Marseille vs Liverpool Preview: Liverpool Unfazed by Marseille Away Despite Four Consecutive Premier League Draws, Bundesliga Allies Ready to Shine

At 4 AM Beijing time on January 22nd, the 7th round of the Champions League group stage sees Marseille hosting Liverpool.

Highlights of the Marseille vs Liverpool match are as follows:

First:Team Situations! After six rounds in the Champions League, Marseille has 3 wins and 3 losses, accumulating 9 points and sitting in sixteenth place, while Liverpool has 4 wins and 2 losses with 12 points, ranking eleventh. In the last league game, Marseille achieved a 5-2 away victory over Angers; Liverpool drew 1-1 at home against Burnley, marking their fourth straight draw in the Premier League. Currently, Marseille ranks third in Ligue 1 with a total squad value of €385 million; Liverpool is fourth in the Premier League with a total squad value of €1.04 billion.

Second:Liverpool Unfazed by Marseille Away, Bundesliga Allies Ready to Make an Impact, Fighting for Top 8 and 3 Points! In this round of the Champions League, Arsenal won and Tottenham also secured victory, suggesting the Champions League might be easier than the Premier League. Currently, the Premier League is the top league among the big five, but it has been tough lately; ironically, the Champions League might be easier to compete in. Apart from PSG, French teams generally lack competitiveness in the Champions League. Although Liverpool seems to be struggling with four consecutive draws in the Premier League, their Bundesliga contingent is improving, especially with Wirtz becoming Liverpool’s offensive core. Liverpool is not afraid of playing away at Marseille and will definitely give their all to secure a top-eight spot and direct qualification. Considering the current strength of both teams, Liverpool is favored to win away at Marseille and move into the Champions League’s top eight and direct qualification zone.

In their last six encounters, Marseille has 2 wins, 1 draw, and 3 losses, trailing Liverpool. In the most recent three meetings, Marseille has suffered three straight defeats.

Injury and Suspension Updates: Marseille hasPavard; Liverpool hasIsak, Bradley, and Leoni.