Ligue 1 is back: OM will kick off in Rennes

Friends, get ready: the new Ligue 1 season is fast approaching, and our OM will be in the spotlight from the very first day! The Professional Football League has just released the official schedule, and it's Marseille indeed who will kick things off with an away game at Roazhon Park to face Stade Rennais on Friday, August 15 at 8:45 PM. A matchup that, frankly, brings back fresh memories for many of us.

An air of déjà vu… but this time, it’s away

We all remember, right? Last season, OM-Rennes at the Vélodrome to close the campaign, a 4-2 signed De Zerbi and his men, with second place secured, just behind PSG. This time, the stakes are different: to start strong away against a team that has always been a serious contender at home. Rennes is never easy, but let's be honest, there's a chance to make a big statement from the get-go, to show that we haven't lost our touch this summer.

The stakes: starting on the right foot

We know, in a season, the first day isn't everything... but it sets the tone. Taking three points at Rennes, that immediately puts pressure on the others, and avoids chasing after a false start like we've experienced in some years. Conversely, a slip-up, and right away, there will be grumbling on social media: what do you think? Are we aiming for victory or would we be satisfied with a draw to get the engine running?

Full schedule and implications for OM

A little reminder for those who want to follow all the debuts of our rivals: Lens hosts Lyon, Monaco welcomes Le Havre, Nice plays Toulouse, and PSG starts in Nantes. Needless to say, this early season schedule can quickly bring some surprises. For OM, opening the ball means direct exposure – but it also shows that we are embracing our status as favorites for the podium. Still, be mindful of the pace with a shortened preparation and a transfer window likely to be active until the last moment... Do we bet there will be new faces on the match sheet?

Your opinion counts: what are you expecting from this first clash?

So, friends, are you confident for this restart against the Rennais? Who do you see as starting for this first big test, especially with potential arrivals and departures on the horizon? Come and discuss with us in the comments: we want your eleven, your predictions, and above all, your expectations for this new season that promises to be exciting.