Nantes vs Marseille Prediction & Betting Tips (3 November)

Nantes' last victory dates back to August 31, then at Montpellier 1-3 as part of the 3rd day. Since then, the Canaries have had a series of poor performances: 3 draws and 3 defeats. They conceded a draw against Nice 1-1 after returning from the international break and lost last weekend in Strasbourg 3-1. With 10 points collected out of 27 put into play, FC Nantes ranks 12th in the championship. He will have to seriously pull himself together this weekend to avoid sliding towards the relegation zone. This trip comes after a poor performance, even more so when it is a Classic against PSG.

During the last day, already scheduled for Sunday evening, the Marseillais took on water on their field against their rival 0-3. Marseille had nevertheless gained confidence by crushing Montpellier 0-5 the previous day. 4th in the standings, Roberto De Zerbi's team saw 3rd, Lille, take a one-point lead following their draw on Friday evening. OM hopes to return to the podium this Sunday evening. 

For this gala reception, FC Nantes is still without important defender Centonze, injured and not yet on the field this season, and young Mahamoud who is continuing his rehabilitation. In addition, midfielder Lepenant (2 goals) is forced to withdraw due to a calf injury. In terms of good news, Nigerian international Moses Simon, Nantes' most decisive player with 2 goals and 3 assists, missed the last match due to an injury but returns to the group this Sunday. It was the young Guirassy who saved the honor in Strasbourg by scoring his 2nd goal of the season during his 4th meager appearance in Ligue 1. The same absentees as usual are to be noted in the Marseille squad. Roberto De Zerbi remains without the long-term injured Blanco (replacement goalkeeper), Carboni (replacement midfielder) and Moumbagna (1 match).

The coach is also forced to cope without his attacking midfielder Harit (2 goals), excluded against PSG last Sunday and thus suspended. Not fully recovered from a physical problem, left-back Garcia also remains absent, which could push De Zerbi to align Brassier again on the left side of the defense. The incumbent, Merlin, returns to the group and could play part of the match according to his coach. In the offensive sector, Greenwood (6 goals) leads the way.