Ligue 1 | Marseille v Strasbourg (Marseille) | Stade Vélodrome
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Explore accurate Marseille v Strasbourg sporting information for 19th January, as well as links for Football news, tickets and more with Fixture Calendar. Marseille, officially known as Olympique de Marseille, is a professional football team based in the city of Marseille, France. Founded in 1899, they are one of the oldest and most decorated teams in the country. The team has won a total of 10 Ligue 1 titles, making them the second most successful team in French football history. In addition, they have also won 10 Coupe de France titles and 3 Coupe de la Ligue titles. Marseille has also had success on the European stage, winning the UEFA Champions League in 1993 and the UEFA Intertoto Cup in 2005. The team plays their home matches at the iconic Stade Vélodrome, which has a capacity of over 67,000. They boast a talented roster of players, including Dimitri Payet, Florian Thauvin, and Steve Mandanda, who have all represented their national teams at the highest level. Overall, Marseille is a powerhouse in French football and continues to be a top contender in both domestic and international competitions.
Strasbourg Football Club, also known as Racing Club de Strasbourg Alsace, is one of the premier football teams in France. Established in 1906, the team has a rich history and is a well-respected member of the country's top-flight league, Ligue 1. The Strasbourg team has won the French league championship three times, most recently in 1979, as well as the French Cup four times. The team's home ground is the Stade de la Meinau, which has a capacity of over 26,000 spectators, making it one of the largest stadiums in France. The team is known for its talented players, with homegrown stars like Ludovic Ajorque and Anthony Caci, as well as international players such as Dimitri Liénard and Stefan Mitrovic. With a strong track record in domestic competitions and a passionate fan base, Strasbourg Football Club is a force to be reckoned with in the French football scene.
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