Following a notable 3-1 victory over Lens last weekend, which came after a tough 7-1 defeat to AS Monaco, FC Nantes is preparing to face Olympique Marseille. Marseille is also aiming to bounce back after losing to Auxerre in their recent match. For their visit to Marseille, Nantes will be missing Nathan Zeze, Nicolas Cozza, Adel Mahamoud, and Tino Kadewere.
Young midfielder Louis Leroux, aged 19, made a significant impact by scoring in his first start at Stade de la Beaujoire last weekend. His performance impressed both the manager and the fans, and he is likely to retain his place in the lineup. It is anticipated that Nantes will maintain their usual 4-3-3 formation.
While Francis Coquelin made an appearance as a substitute against Lens and provided an assist – his first Ligue 1 game in over 13 years – it’s considered unlikely he will start against Marseille this Sunday at the Vélodrome. Matthis Abline is expected to lead the attack for Nantes once again, and Moses Simon should also feature after a strong showing and a goal in the previous game.
Predicted Nantes XI against Olympique Marseille:
Lopes – Amian, Sow, Castelletto, Pallois (c) – Lepenant, Douglas, Leroux – Abline, Mohamed, Simon.