Starting with the hosts, only making their Ligue 1 debut this season, it is no secret that Paris' sole focus is on maintaining their top-flight status this time around. Despite getting the 2025/26 campaign underway with consecutive defeats, Stephane Gilli's side have shown some signs of improvement on either side of September's international break. Marking their return from the fortnight interval with a 2-1 victory away at Brest,
Last seen heading into September's international break with a 1-0 loss at the hands of historic rivals Lyon, there has been some speculation that Roberto De Zerbi could face some mounting pressure on his position. Losing two of their first three Ligue 1 showdowns, the former Brighton boss is demanding an immediate response on Friday night. However, despite landing a frantic 5-2 win against Paris FC on August 23rd, Marseille have shown some major defensive struggles.