As of April 2026, both teams are navigating contrasting domestic campaigns:
In their first-ever meeting, Richarlison scored his first two goals for Tottenham to break down a resilient 10-man Marseille side following a red card to Chancel Mbemba . 2025/26 Season Context Olympique Marsylia - Tottenham
Tottenham has a perfect record against Marseille in European competition, winning both legs of their Champions League Group D series in 2022. Competition Sep 7, 2022 UEFA Champions League Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Richarlison (2) Nov 1, 2022 UEFA Champions League Orange Vélodrome 1–2 Mbemba (OM); Lenglet, Højbjerg (TOT) Key Moments & Matches As of April 2026, both teams are navigating
The rivalry between and Tottenham Hotspur is primarily defined by their high-stakes encounters in the 2022/23 UEFA Champions League group stage. Tottenham historically holds the upper hand, having won both competitive meetings between the two clubs. Head-to-Head History Tottenham historically holds the upper hand, having won
Facing a difficult period in the Premier League , where they are currently embroiled in a relegation battle, sitting 18th as of late April 2026. Their season has been hampered by a significant injury list, including multiple ACL tears.
In a dramatic final group match, Marseille led 1–0 at halftime, a result that would have sent them through. However, Tottenham staged a second-half comeback. Pierre-Emile Højbjerg scored a 95th-minute winner on the final kick of the game, securing top spot for Spurs and knocking Marseille out of European competition entirely.
Currently sitting 6th in Ligue 1 under manager Habib Beye. Mason Greenwood has emerged as their leading threat, netting 15 league goals. Notably, former Spurs midfielder Pierre-Emile Højbjerg is now a key part of the Marseille squad.