The highly anticipated clash between Marseille and PSG has been postponed to Monday at 8 PM due to severe weather conditions in Marseille. This scheduling conflict has ignited controversy, as it coincides with the prestigious Ballon d'Or ceremony in Paris.
Weather Woes Force Postponement
Originally scheduled for Sunday, the Ligue 1 match between Marseille and PSG was called off due to intense rainfall and flooding near the Vieux-Port in Marseille. The Ligue de Football Professionnel (LFP) made the decision to reschedule the match for Monday evening.
Ballon d'Or Clash Sparks Controversy
The rescheduled match now clashes directly with the Ballon d'Or ceremony, where PSG players like Ousmane Dembélé are expected to be honored. PSG reportedly wanted to play Monday afternoon to allow players to attend the ceremony, but Marseille refused, citing league regulations.
Marseille's Firm Stance
According to reports, Marseille threatened legal action if the match was not played on Monday. Article 548 of the LFP regulations dictates that if a match is postponed due to weather, it should be played the following day, unless extreme conditions prevent it.
PSG's Travel Plans
The PSG squad is scheduled to fly to Marseille on Monday morning, landing around 12:15 PM. This tight schedule adds another layer of complexity to the situation.
OM's Busy Week Ahead
Following the match against PSG, Marseille will travel to Rome for three nights, training at the Roma City FC facilities before returning to France for a match against Strasbourg later in the week.
Riolo's Fury
Daniel Riolo has expressed his outrage at PSG's proposal to play the match earlier on Monday to accommodate the Ballon d'Or ceremony.