Marseille vs. Metz: Ligue 1 clash at the Vélodrome

Date and stakes – On Friday, April 10, 2026, Olympique de Marseille hosts FC Metz at the Stade Vélodrome. Marseille sit fourth in Ligue 1, just a point shy of Lille and a place away from a Champions League qualifying berth. Metz, anchored at 18th with only three wins from 28 games, are battling to climb out of the relegation zone.

Recent form – Marseille have not won at home in their last two league outings, a streak not seen since November 2024. The hosts have drawn three consecutive home meetings with Metz across all competitions. Metz, meanwhile, have failed to win any of their last 16 league matches but have managed goalless draws against Rennes and Nantes recently.

Injury list – Marseille’s defensive line is thinned by the absences of Nayef Aguerd and Geoffrey Kondogbia, while top scorer Mason Greenwood remains sidelined. Mid‑fielder Boubacar Traoré is a doubt after a calf issue. Metz are missing Joseph Mangondo (knee) and Ismaël Guerti among others.

Managerial pressure – Habib Beye, Marseille’s coach, recorded the worst start for a Marseille manager since 2005, with three defeats in his first seven games. The result in front of a home crowd could determine whether his tenure survives.

Broadcast – The match will be shown live on beIN Sports in the United States.