Olympique de Marseille to clash with Atlético Madrid in final pre-season friendly
On Friday, August 14, the iconic Vélodrome stadium will witness Olympique de Marseille, under the guidance of coach Bruno Genesio, engage in a crucial final tune-up against the formidable Colchoneros of Atlético Madrid. This highly anticipated friendly serves as the ultimate test before the Ligue 1 season kicks off just one week later.
For several years now, as August approaches, Olympique de Marseille has consistently provided its dedicated supporters with a high-profile preparatory match at the Vélodrome. Following memorable encounters against Napoli in 2019, Villarreal in 2021, AC Milan in 2022, Bayer Leverkusen in 2023, and Aston Villa in 2025, OM will now face Diego Simeone’s Atlético Madrid at their home ground. The match is scheduled for Friday, August 14, with kick-off at 5:30 PM.
As both teams gear up for their respective league campaigns – OM commencing their Ligue 1 journey on August 21 against Strasbourg, and Atlético Madrid facing Malaga on August 19 – fans can anticipate a robust and competitive display. Spectators will undoubtedly witness both squads in a consistent, match-ready form, prepared for a new season of domestic and European challenges. This thrilling fixture will be broadcast live on Ligue 1+, alongside another engaging warm-up match against Athletic Bilbao, set for Sunday, August 9, at 5:30 PM.
