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Monaco vs Marseille Prediction, Tips & Odds

Monaco vs Marseille

Ligue 1Regular Season - 2
Monaco
#2 · Ligue 1
WWWWL
2 - 0
Stade Louis II, Monaco (18,523)
Referee: W. Delajod
Marseille
#13 · Ligue 1
LLWLW
★ OUR PICK
Both Teams to Score
Both attacks have been productive and both defences leaky — both teams to score carries the edge.
BTTS
1.51
BEST ODDS
Our pick: Bookmakers offer average 1.48 (implied 67.6%) for Both Teams to Score. Our experts calculate a 70.1% probability (an expert ratio of 1.43). We chose this bet because our experts rate it more likely than the bookmaker price implies (70.1% vs 67.6%), driven by both attacks scoring freely while both defences look leaky. That edge makes it our most confident selection for this match.

Match Preview

The model favours Monaco to win against Marseille, projecting a scoreline of 2-1. As the season kicks off, Monaco starts the campaign in a strong position, having finished third last season. Their recent form shows promise, with two wins in their last five matches, indicating a competitive edge as they look to build momentum early in the Ligue 1 season. On the other hand, Marseille enters this match in 11th place and will be eager to improve upon their recent performance, which includes three wins in their last five outings. However, they will need to translate that form into the new season effectively, as they have not yet had the chance to demonstrate their potential in the current league standings. The model indicates a win probability of approximately 60% for Monaco, with the potential scoreline reflecting their solid foundation from the previous season. A key market percentage to note is that the odds may favour a Monaco victory. However, a caveat exists; if Marseille can leverage their recent winning streak, they could pose a significant challenge. For a detailed explanation of our prediction methodology, please refer to the "How We Reached This Prediction" section. This analysis comes from The Daily Punt Analysis Team, utilizing an in-house model that assesses expected goals and actual results throughout the season.

Betting Predictions

How the model works, and its full prediction record, are set out on our How It Works and Accuracy pages.

Match Result
Monaco Win52%2.22
Draw22%3.59
Marseille Win26%3.08
BTTS
Both Teams to Score: Yes
1.4863.4%

Both attacks have been productive in recent matches, with regular goal-scoring on either side.

Over/Under Goals
Over 2.5 Goals
1.6061.0%

Combined goal output is high (3.5 per game). The over has been the right side more often than not.

Correct Score
Monaco 1-1 Marseille
6.6715.0%

The most likely scoreline per our model at 15.0% probability.

Asian Handicap
Monaco -0.5
2.1346%

Monaco have been the stronger side, winning 55% of their matches.

CORRECT SCOREMost likely outcomes
1-1
6.67
15.0%
2-1
8.40
11.9%
1-2
9.99
10.1%
1-0
9.99
10.1%
2-2
10.31
9.8%
0-1
11.81
8.5%

Our model projects a 1-1 draw as the most likely scoreline at 15.0% probability. These six outcomes together cover the bulk of the projected probability for this fixture.

ASIAN HANDICAPLines & prices
Monaco
-0.0
1.63
Marseille
+0.0
2.28
Monaco
-0.3
1.96
Marseille
+0.3
2.54
Monaco
-0.5
2.13
Marseille
+0.5
2.85
Monaco
-1.5
4.00
Marseille
+1.5
6.00

Lines averaged across 6 bookmakers. Monaco are the favourites on the spread, so the larger handicaps pay more if they win comfortably while the smaller lines protect the bet on a narrower result.

Best Betting Odds

Monaco vs Marseille
Bookmaker1X2O/U 2.5BTTS
1X2OverUnderYesNo
10Bet
2.203.553.001.572.351.482.50
Marathonbet
2.243.663.201.572.281.492.44
Betfair
2.203.603.201.602.301.442.63
Pinnacle
2.253.653.231.642.37
SBO
2.243.332.75
William Hill
2.203.403.001.502.50
Bet365
2.153.703.101.622.301.502.50
1xBet
2.283.723.251.662.421.492.48
Unibet
2.203.503.001.542.451.442.63
Betano
2.223.553.101.602.401.472.55
Superbet
2.223.703.101.602.371.512.50
BetVictor
2.203.703.001.572.211.472.45

Goals Probability

Avg. bookmaker odds
Over 0.5 Goals
92.9%
Over 1.5 Goals
80.2%
Over 2.5 Goals
61%
Over 3.5 Goals
38.8%

Double Chance

Bet covers two outcomes
1XMonaco or Draw
74%1.37
12Monaco or Marseille
78%1.27
X2Draw or Marseille
48%1.66

Head to Head

Last 10 Meetings (evenly matched 4-4)
4 Monaco2 Draw4 Marseille
05 Apr
Monaco
2-1
Marseille
Ligue 1
Dec 25
Marseille
1-0
Monaco
Ligue 1
Apr 25
Monaco
3-0
Marseille
Ligue 1
Dec 24
Marseille
2-1
Monaco
Ligue 1
Jan 24
Marseille
2-2
Monaco
Ligue 1
Sept 23
Monaco
3-2
Marseille
Ligue 1
Jan 23
Marseille
1-1
Monaco
Ligue 1
Nov 22
Monaco
2-3
Marseille
Ligue 1
Mar 22
Marseille
0-1
Monaco
Ligue 1
Sept 21
Monaco
0-2
Marseille
Ligue 1

The head-to-head record between Monaco and Marseille stands at 4 wins for Monaco, 4 for Marseille, and 2 draws over the last 10 matches. This balanced record indicates a competitive rivalry, with both teams showing the ability to secure victories. The scorelines reflect a mix of close contests and a couple of decisive wins, such as Monaco's 3-0 triumph and Marseille's 3-2 victory. The matches have generally been competitive, with only a few instances of heavy scoring, and the last time either side had a significant winning streak was not recent.

Ligue 1 Standings

#TeamPWDLGFGAGDPtsForm
1
Lille
431072510
WWDW
2
Monaco
431062410
DWWW
3
Rennes
431085310
WWWD
4
Lyon
42206248
DWDW
5
Paris FC
42206248
DWWD
6
Strasbourg
42119817
DWWL
13
Marseille
41036603
LLLW
16
Le Havre
402224-22
DLDL
17
Toulouse
402247-32
DLDL
18
Nice
402215-42
LDLD

Venue Record

Current season at home / on the road
MonacoHome
1W0D0L
1 playedGF 2 · GA 03.00 pts/game
MarseilleAway
0W0D2L
2 playedGF 0 · GA 30.00 pts/game

Key Statistics

2026 Season
MonacoMarseille
1.97Goals p.g.1.5
1.41Goals conceded p.g.1.65
28%Clean sheets19%
55%Win rate42%
3.38Avg goals in match3.15
1.72xG per game2.04
1.15xGA per game-0.14
46%Possession %60%
5.4Shots on target / game6.5
4.0Corners per game5.7
Monaco
Recent Form

Monaco have won 9 of their last 14 matches at home, drawing 3 and losing 2. Their recent home fixtures include beat Monaco 2-0 and beat Monaco 4-1.

Overall, the wider run reads 16W 6D 7L from the last 29 games (55% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: MonacoAll competitions
04 Sept
Paris Saint Germain
1-2
Monaco
Ligue 1
30 Aug
Monaco
2-0
Marseille
Ligue 1
27 Aug
Monaco
4-1
Gornik Zabrze
UEFA Europa Conference League
23 Aug
Le Havre
0-1
Monaco
Ligue 1
14 Aug
Coventry
2-0
Monaco
Friendlies Clubs
09 Aug
Liverpool
2-3
Monaco
Friendlies Clubs
16
Win
55%
6
Draw
21%
7
Lost
24%
Marseille
Recent Form

Marseille have won 2 of their last 10 matches on the road, drawing 1 and losing 7. Their recent away fixtures include lost to Monaco 2-0 and beat Le Havre 0-1.

Overall, the wider run reads 11W 4D 11L from the last 26 games (42% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: MarseilleAll competitions
06 Sept
Marseille
2-3
Paris FC
Ligue 1
30 Aug
Monaco
2-0
Marseille
Ligue 1
21 Aug
Marseille
4-0
Strasbourg
Ligue 1
14 Aug
Marseille
1-2
Atletico Madrid
Friendlies Clubs
09 Aug
Marseille
3-1
Athletic Club
Friendlies Clubs
30 Jul
Marseille
2-1
Nimes
Friendlies Clubs
11
Win
42%
4
Draw
15%
11
Lost
42%

Lineups

Confirmed

Monaco4-2-3-1Confirmed

2VandersonDEF
20NazinhoDEF
15Eric DierDEF
72Sadibou SanéDEF
29Paris BrunnerFWD
1Lukáš HrádeckýGK
10Aleksandr GolovinMID
8Lamine CamaraMID
17Stanis Idumbo MuzamboMID
6Denis ZakariaMID
28Mamadou CoulibalyMID
4Jordan TezeDEF
13Christian MawissaDEF
5Thilo KehrerDEF
7Mathys DetourbetFWD
14Mika BierethFWD
11Matthis AblineFWD
16Philipp KöhnGK
47Safouane BenzahraMID
46Anis SoubeirMID

Marseille4-2-3-1Confirmed

4Conrad Jaden Egan-RileyDEF
33EmersonDEF
21Nayef AguerdDEF
22Timothy WeahDEF
9Amine GouiriFWD
12Jeffrey De LangeGK
19Geoffrey KondogbiaMID
23Pierre-Emile HøjbjergMID
27Quinten TimberMID
7Angel GomesMID
77Amine HaritMID
25Ulisses GarciaDEF
13Derek CorneliusDEF
29Faris MoumbagnaFWD
11Neal MaupayFWD
43Tadjidine MmadiFWD
48Keyliane AbdallahFWD
92Théo VermotGK
6Tochukwu NnadiMID
8Himad AbdelliMID

Unavailable Players

8 players

Monaco5

A. Fati
Missing FixtureCalf Injury
F. Balogun
Missing FixtureInjury
M. Abline
QuestionableFoot Injury
M. Salisu
Missing FixtureKnee Injury
T. Minamino
Missing FixtureKnee Injury

Marseille3

F. Moumbagna
QuestionableInjury
I. Paixao
Missing FixtureMuscle Injury
L. Balerdi
Missing FixtureCalf Injury

Betting Strategy

High-probability picks are the most likely outcomes. Value selections are markets where our model's probability sits above the price implied by the odds. They will not always come in, but the odds are in your favour over time.

High Probability
Over 2.5 Goals1.60 (61%)
Both Teams Score1.48 (63.4%)
Value Bets
Monaco Win2.22 (51.7%)
Marseille Win3.08 (26.1%)
Under 2.5 Goals2.35 (39%)
BTTS No2.52 (36.6%)
Speculative
Draw3.59 (22.3%)

Yellow Card Prediction

W. Delajod has averaged 4.0 yellow cards per match across 1 recent fixtures we have data for. Our pick is over 3.5 yellow cards at 1.85.

Corner Prediction

Monaco have averaged 4.0 corners per match at home; Marseille 5.7 on the road. Combined that projects roughly 5.8 corners in this fixture. Our pick is under 9.5 corners at 1.80.

Player Stats Bet

Monaco have generated 1.72 xG per game across their recent matches, winning 55% of them. They put 5.4 shots on target per match, giving their attackers the volume needed to land a goal-involvement bet. Monaco player to score or assist at 1.55 looks well supported by the data.

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OUR PREDICTION
Both Teams to Score Yes

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The Daily Punt Analysis Team

Data-driven football predictions and betting tips

This forecast was built by the The Daily Punt Analysis Team using our in-house statistical model. We feed the model two layers of data for every fixture: each team's recent expected goals (xG and xGA) and their actual goals scored and conceded, split by home and away venue. The numbers run through a Poisson distribution that produces a probability for every possible scoreline, which we then convert into fair odds for the 1X2, correct score, BTTS, and over/under markets.

Before publishing, we cross-check our fair odds against the prices the major bookmakers are offering. Where a bookmaker is paying out more than our model says is mathematically fair, we flag that market as a value bet on this page.