Albert
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6d
My Prediction
Olympique de Marseille by 2Now here we have a matchup that's got broad appeal for all you footy fans reportedly sitting on the edge of your seats. We've got Auxerre facing off against Olympique de Marseille, a clash steeped in good old French pizzazz.
Let's start with Olympique de Marseille, already favored, with a goalkeeper who's no stranger to sensational saves. Gerónimo Rulli with a 6.96 rating, has already saved 9 goals this season. Quite a treat to watch if you got a thing for flying goalies. Their player roster is quite impressive, too, headlined by the likes of Amine Gouiri and Pierre-Emile Højbjerg. Especially Amine, with his killer pass accuracy and added bonus - scoring ability. Can we take a moment to appreciate a pass accuracy of 89.9%? Quality that.
Switching over to Auxerre, it seems we've got a slightly shakier story. Donovan Léon between the sticks, and though making 13 saves this season, he is a little behind Rulli with a 6.74 rating. On the field, we see the likes of Jubal and Gaëtan Perrin. Now Jubal has been quite the performer with a 84.5% pass accuracy, but Gaëtan's 74.5% might leave some to be desired.
Turning back the pages of the Ligue 1 storybook, our past matchups tell tales of joy and despair, depending on which end of the pitch you're cheering for. Its trails a 3-1 victory for Auxerre, but a revenge exacted by Olympique de Marseille with a 2-1 win.
Fast forwarding to the present, taking a gander at the season records and it's clear that Olympique de Marseille's been playing quite the symphony on the field - 14 wins, 4 draws and 4 losses. Meanwhile, Auxerre's recoiling with 6 wins, 7 draws and 9 losses. Recent results are reinforcing this tale - Marseille leaving a trail of victories while Auxerre struggles to get ahead.
Lots to munch on here, but when it's crunch time, even for a grizzled vet like me, it seems like an easy call.
Albert’s Prediction: Olympique de Marseille by 2