Marseille vs Auxerre Prediction and Betting Tips, scheduled for Friday, March 13, 2026, at 19:45 GMT. The match will be broadcast live on Amazon Prime and beIN Connect from the Stade Velodrome in Marseille. Referee Marc Bollengier will be the man in charge for this one.
Habib Beye's side is currently sitting 3rd in the table and they have been absolutely lethal at home lately. They are coming off a decent run but need more consistency. In this article, you will find our latest Ligue 1 Predictions for this exciting matchup.
Marseille vs Auxerre Key Facts and Stats
Marseille currently averages a league high 2.67 goals per match when playing at the Stade Velodrome.
The visitors Auxerre have struggled significantly in front of goal, firing blanks in 56% of matches.
Home side Marseille remains unbeaten in their last 3 fixtures held at their own famous stadium.
Auxerre is on a surprising 3 match unbeaten run during their recent travels away from home.
English forward Mason Greenwood leads the scoring charts for the hosts with an impressive 15 goals.
Auxerre will be missing their top scorer Lassine Sinayoko who is currently out due to suspension.
Best home attack in the league with 2.67 goals scored per match.
Excellent corner defense conceding only 2.67 per home game, ranking them 2nd.
Offensive threat with a high average of 14.17 shots taken per game.
High efficiency in front of goal with 6.25 shots on target per match.
- Marseille's Weaknesses
Aggressive defensive style resulting in 13.58 average fouls committed per match.
Failing to find the net in 2 of their last 5 league fixtures.
Defensive lapses shown by conceding an average of 1.25 goals at home.
League Position
16
+ Auxerre's Strengths
Currently enjoying a positive run of 3 matches unbeaten on the road.
High average of 13.42 fouls won, indicating they can draw pressure.
Solid recent form with only 1 defeat in their last 5 games.
- Auxerre's Weaknesses
One of the weakest attacks away with only 0.75 goals scored per match.
Struggling in the standings with only 0.58 points per game on the road.
Weak offensive output with a low average of 3.08 shots on target.
Match Preview
Marseille is looking to solidify their spot in the top 3 and they've got the firepower to do it. Mason Greenwood has been a revelation this season, netting 15 goals with a strike rate of 0.71 per 90 minutes. He is clearly the man to watch.
Habib Beye's tactical setup usually sees his team dominate possession. However, they will be missing Bilal Nadir and Nayef Aguerd for this clash. Still, with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang likely starting, their attack remains incredibly dangerous. Can they break down a stubborn, if limited, Auxerre defense?
The atmosphere at the Velodrome is always electric, and Marseille has used that energy to go 3 games unbeaten at home. They average 14.17 shots per game here, which is huge. It's all about whether they can find that final clinical touch on Friday.
Auxerre comes into this one in 16th place, which is a scary spot to be. They've only picked up 0.58 points per game on their travels this season. That's a massive worry when you're visiting one of the most hostile stadiums in France.
To make matters worse, they are missing an important player as Lassine Sinayoko is suspended. He has scored 6 goals this term and is their primary threat. Without him, Christophe Pelissier will have to rely on the likes of Sekou Mara to produce magic.
It feels like a massive mountain for the visitors to climb. They fire blanks in over half of their games, which doesn't bode well. That said, football is unpredictable, but they'll need their best defensive performance of the year to survive these Ligue 1 Predictions tonight.
Olympique de Marseille defender Nayef Aguerd has successfully undergone surgery to resolve a persistent pubalgia issue that hampered his performance since October. The Moroccan international revealed he had been playing through significant daily pain before opting for the procedure. Now focused on recovery, the former West Ham man aims to return for the season’s final sprint to bolster Marseille’s push for a Champions League qualification spot.
G. Kondogbia, P. Højbjerg M. Greenwood, Q. Timber, I. Paixão
FW
P. Aubameyang
OUT
B. Nadir(OUT),
N. Aguerd(OUT)
Auxerre (3-4-2-1)
Christophe Pélissier
GK
D. Léon
DF
S. Diomandé, B. Okoh, G. Mensah
MF
M. Senaya, E. Owusu, K. Danois, F. Oppegård J. Casimir, D. Namaso
FW
S. Mara
OUT
T. Siwe(OUT),
L. Coulibaly(OUT),
R. Faivre(OUT),
L. Sinayoko(SUSPENDED),
O. El Azzouzi(OUT)
Referee
Marc BOLLENGIER
Prediction
Marseille to Win @1.48
Marseille is a dominant force at the Velodrome, boasting the best home attack in the league with an average of 2.67 goals per game. With Mason Greenwood scoring 15 goals already this season, their offensive efficiency is simply too much for most teams. Auxerre currently sits in the bottom 3 for away performance, averaging a lowly 0.58 points per game when playing on the road.
The visitors are also missing their main attacking threat, Lassine Sinayoko, who is out due to suspension. He has scored 6 goals this season, and his absence leaves a huge void in a team that already fails to score in 56% of their matches. Given Marseille's unbeaten home streak and their average of 14.17 shots per match, a comfortable home victory is the most likely outcome.
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FAQ – Marseille vs Auxerre Prediction
Who is the favorite to win between Marseille and Auxerre?
Marseille are heavy favorites due to their league high home scoring average of 2.67 goals and their 3rd place position in the standings.
Where can I watch Marseille vs Auxerre live?
The Marseille vs Auxerre Ligue 1 match will be broadcast live on Amazon Prime and beIN Connect (USA).
What time does Marseille vs Auxerre start?
Kick-off is scheduled for 19:45 (GMT) on Friday, March 13, 2026.
Which key players are missing for this match?
Marseille will be without Bilal Nadir, while Auxerre is missing their top scorer Lassine Sinayoko due to a suspension.
What is the venue for the Marseille vs Auxerre match?
The game will be played at the historic Stade Velodrome in Marseille, France.
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