Marseille's position in Ligue 1

Marseille is currently in 17th place in Ligue 1, the second-lowest position in the league, heading into their match against Troyes in the sixth round of the season. The match is scheduled for Sunday at 8:45 PM.

Bruno Genesio's strategy

Bruno Genesio, the manager of Marseille, has aimed to "manage the emergency" and "break the negative spiral" with a weakened squad. The team has been struggling with injuries and suspensions, which have limited their options.

Return of key players

Several key players are expected to return for the match against Troyes, providing some relief to the squad. Amine Gouiri, who recently returned from the Algerian national team with a thigh injury, is available despite initial concerns from the coaching staff.

Injuries and absences

Despite the return of some players, Marseille will be without Timothy Weah, who is suspended, and Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, who suffered a thigh injury during a slip with his national team and is expected to be out for about 15 days, or four matches.

Long-term absence

Derek Cornelius remains unavailable due to a "serious hip injury during a training session," according to his federation. His absence is expected to last until 2027, which has significantly impacted the team's depth and options.