are in fourth place on the Ligue 1 points table.
Kick-off:
- Location: Brest, France
- Stadium: Stade Francis-Le Blé
- Date: Saturday, February 21
- Kick-off Time: 01:15 a.m. IST (Friday, Feb 20; 07:45 p.m. GMT/ 02:45 p.m. ET/ 11:45 a.m. PT)
- Referee: Romain Lissorgue
- VAR: In use
Form:
Brest: L-L-D-W-D
Marseille: L-D-W-L-D
Players to Watch
Romain Del Castillo (Brest)
Romain Del Castillo will be looking to step up his game so that he can get his side back on the winning track. He can control the midfield well and is also capable of scoring goals, making him an important aspect of the squad for Stade Brestois. In 20 Ligue 1 appearances this season, the 29-year-old has seven goal involvements.
Mason Greenwood (Marseille)
The Englishman is going to play an important role in the attacking front for Olympique de Marseille. He was one of the goal scorers for his side in the previous game as well, but it was not enough to help them secure three points. Mason Greenwood has scored 14 goals and has four assists to his name in 21 league games in the ongoing campaign.
Match Facts
- Brest are undefeated in their last three matches.
- Marseille are winless in their last two games.
- The Phocaeans are on a three-match winning streak against the Pirates.
Brest vs Marseille: Betting Tips and Odds
- Marseille to win @19/20 Unibet
- Mason Greenwood to score @11/8 Unibet
- Goals under 3.5 @5/11 Unibet
Injury and Team News
Stade Brestois will miss out on the services of Mama Balde, Bradley Locko and Soumaila Coulibaly. They are injured.
Leonardo Balerdi might not be in action for Olympique de Marseille due to his fitness issues.
Head-to-Head
Total matches: 34
Brest won: 9
Marseille won: 19
Draws: 6
Predicted Lineups
Brest predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)
Coudert (GK); Lala, Chardonnet, Diaz, Guindo; Chotard, Magnetti; Del Castillo, Ebimbe, Lascary; Ajorque
Marseille predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)
Rulli (GK); Weah, Pavard, Aguerd, Emerson; Højbjerg, Timber; Greenwood, Paixao, Aubameyang; Gouiri
Match Prediction
Both of these clubs will be gunning for a win here. Olympique de Marseille are likely to come out on top to secure three points against Stade Brestois in their upcoming Ligue 1 clash.
Prediction: Brest 1-2 Marseille
Telecast Details
India: N/A
UK: Ligue 1 Pass
USA: beIN SPORTS
Nigeria: MBS Sports
When and where is Brest vs Marseille Ligue 1 match?
Friday, Feb 20, at the Stade Francis-Le Blé in Brest. Kick-off is scheduled for 7:45 p.m. GMT.
Where and how to watch Ligue 1 2025-26 in India?
No official broadcaster or streaming service in India has been confirmed for the live telecast of Ligue 1 matches.
Where and how to watch Ligue 1 2025-26 in UK?
With the help of Ligue 1 Pass, fans in the United Kingdom will be able to watch the French league matches live.
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