The Olympique de Marseille completed its summer preparation of 2025 with an overall encouraging record, allowing for some good prospects for the start of the Ligue 1. Friendly matches revealed one attacker in particular, Mason Greenwood, who established himself as a major offensive asset. With seven goals in just five matches, the young English player demonstrated his ability to score, his precision in front of the goal and his decisive role in key moments. His complicity with players such as Aubameyang, Rowe and Gouiri could be an important offensive weapon for OM, especially in the next game in Rennes.

However, the preparation also highlighted some defensive weaknesses, particularly during rapid transitions and air balloons. Coach Igor Tudor stressed the need to correct these deficiencies quickly to avoid negative consequences in the championship and Champions League. The club management and the coach remain committed to strengthening the rearguard with new players before the end of the summer mercato. The aim of this strengthening effort is to consolidate the defence and ensure greater collective strength.

As the shock against OM approached, Stade Rennais’ new coach Habib Beye expressed his confidence while stressing his respect for his opponent. He insisted on the progress of his team during the preparation, while calling for more offensive efficiency. Beye is aware of the quality of OM and does not underestimate the difficulty of the upcoming game. He stressed that OM is a leading team in Ligue 1, and that the trip to Marseille will be a real challenge for his team.