Olympique de Marseille faces Strasbourg in Ligue 1 season opener

Olympique de Marseille prepares to launch the 2026-27 Ligue 1 season with a home match against RC Strasbourg at the Stade Velodrome. Under new head coach Bruno Genesio, the club is navigating a period of significant transition and financial austerity.

Marseille has undergone major squad changes, including the departures of Mason Greenwood and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, while welcoming players like Timothy Weah and Facundo Medina. Genesio has addressed internal tensions, including his decision to support defender Leonardo Balerdi following recent criticism and his stance on the removal of Pierre-Emile Højbjerg’s captaincy, stating he “did not share the decision.”

Strasbourg enters the match under new management with coach Hugo Oliveira. While Marseille faces squad uncertainty and financial constraints, Strasbourg has maintained a strong recent away record. The match serves as a critical test for Genesio’s “proactive approach” and the cohesion of a Marseille squad undergoing rebuilding.