Marseille 0–3 OGC Nice
International Club Friendly | July 26, 2026

Marseille suffered a heavy 3‑0 defeat at the hands of OGC Nice in a one‑sided friendly at the Stade Vélodrome. The result served as a stark warning for the Olympians, who struggled to find any rhythm against a well‑drilled Nice side.

Match Overview

Nice dominated from the outset, pressing high and forcing Marseille into frequent errors. The opening goal arrived in the 15th minute when a pinpoint cross was met with a powerful header that gave the goalkeeper no chance. Marseille’s attempts to respond were thwarted by a compact defensive block, and Nice doubled their lead just before half‑time with a clinical finish from the edge of the box.

Second Half Humiliation

The second half followed a similar pattern, with Marseille unable to create clear‑cut chances. Nice added a third late on through a well‑executed counter‑attack, rounding the goalkeeper to slot home. The home crowd, sparse in number for a friendly, voiced their displeasure at the lacklustre performance.

Key Lessons

Marseille coach Roberto De Zerbi will have plenty to work on, particularly in midfield possession and defensive transitions. Nice, under Francesco Farioli, look sharp and well‑organised, with their new signings integrating smoothly.