Marseille vs. Nice: Preview, Team News, Lineups

Preview

Marseille and Nice will face off in a highly anticipated Ligue 1 match on Sunday, August 27th. Both teams are coming off of impressive victories in their opening matches of the season, and will be looking to continue their momentum in this crucial clash.

Marseille, the reigning Ligue 1 champions, will be looking to make a statement in front of their home crowd. They have a strong squad led by Dimitri Payet and Arkadiusz Milik, and will be confident of victory.

Nice, on the other hand, will be looking to cause an upset. They have a talented team led by Andy Delort and Kasper Dolberg, and will be hoping to build on their impressive start to the season.

Team News

Marseille will be without the suspended Valentin Rongier, while Nice will be without the injured Youcef Atal.

Lineups

Marseille: Lopez; Mbemba, Gigot, Balerdi; Clauss, Guendouzi, Veretout, Tavares; Payet; Milik, Suarez Nice: Schmeichel; Todibo, Dante, Viti; Boudaoui, Lemina, Thuram, Bard; Pepe; Delort, Dolberg

Prediction

This is a tough match to call, but I think Marseille will just edge it. They have the home advantage and a slightly stronger squad, and I can see them winning 2-1.