Marseille hosts Olympiacos in Europa League

Olympique de Marseille is set to host Olympiacos in the Europa League on Thursday, with an expected attendance of between 57,000 and 58,000 spectators at the Vélodrome. Despite some uncertainty regarding the number of Greek supporters due to confusion over a travel ban, it has been confirmed that Olympiacos fans are allowed to travel to Marseille.

Marseille ends losing streak with win

The match follows a recent 2-0 victory against Troyes in Ligue 1, which ended a four-game losing streak for the Marseillais. This win has provided the team with renewed confidence as they prepare for their upcoming Europa League clash.

Genesio discusses Paixao's situation

Bruno Genesio, the Marseille coach, addressed the media in a press conference, discussing the team's approach to the upcoming match and the situation involving Igor Paixao. Genesio denied there was a problem with Paixao but acknowledged a "period of doubt" for the player.

Paixao's performance and commitment

He emphasized that while Paixao's offensive performance has been less effective compared to previous seasons, his commitment to the team has not wavered. Genesio expressed the need to support Paixao and help him regain his offensive confidence.

No squad rotation planned

Genesio also confirmed that he does not plan to rotate the squad for the Europa League match, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a winning streak after the recent victory against Troyes. Two players, Derek Cornelius and Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, remain absent from the squad due to injuries, although Hojbjerg is expected to feel better soon.

Marseille aims to build momentum

The match against Olympiacos is crucial for Marseille as they aim to recover from their initial defeat against Besiktas in the Europa League. The team will be looking to build confidence and momentum ahead of their next Ligue 1 match against Angers.