In the upcoming match between Saint-Etienne and Olympique de Marseille, Marseille has already secured a valuable second place in the Ligue 1 standings. This achievement puts them in a strong position for qualification to the Champions League next season. Josuha Guilavogui, a Franco-Guinean player for Saint-Etienne, acknowledged Marseille’s realistic and effective performance this season.
Guilavogui commented on Marseille’s success on the official AS Saint-Etienne website, emphasizing Marseille’s ability to secure victories with a narrow goal difference. Marseille has won 18 out of their 21 victories with a slim margin, showcasing their efficiency in close contests. Guilavogui mentioned the saying that it’s better to win three times 1-0 than once 3-0, highlighting Marseille’s ability to grind out results.
He also acknowledged that Marseille’s success in achieving second place was not necessarily expected at the beginning of the season, considering it as a transitional period for the club. Despite this, Marseille has responded well to the challenges, and their strong performances have earned them a prominent position in the league standings.
