OM: Roberto De Zerbi Aims Higher Despite the Gap with Paris
Ten points behind PSG? Marseille still believes. After a 2-0 victory over Angers, OM has strengthened its grip on second place in Ligue 1, moving closer to Champions League qualification. But Roberto De Zerbi is not satisfied with being a runner-up—he wants the top spot.
“We must look both behind and ahead. Without ambition, the season can become frustrating and humiliating. We need to aim higher—maybe not immediately, but it’s essential,” said the Italian coach.
OM’s Stats Support Their Ambitions
OM was built to compete for the title, with key players like Rabiot, Bennacer, and Højbjerg. De Zerbi insists that the team must stay ambitious:
“Goals may not always be achieved, but that’s okay. To be part of this club, you need the obsession to keep pushing forward.”
And the numbers back him up. With 63% possession, OM ranks just behind Bayern, PSG, and Barcelona in Europe. 45 goals in 21 games, the club’s best tally since 1971-1972, prove that Marseille is serious about challenging PSG’s dominance in the coming years.
