Olympique de Marseille, currently third in Ligue 1 with 51 points, is set to face a direct competitor for a podium spot, Nice, on the 30th day of the league. Nice is positioned fifth with 48 points, making this clash a crucial encounter for both teams.
Alaixys Romao, a midfielder for Marseille, acknowledged the strength of Nice as a complete team having a promising season. He emphasized the significance of the match and the challenge it poses, especially with Nice’s ability to score, particularly on set pieces. Romao expects a tough game and emphasized the need for Marseille to elevate their level of play, particularly in countering Nice’s attacks.
The Togolese international expressed his anticipation for an open and competitive match, stating, “This should therefore result in a fairly open meeting. That’s what I hope anyway!” Romao, who joined Marseille from Lorient in the winter, has featured in six games since his return from the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations.
The outcome of this match is crucial for both teams’ ambitions in the league, with Nice aiming to overtake Marseille in the standings and Marseille looking to consolidate their position in the top three.
