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Welcome to our Marseille vs Liverpool prediction, where we break down everything you need to know before these two storied clubs meet at the iconic Stade Vélodrome on January 21, 2026. With both sides eyeing a strong finish to the league phase of the UEFA Champions League, this fixture promises tactical intrigue, high stakes, and a few twists along the way. Let’s dive into the details, from team news to betting tips, and see what our AI forecasts for this fascinating encounter.
This Matchday 8 tie is the last hurdle before the Champions League knockout rounds, and both Marseille and Liverpool have plenty to play for. The Vélodrome, with its 67,394 seats and roaring atmosphere, sets the perfect scene for a European night.
Tactics and Team News: Marseille’s transformation under Roberto De Zerbi is no exaggeration. The Italian tactician has implemented a sophisticated style, investing €76.8 million in summer signings like Adrien Rabiot, Pierre-Emile Højbjerg, and Mason Greenwood. The result? A team that’s now a real continental contender. The injury list is short, with key players expected to be fit.
Liverpool, meanwhile, are feeling the pinch of a brutal January schedule and a growing injury list. Alexander Isak, Conor Bradley, Stefan Bajčetić, and G. Leoni are all out. The big question is the return of Mohamed Salah after Egypt’s Africa Cup of Nations campaign. Coach Slot is hopeful, knowing Salah’s presence could be decisive, especially with options limited in attack.
Both managers have been vocal about their challenges. De Zerbi sees this as a “transformational opportunity” for Marseille, while Slot has openly questioned the wisdom of playing three matches in a week, even joking he’s “almost happy” to be out of the League Cup to avoid more fatigue.
Now, let’s get nerdy with our Marseille vs Liverpool prediction, using the latest stats and AI insights. Here’s what our data-driven approach reveals:
In summary, all signs point to a tight, tactical contest. Marseille will look to ride their recent form and home crowd, but Liverpool’s experience and discipline should see them through. Our Marseille vs Liverpool prediction: a narrow away win, with under 4.0 goals the smart bet for punters.
As always, football has a way of defying even the best predictions, but with current odds showing a home win at 4.0, draw at 4.0, and away win at 1.95, the value seems to lie with Liverpool to edge it—just don’t expect a goal fest. Trust the AI, trust the stats, and maybe keep a coffee handy for what could be a cagey, late-night affair at the Vélodrome!
Welcome to our Marseille vs Liverpool prediction, where we break down everything you need to know before these two storied clubs meet at the iconic Stade Vélodrome on January 21, 2026. With both sides eyeing a strong finish to the league phase of the UEFA Champions League, this fixture promises tactical intrigue, high stakes, and a few twists along the way. Let’s dive into the details, from team news to betting tips, and see what our AI forecasts for this fascinating encounter.
This Matchday 8 tie is the last hurdle before the Champions League knockout rounds, and both Marseille and Liverpool have plenty to play for. The Vélodrome, with its 67,394 seats and roaring atmosphere, sets the perfect scene for a European night.
Tactics and Team News: Marseille’s transformation under Roberto De Zerbi is no exaggeration. The Italian tactician has implemented a sophisticated style, investing €76.8 million in summer signings like Adrien Rabiot, Pierre-Emile Højbjerg, and Mason Greenwood. The result? A team that’s now a real continental contender. The injury list is short, with key players expected to be fit.
Liverpool, meanwhile, are feeling the pinch of a brutal January schedule and a growing injury list. Alexander Isak, Conor Bradley, Stefan Bajčetić, and G. Leoni are all out. The big question is the return of Mohamed Salah after Egypt’s Africa Cup of Nations campaign. Coach Slot is hopeful, knowing Salah’s presence could be decisive, especially with options limited in attack.
Both managers have been vocal about their challenges. De Zerbi sees this as a “transformational opportunity” for Marseille, while Slot has openly questioned the wisdom of playing three matches in a week, even joking he’s “almost happy” to be out of the League Cup to avoid more fatigue.
Now, let’s get nerdy with our Marseille vs Liverpool prediction, using the latest stats and AI insights. Here’s what our data-driven approach reveals:
In summary, all signs point to a tight, tactical contest. Marseille will look to ride their recent form and home crowd, but Liverpool’s experience and discipline should see them through. Our Marseille vs Liverpool prediction: a narrow away win, with under 4.0 goals the smart bet for punters.
As always, football has a way of defying even the best predictions, but with current odds showing a home win at 4.0, draw at 4.0, and away win at 1.95, the value seems to lie with Liverpool to edge it—just don’t expect a goal fest. Trust the AI, trust the stats, and maybe keep a coffee handy for what could be a cagey, late-night affair at the Vélodrome!
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U3.5 -161
No more than 3 goals will be scored in the match with odds of -161X2 -333
Liverpool to win or drawUnder 3.5 -161
No more than 3 goals will be scored in the matchNo 150
At least one team is not expected to scoreX2&U5.5 -213
Away win/draw and under 5.5 goals
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| 31 Jan |
Paris FC.
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| Marseille.
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| 24 Jan | W |
Marseille.
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3:1
| Lens.
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| 21 Jan | L |
Marseille.
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0:3
| Liverpool.
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| 17 Jan | W |
Angers.
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2:5
| Marseille.
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| 13 Jan | W |
Bayeux.
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0:9
| Marseille.
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| 08 Jan | D |
PSG.
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2:2
| Marseille.
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| 04 Jan | L |
Marseille.
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0:2
| Nantes.
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| 21 Dec | W |
Bourg 01.
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0:6
| Marseille.
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| 14 Dec | W |
Marseille.
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1:0
| Monaco.
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| 09 Dec | W |
Union S.
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2:3
| Marseille.
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| 24 Jan | L | Bournemout. |
3:2 |
Liverpool.![]() |
| 21 Jan | W | Marseille. |
0:3 |
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| 17 Jan | D | Liverpool. |
1:1 |
Burnley.![]() |
| 12 Jan | W | Liverpool. |
4:1 |
Barnsley.![]() |
| 08 Jan | D | Arsenal. |
0:0 |
Liverpool.![]() |
| 04 Jan | D | Fulham. |
2:2 |
Liverpool.![]() |
| 01 Jan | D | Liverpool. |
0:0 |
Leeds.![]() |
| 27 Dec | W | Liverpool. |
2:1 |
Wolves.![]() |
| 20 Dec | W | Tottenham. |
1:2 |
Liverpool.![]() |
| 13 Dec | W | Liverpool. |
2:0 |
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World - UEFA Champions League| Team | Matches | Goals | Points | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Arsenal | 7 | 20-2 | 21 |
| 2 |
Bayern | 7 | 20-7 | 18 |
| 3 |
Real Madrid | 7 | 19-8 | 15 |
| 4 |
Liverpool | 7 | 14-8 | 15 |
| 5 |
Tottenham | 7 | 15-7 | 14 |
| 6 |
Paris Saint | 7 | 20-10 | 13 |
| 7 |
Newcastle | 7 | 16-6 | 13 |
| 8 |
Chelsea | 7 | 14-8 | 13 |
| 9 |
Barcelona | 7 | 18-13 | 13 |
| 10 |
Sporting CP | 7 | 14-9 | 13 |
| 11 |
Manchester | 7 | 13-9 | 13 |
| 12 |
Atletico | 7 | 16-13 | 13 |
| 13 |
Atalanta | 7 | 10-9 | 13 |
| 14 |
Inter | 7 | 13-7 | 12 |
| 15 |
Juventus | 7 | 14-10 | 12 |
| 16 |
Borussia | 7 | 19-15 | 11 |
| 17 |
Galatasaray | 7 | 9-9 | 10 |
| 18 |
Qarabag | 7 | 13-15 | 10 |
| 19 |
Marseille | 7 | 11-11 | 9 |
| 20 |
Bayer | 7 | 10-14 | 9 |
| 21 |
Monaco | 7 | 8-14 | 9 |
| 22 |
PSV Eindhoven | 7 | 15-14 | 8 |
| 23 |
Athletic Club | 7 | 7-11 | 8 |
| 24 |
Olympiakos | 7 | 8-13 | 8 |
| 25 |
Napoli | 7 | 7-12 | 8 |
| 26 |
FC Copenhagen | 7 | 11-17 | 8 |
| 27 |
Club Brugge KV | 7 | 12-17 | 7 |
| 28 |
Bodo/Glimt | 7 | 12-14 | 6 |
| 29 |
Benfica | 7 | 6-10 | 6 |
| 30 |
Pafos | 7 | 4-10 | 6 |
| 31 |
Union St. | 7 | 7-17 | 6 |
| 32 |
Ajax | 7 | 7-19 | 6 |
| 33 |
Eintracht | 7 | 10-19 | 4 |
| 34 |
Slavia Praha | 7 | 4-15 | 3 |
| 35 |
Villarreal | 7 | 5-15 | 1 |
| 36 |
Kairat Almaty | 7 | 5-19 | 1 |