This Sunday evening, Olympique Lyonnais will host Olympique de Marseille in a match expected with a strong atmosphere both on the ground and in the rostrum. However, Marseille fans should be banned from moving, a decision confirmed by the forerunner of Rhone and the Ministry of the Interior, despite OL’s desire to welcome Marseille fans back in the game back to the Vélodrome. This ban follows incidents between the two teams, including the brewing of an OL bus in October 2023, and raises questions about the management of rivalry between the two clubs. This situation is all the more regrettable since OL had initially agreed to accept Marseille supporters on the basis of reciprocity.

Five days from this shock, Paulo Fonseca announced the opening of the next press training, a first since the recovery. The session, which will take place on Tuesday at the Groupama OL Training Center, will allow fans to see the new summer recruits. This initiative aims to strengthen the link between the club and its supporters and create a positive momentum before the game. Openness to the public is seen as an opportunity to celebrate reinforcements and demonstrate the club’s commitment to its community.

At the same time, the Olympique de Marseille advanced in the recruitment of Emerson Palmieri to strengthen its workforce, especially in the left side position. Interest in the West Ham player is motivated by his European and League 1 experience and his ability to facilitate the integration of other new recruits like Igor Paixão. The transfer could be made to the agent, with a two-year contract, allowing OM to strengthen its group for the coming season and meet the ambitions of its coach. Marseille leaders are actively engaged in providing a competitive workforce.