Exciting Weekend of Football Ahead
From top-of-the-table clashes to fierce local derbies, a thrilling weekend of action is set to unfold across Europe’s premier leagues. Fans can stay updated with the latest scores and developments through our Football Tracker.
Sunday, March 1st
23:09 CET – What an exhilarating conclusion to the weekend! A flurry of goals and late drama could significantly impact the trajectories of various teams this season.
Following a quieter day tomorrow, the excitement will resume on Tuesday with mid-week action in the Premier League and cup competitions across other major European leagues.
Stay tuned for comprehensive coverage of all the action through our news and match reports, and we will return next weekend with another live tracker.
23:01 CET
Amidst the chaos, Celta Vigo secured a vital victory in Ligue 1, defeating Girona 2-1 and closing the gap to fifth-placed Real Betis.
22:55 CET
In a dramatic turn of events, Marseille triumphed over Lyon after battling back from a goal down twice, securing a late victory that revitalizes their hopes of finishing in Ligue 1’s top four.
Marseille vs Lyon Momentum Swings
22:45 CET – Aubameyang clinches the win for Marseille! The seasoned striker netted his second goal of the match in the 91st minute, propelling the hosts ahead.
22:38 CET – Juventus salvaged a point in stoppage time! Federico Gatti scored in the third minute of added time, resulting in a thrilling 3-3 draw.
22:34 CET – Excitement in Marseille! Remi Himbert restored Lyon’s lead, but Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang quickly equalized for the hosts, setting the stage for a thrilling finish.
22:24 CET – The action continues in Rome, where Jeremie Boga has narrowed the gap for Juventus, leaving them with about ten minutes to find an equalizer.
22:09 CET – The goals keep coming! Donyell Malen extended Roma’s lead to 3-1 with a deft finish, while Igor Paixao leveled the score in Marseille.
21:59 CET – Evan Ndicka put Roma back in front, scoring his second goal in as many games from a corner, making it 2-1 in the Eternal City.
21:54 CET – Juventus started the second half strong, with Francisco Conceicao equalizing just two minutes in with a stunning volley.
21:39 CET – At halftime, Lyon and Roma are in favorable positions, leading their respective matches.
21:29 CET – Roma struck first against Juventus, with Wesley curling in a beautiful shot to take the lead.
20:55 CET – Lyon made a quick start, taking the lead within three minutes through captain Corentin Tolisso, capitalizing on a defensive error from Marseille.
20:38 CET – The weekend is concluding with style, featuring significant matches in Ligue 1 and Serie A. In France, third-placed Lyon faces off against fourth-placed Marseille, while in Italy, Roma hosts Juventus.
Marseille vs Lyon Starting XIs
Confirmed lineups for the match:
- Marseille (4-2-3-1): Geronimo Rulli (GK), Timothy Weah, Leonardo Balerdi, Nayef Aguerd, Emerson, Geoffrey Kondogbia, Pierre-Emile Hoejbjerg, Mason Greenwood, Quinten Timber, Hamed Traore, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.
- Lyon (4-3-1-2): Dominik Greif (GK), Ainsley Maitland-Niles, Clinton Mata, Moussa Niakhate, Nicolas Tagliafico, Tanner Tessmann, Tyler Morton, Corentin Tolisso, Noah Nartey, Endrick, Roman Yaremchuk.
Match Predictions
With Lyon’s top scorer Pavel Sulc sidelined due to injury, the odds for Marseille to win have shifted. However, Corentin Tolisso is expected to step up as a key player for Lyon, making his shot on target a promising bet.
As the teams prepare to clash at Stade Vélodrome, fans can anticipate a tightly contested match with significant implications for both sides in the race for Champions League qualification.