Aubameyang faces familiar foes as Marseille seek title bid revival

Former Arsenal and Barcelona star Aubameyang, now thirty-six, has returned to Marseille in fine form, boasting eight goals and ten assists. He previously played for Sunday’s opponents, Monaco, in 2010 before finding fame at Saint-Etienne and claiming silverware across Europe.

While Roberto De Zerbi’s Marseille recently faltered, missing a golden chance to lead Ligue 1 by drawing with Toulouse and losing to Lille, they remain third. Monaco, sitting seventh, have proved inconsistent, beating PSG before losing to Brest. However, both sides enter this clash boosted by midweek Champions League victories. Marseille’s success often hinges on the Gabonese striker. They have won every match where he has scored this campaign. Breaking his three-game drought is vital for their title hopes.

Meanwhile, surprise leaders Lens host Nice, and champions PSG could provisionally claim top spot against Metz. A victory on the south coast is essential for Marseille to reignite their title pursuit.