Catastrophe at PSG, OM Announces a New Master Stroke!
Marseille, France - 2024/09/26 22:15 CEST – A stunning defeat at the Vélodrome has plunged Paris Saint-Germain into crisis, as Olympique de Marseille secured a 1-0 victory in Le Classique. The loss intensifies pressure on PSG adn concurrently elevates Olympique de Marseille’s ambitions for the Ligue 1 title, with coach Roberto De Zerbi openly targeting the league lead.
The setback for PSG comes at a critical juncture, as the club navigates early-season challenges and faces mounting scrutiny. While currently tied on 12 points with league-leading AS Monaco – ahead only on goal difference - this defeat underscores vulnerabilities and raises questions about the team’s consistency. Meanwhile, De Zerbi has declared Friday evening’s match against Strasbourg as more vital than their upcoming Champions League fixture against Ajax, emphasizing the meaning of seizing the top spot in ligue 1.
“tomorrow (Friday) will be more critically important than the Ajax match,” De Zerbi stated in a press conference.”I do not think that Ajax is easier or less important than Strasbourg, it is really a arduous match, and if we win, we will be first in the standings. It’s always nice to see yourself as high in the standings. There is no better way to prepare Ajax than by focusing on the match of tomorrow.”
Currently ranked 6th with 9 points, OM’s victory demonstrates a clear intent to challenge for the championship. The club’s performance signals a potential shift in the balance of power within French football, with de zerbi’s strategic focus firmly set on domestic success. PSG will need to regroup quickly to maintain their position amongst the league’s elite.
Background: Le Classique is the name given to matches between Olympique de Marseille and Paris Saint-Germain, considered the biggest rivalry in French football. The Ligue 1 season began in August 2024, with AS Monaco currently holding the top position based on goal difference.
