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Marseille hosts Liverpool at the Orange Vélodrome with both sides firmly in the hunt for automatic qualification to the Champions League last 16. Roberto De Zerbi’s team comes into the clash buoyed by back-to-back European victories and explosive domestic form, having scored freely in recent Ligue 1 outings while losing only twice at home all season. Sitting just three points off the automatic spots, Marseille are chasing a third straight Champions League win for the first time in over a decade, and their fearless, attacking approach, highlighted by a high-scoring trend and strong home atmosphere, gives them the belief they can unsettle another English giant after recent successes against Newcastle and PSV.

Liverpool arrive under contrasting emotions, outstanding in Europe but frustrated domestically after a run of draws capped by a disappointing home stalemate with Burnley. Arne Slot’s side remain unbeaten in 12 matches and boast an exceptional away record in the Champions League, including a statement 1-0 win at Inter last time out that kept them level on points with the teams occupying the top-eight places. However, pressure is growing after dropping league points and questions about consistency. With Marseille desperate to close the gap and Liverpool aiming to protect their top-eight ambitions, this promises a high-tempo, attacking contest where qualification momentum and confidence could swing dramatically on the night.

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