Marseille - famous club that won the Ligue 1 championship

Brief introduction about the famous football club Marseille

• Full name of the club: Olympic Marseille.
• Established time: 1899
• This is the oldest team in French football history.
• Stadium: Velodrome can accommodate up to 67K people. This is one of the most fully equipped and spacious stadiums.
• The team participated in many major battlefields and brought many outstanding achievements to French football. Among them, we must mention 9 Ligue 1 championships, plus 10 French Cups and the European C1 Cup champion.

History of formation and development of the Olympique de Marseille club

Club establishment stage

• In 1892, the club was officially founded and the head was Rene Dufaure de Montmirail.
• In 1899, the team changed its name to Olympique de Marseille and began to have more fans and fans know the club better.
• In 1904, 1905, 1906 and 1908, the club continuously became champions of the Championnat du Littoral.

The period of 1920 - The club developed dramatically

• 1920: The club became the champion of the French national football tournament - Ligue 1 three times.
• By 1932, the club was officially on the list of teams competing in professional tournaments for France.

A keenly fought battle ⚔️

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Stage - The club plays like a professional football team

Period 1940 - The club had many significant changes

• 1940: The club continuously changed coaches to get new ways of playing on the battlefield. Thanks to that, the club also won more Ligue 1 championship.
• However, in the 1992-93 season, the club was entangled in a number of scandals related to match-fixing. Since then, the club has been stripped of its eligibility to participate in the UEFA Cup tournament. This meant that the club was relegated many seasons later.

Official uniform of the oldest club in France

• Home kit: Players will wear white shorts and white jerseys with sky blue trim.
• Away team uniform: Players will wear black pants combined with black shirts and black socks. The border of the shirt will have an additional white line design to create a highlight for the outfit.
• Uniforms for special competitions: The club uses blue uniforms and blue socks. Particularly on the front of the shirt there will be two white stripes to create a highlight for the outfit.

Some outstanding achievements of the old French club

• In 1993, the club won Champion of the European Cup C1.
• In 1999, 2004, 2018, the club won the runner-up position in the UEFA Cup.
• In 2005, the club won the Intertoto Cup.
• Season from 1937 - 2010: The club won the French national football championship.
• 1995: The club won the French first division championship
• Season from 1924 - 1989: The club also won many French football cup champions.
• Season 2010, 2011 and 2012: The club won the French Football Federation Cup.
• In 1927, 1929, 1930 and 1931: The club won big in the Championed DH Sud-Est tournament.
• Championship Season 1904, 1905, 1906, 1907, 1908 and 1919: The club won the Championed USFSA Littoral Cup.

Upcoming Ligue 1 Match predictions

Marseille vs Toulouse

Marseille

Saturday, 29 November 2025

9:05 pm

Toulouse

Home

1.61

Draw

4

Away

5.45

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Marseille enter this clash against Toulouse in scintillating form, having recently demolished Nice 5-1 away from home and comfortably dispatched Brest 3-0 at the Velodrome. Roberto De Zerbi’s side has surged to the top of Ligue 1, powered by Mason Greenwood’s prolific scoring run and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang’s leadership in attack. News around the club has been dominated by their title challenge and their upcoming Champions League fixtures, including a high-profile meeting with Newcastle United. Marseille’s confidence is sky-high, and their attacking depth has made them one of the most feared sides in France this season, with Greenwood, Angel Gomes, and Timothy Weah all contributing heavily in recent weeks.

Toulouse, on the other hand, arrive in Marseille with a more turbulent backdrop. Their most recent outing ended in a narrow 0-1 defeat at home to Angers, highlighting their inconsistency in front of goal. While they have shown flashes of resilience earlier in the season, Toulouse’s campaign has been overshadowed by off-field issues, including winger Aron Dønnum being investigated for an alleged racist gesture in a match against Le Havre earlier this month. Despite these distractions, Toulouse remain mid-table, but their lack of cutting edge in attack has been evident, with only 18 goals scored across their first twelve matches. Carles Martínez Novell’s side will need to rediscover their spark quickly if they are to trouble Marseille’s high-flying defense.

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Monaco vs PSG

Monaco

Saturday, 29 November 2025

5:00 pm

PSG

Home

5.05

Draw

4.54

Away

1.57

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Monaco welcome Paris Saint-Germain in what promises to be one of the standout fixtures of Ligue 1’s late November calendar. The Principality side have had a mixed run of form in recent weeks, with manager Adi Hütter emphasizing the need for greater defensive stability after conceding heavily in certain matches. In October, Monaco suffered a setback against Lille, losing 2-0, but bounced back with a spirited 2-0 victory over Strasbourg. Their attacking duo of Wissam Ben Yedder and Folarin Balogun remain central to their ambitions, though injuries to key midfielders have slightly disrupted their rhythm. The Stade Louis II crowd will be eager to see their side rise to the occasion against the reigning champions, especially given the high stakes in the race for European qualification.

PSG, meanwhile, arrive in Monaco with momentum firmly on their side. Luis Enrique’s team has been in strong form over the past two months, highlighted by a convincing 3-0 win over Montpellier and a hard-fought 2-1 victory against Rennes. Kylian Mbappé continues to dominate headlines, not only for his goals but also for ongoing speculation about his contract situation, which has been a recurring theme in French football media. The Parisian giants also impressed in the Champions League, defeating Real Sociedad 2-0 at the Parc des Princes earlier this month, showing their ability to balance domestic and European commitments. With Ousmane Dembélé and Vitinha adding creativity, PSG’s attack looks sharper than ever, and their defensive line anchored by Marquinhos has shown resilience.

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Paris FC vs Auxerre

Paris FC

Saturday, 29 November 2025

7:00 pm

Auxerre

Home

1.79

Draw

3.72

Away

4.4

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Paris FC’s rise in Ligue 1 has been one of the more intriguing stories of the season. Having only secured promotion last year, they have quickly established themselves as a side capable of competing with established top-flight teams. In the past two months, Paris FC have been involved in high-scoring encounters, most notably their 4-2 defeat against Lille, where despite the loss they showed attacking flair and resilience. Their campaign has been characterized by both prolific scoring and defensive vulnerabilities, with 45 goals across their first 13 matches. The club’s ambition is clear, and their home form at Stade Sébastien Charléty has been solid, winning six of their last ten fixtures. This upcoming match against Auxerre is seen as another opportunity to consolidate their mid-table position and push further away from relegation concerns.

Auxerre, on the other hand, have endured a difficult stretch in Ligue 1 since returning to the top division. Over the past two months, their form has been inconsistent, with several losses on the road highlighting their struggle to adapt to the pace and quality of the league. They recently fell to a narrow defeat against Rennes and were unable to secure points against Montpellier, leaving them hovering near the bottom of the standings. Their away record is particularly concerning, with seven defeats in their last ten trips, and their inability to convert chances has been a recurring theme. Auxerre’s reliance on set pieces, especially corners, has been one of their few consistent attacking outlets, but their defensive frailties have often undone any progress. This clash against Paris FC represents a chance to prove they can compete against mid-table opposition, though the odds are stacked against them.

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