Relegation-Threatened Auxerre Faces Marseille's Title Charge

On November 2nd, 2025, relegation-threatened Auxerre welcomes high-flying Marseille to Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps in a clash of contrasting fortunes. Auxerre, under the management of Christophe Pelissier, are enduring a nightmare campaign, languishing two points below the relegation line after 10 matches. With the joint-most defeats in Ligue 1 (seven), Auxerre are on a concerning five-match winless streak and have failed to score in their last two outings.

In contrast, Marseille, led by Roberto De Zerbi, remain genuine title contenders, trailing league leaders PSG by just two points. However, the visitors have experienced a recent wobble, collecting just one point from their last three matches across all competitions. This defensive fragility is uncharacteristic, as they have conceded four goals in their last two Ligue 1 matches, matching their total from the previous six combined.

Despite Marseille's recent struggles, the quality gap between the two sides remains substantial. Auxerre will desperately hope to replicate their dominant performances against Marseille last season, when they secured comprehensive victories totaling 6-1 on aggregate. This rare bright spot in Auxerre's campaign could provide the inspiration they need to pull off an upset and boost their chances of avoiding relegation.