Lens vs Marseille Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Ligue 1 2025-26

The Blood and Gold will take on the Olympians on matchday nine of Ligue 1.

Two in-form sides will lock horns as RC Lens will host Roberto De Zerbi’s Marseille on Sunday.

After finishing eighth in the 2024-25 Ligue 1 season and missing out on European qualification by just a single place, Lens are on the hunt to return to the continental stage in 2026. Marseille are a very well-known opponent to them. Surely the home side will be hungry to win the match in front of the home crowd.

In eight matches, they have won five, drawn once and lost twice. With 16 points on the table, they are sitting in the fourth spot.

It will be a great chance for the home side to get points and jump above in the points table. Quality-wise, both sides are very similar, and the home team can’t afford to take things lightly against Marseille.

On the other hand, Marseille have improved a lot under the Italian tactician, Roberto De Zerbi. They are currently the leaders of Ligue 1. They have looked almost unbeatable both domestically and in Europe.

In eight matches, they have won six and lost two, with 18 points; they are sitting at the top. Their arch-rival PSG are just behind them with 17 points. De Zerbi’s men can’t afford to drop points.

Kick-Off:

• Location: Lens, France
• Stadium: Stade Bollaert-Delelis
• Date: Sunday, 26 October
• Kick-Off Time: 12:35 AM IST
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In Use

Form

Lens (in all competitions): W-W-D-W-L

Marseille (in all competitions): W-W-W-W-W

Players to Watch

Mahamadou Sangare (Lens)

He frequently demonstrates an excellent ability to place the ball into the most difficult-to-reach parts of the net, skillfully evading the opposing goalkeeper’s reach. Sangare is a high-volume shooter, yet retains a high shot accuracy rate. He places precision over power in front of the goal.

Physically, he is strong and also good with the ball at his feet. After numerous loan spells at various clubs, he has finally settled in Lens and is an integral player for them.

Mason Greenwood (Marseille)

Greenwood is having a great time with Marseille. He has started this season brightly once again. Last season, he finished as the top scorer.

Surely this season as well, he can repeat the same. Under De Zerbi, he has improved significantly. The coaching staff fully trusts him to make a difference on the field.

In eight league matches, he has scored six times and provided three assists.

Mason 𝗙𝗢𝗨𝗥-wood ⚽️⚽️⚽️⚽️😍✨The first Marseille player to score 4⃣ in a Ligue 1 game since 1991.#OMHAC | 4⃣ – 1⃣ | ⚪️🔵 pic.twitter.com/42tKUcHcmU

— Olympique de Marseille 🇬🇧 🇺🇸 (@OM_English) October 18, 2025

Match Facts

• Marseille’s best win margin against Lens was 6-2 and 3-0.
• Last season, both teams won once against each other in the league.
• Both teams’ playing styles are quite different.

Lens vs Marseille: Betting Tips & Odds

• Tip 1 – This fixture to end in a draw – 13/5 by bet365
• Tip 2 – Both teams to score
• Tip 3 – Goals scored under 2.5

Injury and Team News

For the home side, Deiver Machado is still out due to the knee injury; the rest of the players are fit to play against Marseille.

Amine Gouiri is still suffering from a shoulder injury, Medina is doubtful due to an ankle strain, and Hamed Taore is also doubtful due to a leg injury. The rest of the players are fit to play for the visitors.

Head-to-Head

Matches: 24

Lens: 10

Marseille: 9

Draws: 5

Predicted Lineups

Lens Predicted Lineup (3-4-2-1):

Risser (GK); Gradit, Baidoo, Sarr; Aguilar, Sangare, Thomasson, Udol; Thauvin, Guilavogui; Edouard

Marseille Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1):

Rulli (GK); Pavard, Aguerd, Balerdi, Palmieri; O’Riley Vermeeren; Greenwood, Nadir, Paixao; Aubameyang

Match Prediction

Both teams have been in really good till now. Fans can expect this to be an exciting clash for sure. Both sides are in good form, and we can expect them to go all out to get three points.

Most probably, this fixture will end in a stalemate.

Prediction: Lens 1-1 Marseille

Telecast Details

India: N/A

UK: Ligue 1 Pass

USA: beIN Sports

Nigeria: MBS Sports

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