Sat Mar 29 15:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Marseille Aim to End Losing Streak Against Struggling Reims

**Paris, France** – Olympique de Marseille (OM) will be looking to bounce back from a recent slump when they face Stade de Reims on Saturday. OM’s hopes of securing a Champions League spot are wavering after three defeats in their last four Ligue 1 matches, including a loss to rivals Paris Saint-Germain in Le Classique. Their away form is particularly concerning, having lost their last two road games, conceding three or more goals in each. A repeat of this poor performance against Reims, currently on a 15-game winless streak – the longest in Europe’s top five leagues – would be disastrous for their Champions League ambitions.

Reims, who are just two points above the relegation playoff spot, are on the verge of equaling their club record winless run of 16 matches. Their struggles are compounded by injuries to key attacking players. While they could reach the Coupe de France final midweek, their focus remains firmly on avoiding a further drop down the table. The possibility of Saint-Etienne being awarded three points for a previously abandoned match against Montpellier adds further pressure.

Despite Reims’ dire form, OM haven’t historically dominated their opponents. They drew 2-2 at the Velodrome earlier this season and lost 1-0 at the Stade Auguste-Delaune last season. Marseille will be wary of a repeat of last season’s upset that cost them European football.

OM will be without Amine Harit, Michael Murillo and Faris Moumbagna due to injury. However, key players like Amine Gouiri, who recently impressed for Algeria, are available. Reims’ top scorer, Keito Nakamura, will be watched closely after returning from international duty.

While Marseille are favorites, their recent inconsistency and Reims’ desperate situation make for an unpredictable encounter. A win for OM is crucial to maintain their top-four hopes. A loss, however, could further complicate their Champions League aspirations.

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