Match Summary
Marseille defeated Sporting CP 2:0. The match was played in UEFA Champions League 2022. Goals were scored by M. Guendouzi 20′ (pen.), A. Sánchez 30′. 8 yellow cards were shown, 2 red cards. Sporting CP had 31% possession while Marseille held 69%. Sporting CP had 4 shots (2 on target) compared to 16 (5 on target) for Marseille. Sporting CP made 5 substitutions, Marseille made 5. VAR was involved: Goal confirmed (Jordan Veretout 31′).
Match Events
Key match events between Sporting CP and Marseille — 2 goals and 10 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: A. Harit
Match Statistics
Sporting CP had 31% possession against Marseille's 69%. Sporting CP registered 4 shots (2 on target) while Marseille managed 16 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 3–7. Fouls committed: 14–15.
Lineups
Sporting CP lined up in a 3-4-3 formation under Ruben Amorim, while Marseille deployed a 3-4-2-1 under I. Tudor.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Sporting CP is 7.02, compared to 6.62 for Marseille. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Sporting CP's highest-rated starter is Gonçalo Inácio (7.32), while Marseille's best-rated player is L. Balerdi (6.62).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Sporting CP have contributed 6 goals and 4 assists this season, led by Trincão (4G). Marseille's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Sporting CP deploy 3 defenders rated 7.32 on average, against Marseille's 3-man backline averaging 6.62. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Sporting CP field 4 midfielders averaging 6.75, versus Marseille's 4 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Sporting CP start 3 forward(s) averaging 7.00, compared to 3 for Marseille averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 80% for Sporting CP and 89% for Marseille. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Sporting CP's starters have collected 4 yellow cards this season, compared to 2 for Marseille. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Sporting CP's starting XI is 27.8 (youngest: Gonçalo Inácio (24), oldest: Ricardo Esgaio (32)), while Marseille average 26.0 (youngest: L. Balerdi (26), oldest: L. Balerdi (26)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Sporting CP's starters average 5 league appearances each, versus 6 for Marseille. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Sporting CP have recorded 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 defeats. Marseille show 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Sporting CP and Marseille have met 1 times — Sporting CP won 1, Marseille won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Sporting CP leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (2 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–1 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026