Marseille and Liverpool renew a familiar European rivalry, with both sides carrying momentum and clear motivations into this Champions League clash. While the historical balance between the clubs is relatively even, recent trends lean towards the English side, adding extra intrigue as Marseille looks to reassert themselves on the continental stage. The overall UEFA head-to-head record shows two wins for Marseille, three for Liverpool, and one draw, but it is Liverpool who have had the upper hand in modern times. The Reds have won the last three meetings, with the most recent encounter dating back to 2008, reinforcing their psychological edge heading into this fixture. That said, Marseille will take encouragement from their recent performances against English opposition, having finally snapped a long-standing hoodoo earlier in the competition. On Matchday 5, Marseille secured a significant 2-1 victory over Newcastle, ending a frustrating run of 12 successive matches without a win against English teams (D3 L9). That result not only boosted belief within the squad but also underlined Marseille’s growing resilience in high-pressure European nights. A victory here would be particularly meaningful, as it would extend Marseille’s Champions League winning run to three matches [WLLWW], something they have not achieved since the 2010/11 season. A 4—3—3 formation with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Mason Greenwood, and Igor Paixão in attack is expected against the Reds.