Marseille appoints Bruno Genesio as new head coach, Greenwood departs
Olympique de Marseille sacked manager Habib Beye and appointed Bruno Genesio as head coach for the 2026/27 season. The team traveled to Ivory Coast for a preseason training camp and friendly match against Yamoussoukro FC. Star forward Mason Greenwood, who scored 48 goals in 81 appearances, left for Fenerbahçe amid strained relations with Beye. The club aims to reduce its wage bill and rebuild under new sporting director Gregory Lorenzi.
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OM vs Nîmes: Time and TV Channel for Marseille's Friendly Match
Olympique de Marseille, now under coach Bruno Genesio, continues its preseason preparation with a friendly match against Nîmes Olympique (National 1) on Thursday, July 30, 2026, at 6:00 PM. The match will be broadcast on OM's Twitch channel and Ligue 1+. OM suffered a heavy 0-3 defeat against Nice in their previous friendly but had earlier won 3-0 against Yamoussoukro. The team is still adjusting under new management and awaiting transfer market activity. Their Ligue 1 season begins on August 21 against Strasbourg. Upcoming friendlies include matches against Athletic Bilbao and Atlético Madrid.
OM: Bruno Genesio Still Has Work to Do After Heavy Defeat to Nice
Olympique de Marseille suffered a humiliating 0-3 defeat to OGC Nice in their second pre-season friendly, played behind closed doors at the La Commanderie training center on July 25, 2026. Despite dominating possession, Marseille were repeatedly exposed on defensive transitions, with midfield duo Angel Gomes and Pierre-Émile Højbjerg frequently bypassed. A reshuffled defense and goalkeeper Jeffrey De Lange conceded three goals from Nice's only three shots on target. Coach Bruno Genesio, who recently took over, faces significant challenges in tightening the team's defensive structure and improving efficiency in both penalty areas. Only winger Igor Paixão showed promise. Seven key internationals (including Timothy Weah, Gerónimo Rulli, and Nayef Aguerd) were absent due to the 2026 World Cup. Marseille have three more friendlies scheduled against Nîmes, Athletic Bilbao, and Atlético Madrid before the season starts.
OGC Nice Defeats Olympique de Marseille 3-0 in Preseason Friendly
In a preseason friendly played under heavy rain at La Commanderie, OGC Nice defeated Olympique de Marseille 3-0. Marseille coach Bruno Genesio fielded an experimental defense without key players Nayef Aguerd, Facundo Medina, or Leonardo Balerdi. Nice took a 2-0 lead by halftime with goals from Mantsounga (20th minute) and Sofiane Diop (42nd minute). Despite some visible tactical principles from Genesio, including a high block and pressing, Marseille could not score. Neal Maupay came close early in the second half, but Nice sealed the win with a third goal by young prospect Abdoulaye Camara, assisted by Mohamed-Ali Cho. Both teams made heavy substitutions in the second half. Marseille will next face Nîmes in another closed-door friendly before gala matches against Athletic Bilbao and Atlético Madrid.
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OGC Nice Defeats Olympique de Marseille 3-0 in Pre-Season Friendly
In a pre-season friendly played at La Commanderie under heavy rain, OGC Nice defeated Olympique de Marseille 3-0. Bruno Genesio fielded an experimental Marseille defense missing key players like Nayef Aguerd and Leonardo Balerdi. Nice took the lead through Brad-Hamilton Mantsounga in the 20th minute, doubled it via Sofiane Diop just before halftime, and sealed the win with a third goal by young Aboulaye Camara in the second half. Despite some promising play from Marseille, including chances from Neal Maupay and Igor Paixao, Nice's efficiency proved decisive. Both teams made numerous substitutions in the second half. Marseille's next friendly is against Nîmes on July 30, followed by matches against Athletic Bilbao and Atlético Madrid in August.
OM Suffers Heavy 0-3 Defeat Against OGC Nice in Second Pre-Season Friendly
Olympique de Marseille (OM) lost their second pre-season friendly match 0-3 to OGC Nice on Saturday afternoon at La Commanderie. After a convincing 3-0 win against Yamoussoukro FC in Ivory Coast, Bruno Genesio's side struggled against a stronger Nice team. The match took place under rain, with OM fielding a 4-2-3-1 formation including Jeffrey de Lange, Emerson, Pierre-Émile Højbjerg, Angel Gomes, Amine Harit, Igor Paixão, and Neal Maupay. Nice, playing a 3-4-3, scored through Brad-Hamilton Mantsounga (20'), Sofiane Diop (44'), and Camara (68'). OM created chances but failed to convert, while Nice capitalized on counter-attacks and defensive errors. The defeat raises concerns for OM as they prepare for their next friendly against Athletic Bilbao on August 9 and their Ligue 1 opener against Strasbourg on August 21. Nice, following a big win against Nîmes, will face Juventus next.
OM vs. OGC Nice Pre-Season Friendly Match Live Commentary
Olympique de Marseille (OM) and OGC Nice played their second pre-season friendly match on July 25, 2026, at the Robert-Louis-Dreyfus training center behind closed doors. The match is notable due to recent tensions between the clubs, as OGC Nice took OM and its new sporting director Grégory Lorenzi to labor court. The article provides live commentary, official lineups, and upcoming schedules. OM's lineup includes Jeffrey de Lange in goal, Pierre-Emile Højbjerg and Angel Gomes in midfield, and Neal Maupay as striker. Nice's lineup features Teddy Boulhendi in goal, Jonathan Clauss in midfield, and Sofiane Diop in attack. Both teams have additional friendlies scheduled: Nice will face Cagliari and Juventus Turin, while OM will play Nîmes, Athletic Bilbao, and Atlético Madrid.
OM vs Nice: Official Lineups for Pre-Season Friendly
On July 25, 2026, Olympique de Marseille (OM) and OGC Nice face each other in their second pre-season friendly match, kicking off at 6pm at the Robert Louis-Dreyfus training center. Both teams have won their previous friendlies: OM defeated Yamoussoukro FC 0-3 in Abidjan, while Nice beat Nîmes Olympique 4-0. OM coach Bruno Genesio fields a starting lineup featuring goalkeeper Jeffrey de Lange, a four-man defense including Kelyann Bezahaf, CJ Egan-Riley, Hilan Hamzaoui, and Emerson, a midfield double pivot of Pierre-Emile Højbjerg and Angel Gomes, and an attacking line of Faris Moumbagna, Amine Harit, Tadjidine Mmadi, and striker Neal Maupay. Nice coach Olivier Pantaloni selects goalkeeper Teddy Boulhendi, a three-man defense of Brad-Hamilton Mantsounga, Youssouf Ndayishimiye, and Xavier Mandza, a midfield quartet of Jonathan Clauss, Tom Louchet, Laurent Abergel, and Djibril Coulibaly, and a front three of Sofiane Diop, Zoumana Diallo, and Isak Jansson.
OM vs Nice Pre-Season Friendly Match Live Coverage
Olympique de Marseille faces OGC Nice in their second summer pre-season match on Saturday at the Robert-Louis Dreyfus Center (6:00 PM). The match is played behind closed doors but broadcast live with commentary on RMC Sport. OM's pre-season schedule includes upcoming matches against Nîmes, Athletic Bilbao, and Atlético Madrid. In their first pre-season match, OM defeated FC Yamoussoukro 3-0 in Abidjan, with goals from Maupay, Lago, and Moumbagna, marking a successful debut for new coach Bruno Genesio. The article also features top headlines from RMC Sport, including Tour de France updates and football coaching news.
OM vs Nice Friendly Match: Time, Channel, and Behind-Closed-Doors Details
Olympique de Marseille (OM) and OGC Nice will face each other in a pre-season friendly match on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at 6:00 PM local time. The match will be held at the Robert-Louis-Dreyfus training center and, due to security concerns, will be played behind closed doors with no spectators. Fans can watch the game live on OM's official Twitch channel and on Ligue 1+, the French league's streaming platform. The match is part of both teams' summer preparation; OM recently won 3-0 against Yamoussoukro FC, while Nice defeated Nîmes 4-0. The article also lists upcoming friendly matches for both clubs, including OM vs Nîmes, Athletic Bilbao, and Atlético Madrid, and Nice vs Cagliari and Hull City.
OM: First Lessons of the Bruno Genesio Era
Olympique de Marseille began the Bruno Genesio era with a 3-0 friendly victory over Yamoussoukro FC in Ivory Coast on July 17, 2026. Goals from Neal Maupay, Ange Lago, and Faris Moumbagna secured the win. Genesio employed a pragmatic 4-4-2 formation, rotating his squad heavily to evaluate players. The match highlighted positive signs: Maupay's early goal, Moumbagna's return from injury, and the impressive performance of young right-back Kelyann Bezahaf, who provided an assist. Genesio emphasized ball control, clean buildup play, and youth integration. The article notes that tougher opposition will be needed to truly assess OM's progress, but the foundation appears promising for the upcoming Ligue 1 and Europa League campaigns.
Olympique de Marseille Defeats Yamoussoukro FC 3-0 in First Preseason Friendly
Olympique de Marseille (OM) played their first friendly match of the season on Friday evening in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, defeating Yamoussoukro FC, a club from the Ivorian second division, 3-0. The match was held at the sold-out Stade Félix Houphouët-Boigny (25,000 seats) as part of a training camp and partnership with Ivory Coast's tourism office. It was also the first game under new coach Bruno Genesio. OM lined up in a 4-4-2 formation with Pierre-Emile Höjbjerg as captain. Neal Maupay opened the scoring in the 13th minute, assisted by new right-back Kelyann Bezahaf. In the second half, Ivorian forward Ange Lago scored with a diagonal shot (47th minute), and Faris Moumbagna added a third with a header (79th minute). The squad featured several inexperienced players and returning loanees. OM's next preseason friendly is scheduled for August 9 against Athletic Bilbao at the Vélodrome.
Friendly Match: Bruno Génésio's Debut Sees OM Rout Yamoussoukro 3-0
Olympique de Marseille played their first pre-season friendly match on July 17, 2026, in Ivory Coast against Yamoussoukro FC, a second-division Ivorian club. The match marked the debut of new head coach Bruno Génésio. Marseille dominated from the start, with Neal Maupay scoring in the 13th minute from a Bezahaf cross. In the second half, substitutes Ange Lago (47th minute) and Faris Moumbagna (79th minute) added goals to secure a comfortable 3-0 victory. The team lined up in a 4-4-2 formation with Jeffrey de Lange in goal. Despite some pre-season rustiness, OM controlled possession and created numerous chances. The win provides a positive start to the Génésio era as the club prepares for the upcoming Ligue 1 season.
Yamoussoukro FC vs. OM Pre-Season Friendly Live Commentary
Olympique de Marseille (OM) plays its first pre-season friendly match under new manager Bruno Genesio on July 17, 2026, against Ivorian side Yamoussoukro FC at the Félix-Houphouët-Boigny Stadium in Abidjan. The match kicks off at 9 PM French time. OM's starting eleven features goalkeeper Jeffrey de Lange, a defense of Kelyann Bezahaf, CJ Egan-Riley, Koum, and Emerson, a midfield double pivot of Hojberg and Kondogbia, and an attacking line of Amine Harit, Abdallah, Paixao, and striker Neal Maupay. The article also notes OM's upcoming home friendly against Athletic Bilbao on August 9 at the Vélodrome Stadium.
Yamoussoukro FC vs. OM: Official Lineups for Pre-Season Friendly
Olympique de Marseille (OM) played their first pre-season match under new coach Bruno Genesio on July 17, 2026, facing Ivorian side Yamoussoukro FC at the Félix-Houphouët-Boigny Stadium in Abidjan. The match kicked off at 9 PM French time. Genesio deployed a 4-2-3-1 formation. The starting lineup featured goalkeeper Jeffrey de Lange, a defense of Kelyann Bezahaf, CJ Egan-Riley, Koum, and Emerson, a midfield double pivot of Pierre-Emile Hojberg and Geoffrey Kondogbia, an attacking line of Amine Harit, Abdallah, and Paixao, with Neal Maupay as the lone striker. Notably, OM had no new signings in the squad and recently saw Mason Greenwood leave for Fenerbahçe. The article also notes that Hamed Junior Traoré has left OM for Genoa.
Yamoussoukro FC vs. OM: Follow Marseille's First Pre-Season Friendly Live
Olympique de Marseille plays its first pre-season friendly match on Friday, July 17, 2026, in Ivory Coast against Yamoussoukro FC at 9 PM French time. The match marks the debut of new head coach Bruno Genesio on the Marseille bench, following his official appointment mid-week alongside new sporting director Gregory Lorenzi. The club has confirmed the departure of top scorer Mason Greenwood, with Hamed Junior Traoré and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang also expected to leave. OM has not yet made any new signings, needing to sell and reduce wages first. The match can be followed live on RMC Sport, OM's Twitch channel, and the club's website. Additionally, OM unveiled its third kit for the 2026-2027 season, inspired by Provence lavender.
Yamoussoukro FC vs OM: Broadcast Details for Marseille's First Pre-Season Friendly
Olympique de Marseille (OM) will play its first pre-season friendly match on Friday, July 17, 2026, against Ivorian club Yamoussoukro FC in Abidjan. The match kicks off at 9 PM French time and will be broadcast on OM's official Twitch channel (subscription required) and the club's website for 'Peuple Bleu&Blanc' members. This match marks the debut of new head coach Bruno Genesio, appointed mid-week alongside sporting director Gregory Lorenzi. OM has not yet registered new signings, as the club focuses on selling players and reducing its wage bill before strengthening the squad. Notable departures include Mason Greenwood, with Hamed Junior Traoré and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang also expected to leave.
OM unveils a surprising 2026/2027 third kit
Olympique de Marseille (OM) has returned to training under new coach Bruno Genesio. The team has traveled to Ivory Coast for a pre-season training camp, ahead of a friendly match against Yamoussoukro FC. Alongside the sporting preparations, the club has unveiled its third kit for the 2026/2027 season. The kit is described as being inspired by lavender and the iconic landscapes of Provence, marking a distinctive design choice. The article, published by Foot Mercato on July 16, 2026, also includes links to related stories about OM's transfer rumors, player movements, and coach statements.
OM Begins Preseason Under New Coach Genesio with Ivory Coast Training Camp
Olympique de Marseille (OM) enters a new era under coach Bruno Genesio and sporting director Grégory Lorenzi, aiming for a calmer atmosphere after the toxic tenure of former sporting director Medhi Benatia. The team flew to Ivory Coast on Wednesday for a three-day training camp, including a public session and a friendly match against Yamoussoukro FC. The trip also serves to renew a partnership with the Ivorian Ministry of Tourism. Players have welcomed the new, less confrontational environment. Meanwhile, striker Mason Greenwood has left for Fenerbahçe, signing until 2030. The squad is expected to change significantly by the end of August.
Mason Greenwood Gets New Manager as Bruno Genesio Appointed Marseille Head Coach
Olympique de Marseille have officially appointed Bruno Genesio as their new first-team head coach, replacing Habib Beye. The French coach, who previously managed Lyon, Rennes, and Lille, takes over on July 1, 2026, as part of the club's new sporting cycle. This managerial change could impact former Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood, who has scored 48 goals in 81 appearances for Marseille and was named in the Ligue 1 Team of the Year. Reports suggest Greenwood's relationship with Beye became strained, creating uncertainty about his future. Several clubs, including Paris FC, Roma, and Fenerbahce, have been linked with the 24-year-old. Genesio expressed excitement about the challenge, while Marseille aims to strengthen its competitiveness at the highest level.
Marseille Sacks Manager Habib Beye; Mason Greenwood's Future Uncertain
Olympique de Marseille has officially announced the dismissal of head coach Habib Beye ahead of the 2026/27 season, ending a brief tenure. The decision adds uncertainty to the future of forward Mason Greenwood, who has been a standout performer for the club, scoring 48 goals in 81 appearances and earning a spot in the Ligue 1 Team of the Year. Reports suggest Greenwood may leave Marseille this summer amid interest from European clubs. The managerial change follows a period of upheaval, including the earlier sacking of Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim in January 2026.