Olympique de Marseille enters Tuesday’s Coupe de France Round of 16 match against Bayeux as a clear favorite, continuing their pursuit of a trophy on multiple fronts this season. Manager Roberto De zerbi is balancing squad rotation with the need to advance in the competition, facing a congested January schedule and recent player fatigue following international duty. The club confirmed monday that Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang will receive a rest, with several other changes anticipated in the starting eleven for the 9:00 PM local time kickoff.below is the expected lineup for Les Phocéens as they aim to progress to the next stage of the tournament.
Olympique de Marseille will face Bayeux in the Round of 16 of the Coupe de France on Tuesday at 9:00 PM local time. Here’s the expected lineup for the Phocéen club.
Facing Bayeux in the Coupe de France, Olympique de Marseille is heavily favored to advance on Tuesday night. Manager Roberto De Zerbi is considering options for his starting eleven, weighing a near first-choice lineup similar to the one used against Bourg-en-Bresse, or a more heavily rotated squad to rest key players during a busy January schedule. Indications suggest De Zerbi will opt for rotation.
Significant changes are anticipated across the pitch. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang will be rested to fully recover, according to the manager. “He had a problem after Monaco with his leg. He went straight to the CAN, he played right after against Nantes and in Kuwait. So I gave him three or four days so he can recharge his batteries a bit, rest, disconnect, so to speak. I think we have enough attackers to be able to do without him.”
De Lange Set to Start in Goal
Igor Paixao, who saw limited action against PSG, is also expected to be replaced by Hamed Junior Traoré, who made a positive impact coming off the bench. In midfield, O’Riley could also feature alongside Højbjerg, though the latter’s availability for a rest remains uncertain. Despite limited options due to Nayef Aguerd’s absence, De Zerbi is also expected to give Geronimo Rulli a mental break after a challenging start to 2026. Backup goalkeeper Jeffrey De Lange is slated to start in goal. “It’s De Lange who will play. As for Rulli, I’m always happy with him. He has offered a lot of points in the league. He has had eighteen great months at Marseille. Is there anyone better than Rulli in the world? Perhaps. But in my opinion, he is a valuable asset. It’s a privilege to have Rulli as our goalkeeper at OM…”
The expected starting lineup for OM: De Lange – Pavard, Balerdi, Medina – Weah, O’Riley, Højbjerg, Emerson – Greenwood, Gouiri, Traoré.
