LIVE! Auxerre vs Marseille on beIN SPORTS
The AJ Auxerre will host Olympique de Marseille at the Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps on February 22, 2025, for a crucial Ligue 1 clash in Matchday 23. Both teams enter this matchup with significant stakes—Auxerre fights to escape the relegation zone, while Marseille looks to solidify its spot in European competition.
Match Preview: Survival vs European Aspirations
AJ Auxerre: Battling for Safety
- Position: 13th in Ligue 1 (25 points)
- Form: Winless in last 11 matches across all competitions
- Home Record: Five consecutive home draws
- Goals Conceded: 37 this season
Under coach Christophe Pélissier, Auxerre has struggled to find consistency but has shown resilience, especially at home. Despite defensive vulnerabilities, the team has managed to avoid defeat in recent home fixtures, earning valuable points through hard-fought draws.
Key Player to Watch – Gaëtan Perrin:
A versatile forward, Perrin has been pivotal in key moments, providing crucial goals and creativity in the final third.
Olympique de Marseille: Chasing European Glory
- Position: 2nd in Ligue 1
- Goals Scored: 50 (second-highest in the league)
- Recent Result: Dominant 5-1 win over Saint-Étienne
Managed by Roberto De Zerbi, Marseille has been one of Ligue 1’s most exciting teams this season. The offense has been on fire, spearheaded by standout performances from new signing Amine Gouiri, who scored twice in their last outing.
Key Player to Watch – Mason Greenwood:
The English forward leads Marseille’s scoring charts with 14 goals, consistently troubling defenses with his pace and finishing.
Head-to-Head: Auxerre vs Marseille
- Total Meetings: 62
- Marseille Wins: 27
- Auxerre Wins: 18
- Draws: 17
While Marseille holds the historical edge, Auxerre shocked the Olympians with a 3-1 victory in their last encounter at the Orange Vélodrome. This result serves as a reminder that Auxerre can pose a serious threat despite their lower league position.
Match Details: How to Watch in the U.S.
- Date: Saturday, February 22, 2025
- Kickoff Time: 3:05 PM ET | 12:05 PM PT
- Live Broadcast: beIN SPORTS USA, beIN SPORTS en Español, and beIN SPORTS Connect
