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Ligue 1 opens with Marseille versus Strasbourg and Rennes hosting PSG

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Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Ligue 1 opens with Marseille versus Strasbourg and Rennes hosting PSG

Summary

Ligue 1 begins its 2026/27 season with Olympique de Marseille facing RC Strasbourg on August 21 at 19:45 UK time. Both teams enter the match with reported challenges, as Marseille has dealt with key player departures and an unimpressive pre-season, while Strasbourg struggled defensively, allowing 21 goals during their friendlies. Predictions vary for the match, with expectations of a low-scoring affair given the current form of both sides. The season features a predictions competition among GFFN editors with a point system for accurate forecasts.

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By the Numbers

•Marseille and Strasbourg both finished in European positions last season.
•Marseille's roster is weaker due to the sale of key players.
•Strasbourg conceded 21 goals in pre-season matches.
•GFFN predictions suggest a low-scoring game, with several draws anticipated.
•Match kick-off is scheduled for August 21 at 19:45 UK time.

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10:45 AMYahoo Sports — Ligue 1 Predictions | Round 1: OM get underway against Strasbourg, Rennes host PSG

What they're saying

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Ligue 1 Predictions, Round 1GFFN editor-in-chief Luke Entwistle, and sub-editor Bastien Cheval face off in our Ligue 1 predictions competition, which returns for the 2026/27 campaign. This season,...
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