Marseille and Nice face off in a crucial Mediterranean derby at Stade Vélodrome on April 26, 2026. Both teams struggle for form in Ligue 1. Marseille currently sits in sixth place, while Nice is fourth from bottom.
In their last encounter, Marseille dominated with a 5-1 victory over Nice. This history adds pressure to both sides. Marseille has four wins, five losses, and one draw in their last ten league matches. Conversely, Nice has only one win, five losses, and four draws during the same period.
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang leads Marseille with three goals this season. He shares the spotlight with Amine Gouiri, who also has three goals. For Nice, Tom Louchet is the top scorer with two goals.
The match will see Marseille line up in a 3-5-1-1 formation. Meanwhile, Nice will adopt a more traditional 4-4-2 setup. Dante is expected to not start as he prepares for retirement at the end of the season.
Tanguy Ndombélé may begin the match on the bench for Marseille. The stakes are high for both clubs as they aim to secure vital points.
Betting odds reflect the tight nature of this matchup. The Asian Handicap for Nice stands at +1.25 with odds of 1.80. Fans anticipate a closely contested game given both teams’ recent struggles.
As kick-off approaches at 21:45 local time, excitement builds among supporters. Both teams know this derby could be pivotal for their seasons.
With recent performances in mind, Marseille will seek to continue their dominance over Nice. The outcome could significantly impact their positions in Ligue 1.
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