Bayeux vs Marseille: Preview, Predictions, Team News, and Lineups

Bayeux, a sixth-tier football club, prepares to face Marseille in a critical Coupe de France clash on Tuesday. The match will be held at Stade Michel d’Ornano in Caen. Bayeux aims to create history by overcoming one of France’s top clubs, while Marseille seeks redemption following a recent loss.

Bayeux vs Marseille: Match Preview

This encounter marks a significant moment for Bayeux. They reached the round of 32 by narrowly defeating Blois 2-1. Marseille, on the other hand, achieved a resounding 6-0 victory over Bourg-en-Bresse to advance.

Bayeux stands as the only regional club remaining in this season’s competition. Their journey has been defined by closely contested matches, having won their last four Coupe de France games by a single goal. This is the furthest they have progressed in the tournament’s history. A victory could see them become the first French regional team to reach the last 16 since Strasbourg Koenigshoffen and Pays de Cassel both did in 2023.

Key Statistics:

• Bayeux’s previous four Cup matches: Won by a single goal.
• All home matches in the Cup: Unbeaten.
• Last significant upset: Bayeux defeated third-tier Caen 3-2.

Marseille’s Recent Form

Following a disappointing defeat in the Trophee des Champions final, Marseille is eager to get back on track. They were edged out by Paris Saint-Germain after conceding late in the match. Despite recent struggles, Marseille has recorded two wins in their last three away fixtures, scoring a total of 11 goals.

Historically, Marseille has faced challenges in the round of 32, exiting at this stage in the last two Coupe de France tournaments. They last fell to a lower-division team in 2023 against Annecy in the quarter-finals. The team has not lost to a lower-tier club in this competition since the 2021 round of 32.

Marseille’s Key Players:

• Tadjidine Mmadi
• Bilai Nadir
• Igor Paixao
• Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg
• Mason Greenwood
• Leonardo Balerdi

Team News

Bayeux made two changes to their starting lineup in the last match against Blois, bringing in Benjamin Renaux and Romain Guillotte. Their goals secured a place in the current round.

On the Marseille side, Ruben Blanco is doubtful due to an injured knee, while Nayef Aguerd is unavailable due to international duty with Morocco.

Projected Lineups:

As the match approaches, predictions lean heavily toward a Marseille victory. The team’s experience and recent form give them a significant advantage. This match promises to captivate fans as Bayeux aims for a historic upset.