On Sunday, October 20, 2024, Montpellier HSC and Marseille will clash in a highly anticipated Ligue 1 match at Stade de la Mosson. Montpellier, currently struggling near the bottom of the table, face a daunting task against one of the league’s top contenders.
Montpellier have had a dismal start to the season, with just four points from seven matches and a staggering 21 goals conceded. They are on a two-match losing streak, having lost to Monaco and Reims in their last two outings. Their defensive record is the worst in the division, which does not bode well against a free-scoring Marseille side.
Marseille, on the other hand, have been impressive on the road, winning three of their four away matches and scoring at least three goals in each of those victories. Despite a recent defeat to Angers, which was marred by an early red card, Marseille are expected to continue their good form under new head coach Roberto De Zerbi. Their attacking style has been effective, and they are likely to exploit Montpellier’s fragile defense.
Predictions suggest a high-scoring match, with many experts favoring a Marseille victory. The odds are in Marseille’s favor, with a predicted scoreline of 1-3 or 1-4 in favor of the visitors. Jonathan Rowe, the English forward on loan from Norwich, is tipped to make an impact and possibly score first, given the suspension of Neil Maupay.
The match promises to be an exciting encounter, with Marseille’s attacking prowess likely to overwhelm Montpellier’s struggling defense. However, Montpellier will be hoping to cause some upset and improve their dismal start to the season.
