Marseille Hosts Liverpool in Champions League Amidst Massive Preparations

Olympique Marseille is preparing to host Liverpool on Wednesday evening in a highly anticipated UEFA Champions League clash. The match will take place at a packed Velodrome stadium, where Marseille aims to secure a victory that would guarantee them at least a spot in the play-off rounds.

In this context, Olympique Marseille coach Roberto De Zerbi has asked his players to "honor" the stadium in front of their fans. Supporters in both the South and North stands are preparing huge, three-dimensional "tifos," with the final touches put on the North Stand tifo on Tuesday evening. Approximately 3,300 Liverpool fans are expected in the away section, with some already arriving in Marseille on Tuesday, and the club has advised its supporters to arrive early.

Regarding team selection, Emerson will be absent for Olympique Marseille due to injury. For Liverpool, Mohamed Salah has returned from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, but his participation in the match remains uncertain. Coach Arne Slot stated that "some decisions will be made at the last minute."