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Hakimi Suspended as PSG Host Marseille in Le Classique With Title Race Tightening

Lens' surge has tightened pressure on leaders PSG.

Overview

  • Marseille sit third, nine points behind PSG and seven off Lens, and need a win in Paris to realistically keep their title hopes alive.
  • PSG top the table by two points over Lens after six straight league victories, with the rivals meeting Sunday at the Parc des Princes.
  • Achraf Hakimi misses the match through suspension following his red card at Strasbourg, while Khvicha Kvaratskhelia is sidelined with an ankle injury.
  • Marseille boast the league’s most prolific attack, led by Mason Greenwood on 22 goals in all competitions, but defensive frailties and late concessions continue to draw sharp fan criticism.
  • Recent meetings have been tight, with Marseille winning 1-0 in September and PSG taking the Champions Trophy on penalties, as resurgent Lyon lurk level on points with Marseille in the chase for Champions League places.