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Pape Gueye calls Marseille's current situation sad amid struggles

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Last updated Oct 5, 2026

Pape Gueye calls Marseille's current situation sad amid struggles

Summary

Pape Gueye described his former club, Olympique de Marseille, as 'sad' during a visit to the Vélodrome on October 5, 2026. The Villarreal midfielder, who previously played for OM from 2020 to 2024, expressed concern for the club's recent performance and financial troubles. Marseille recently sold key players and failed to register any new signings over the summer. As they head into the international break, the team is positioned second bottom in Ligue 1, having lost five of their first six matches in all competitions.

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By the Numbers

•Pape Gueye returned to the Vélodrome on October 5.
•Marseille has lost five of their first six competitive matches.
•The club is financially hamstrung and sold key players this summer.
•Marseille is currently second bottom in Ligue 1.
•Gueye remains passionate and watches Marseille matches regularly.

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Pape Gueye (27) has described the situation at his former club, Olympique de Marseille, as “sad”. The Villarreal midfielder returned to the Vélodrome on Sunday.Gueye featured in Senegal’s 1-0 w...
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