Marseille banks on Lefort's absence to face Angers

After rekindling victory on the Troyes turf (0‑2) last Sunday, Olympique de Marseille is gearing up for a busy week: first a Europa League clash against Olympiakos on Thursday, then a trip to Angers on Sunday for the eighth round of Ligue 1. Bruno Genesio and his Phocaeans could already benefit from good news: Angers SCO's central defender, Jordan Lefort, is at risk of being suspended.

A suspension that could change the game

Jordan Lefort was shown a red card during his team's heavy defeat to Stade Brestois (5‑1) last weekend. The disciplinary commission of the Ligue de Football Professionnel is set to meet Wednesday evening to rule on the sanctions, and a possible double suspension would keep him unavailable for the match against Marseille. This absence would be a boon for Genesio, who will look to confirm the success at Troyes.

The Phocaeans' packed schedule

Bruno Genesio's men will first face Olympiakos this Thursday at 21 h in the Europa League, before traveling to Angers on Sunday at 15 h for Ligue 1. This succession of games leaves little margin for maneuver, especially as Cornelius and Hojbjerg are already ruled out for both fixtures, according to information released by the official OM account.

The suspense remains total regarding the LFP's final decision on Lefort. If the suspension is confirmed, Angers' coach will have to revise his defensive plans to contain the Marseille attacks, which have shown their effectiveness at Troyes.

For now, the Phocaeans are counting on their recent momentum and the potential weakness of the opponent's defensive sector. The Sunday match represents an opportunity to consolidate their position after the win at Troyes.

While awaiting the disciplinary commission's verdict, Marseille supporters hope that the good news announced by Genesio will materialise, while Angers prepares to compensate for the potential loss of Lefort.