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Marseille Return to Champions League With Bernabéu Test Against Real Madrid

Pablo Longoria sets a measured tone for OM’s European campaign, prioritizing adaptation over firm targets.

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Le défenseur marocain a été touché à la tête et fait l'objet d'un protocole commotion.
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Overview

  • Kick-off is Tuesday at 21:00 CET with live coverage on Canal+ as OM visit Real Madrid for their group opener.
  • Defender Nayef Aguerd is ruled out after a concussion against Lorient, with Benjamin Pavard expected to anchor the back line against Kylian Mbappé.
  • Roberto De Zerbi and captain Leonardo Balerdi stress vigilance and efficiency, aiming to limit errors and capitalize on chances rather than treat the occasion as a celebration.
  • About 4,000 Marseille supporters are expected in Madrid, where no French club has ever won at the Santiago Bernabéu according to prior records cited in coverage.
  • Longoria refrains from setting knockout-stage targets, presenting this season as an adaptation phase with the priority of securing next year’s Champions League qualification.