UEFA Champions League Predictions: Matchday 7 – Can Marseille Stun Liverpool as Salah Returns?
Previewing Matchday 7 of the UEFA Champions League as teams face critical matchups, with Marseille hosting Liverpool amidst expectations of an upset.
The UEFA Champions League returns this week as Matchday 7 kicks off, with teams vying for critical points as the league phase enters its final stages. Notably, Marseille stands poised to host Liverpool, with expectations for an exciting contest following Mohamed Salah’s return. Each squad approaches the match under pressure, with Liverpool struggling to find consistency after multiple draws. Meanwhile, Barcelona seeks victory against Slavia Prague as Bayern Munich aims to maintain its dominance against Union Saint-Gilloise.
Champions League Matches on Wednesday
| Matchup | James Benge | Francesco Porzio | Pardeep Cattry | Chuck Booth | Roger Gonzalez |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galatasaray vs. Atletico | 2-2 | 1-2 | 1-2 | 1-3 | 1-2 |
| Qarabag vs. Eintracht Frankfurt | 1-0 | 1-0 | 0-0 | 1-1 | 1-2 |
| Marseille vs. Liverpool | 1-3 | 3-2 | 2-1 | 1-1 | 1-1 |
| Slavia Prague vs. Barcelona | 0-2 | 0-5 | 1-4 | 0-3 | 1-3 |
| Bayern Munich vs. Union S-G | 4-0 | 5-1 | 4-0 | 5-0 | 5-0 |
| Juventus vs. Benfica | 1-0 | 0-0 | 1-0 | 1-1 | 2-0 |
| Newcastle vs. PSV | 2-0 | 1-1 | 1-0 | 0-1 | 2-0 |
| Atalanta vs. Athletic Club | 1-0 | 2-0 | 1-0 | 1-0 | 2-1 |
| Chelsea vs. Pafos | 3-0 | 4-0 | 2-0 | 2-1 | 3-0 |
Featured Match: Marseille vs. Liverpool
Player to Watch: Florian Wirtz (Liverpool): Previously thought to be more suited for the Champions League than the Premier League, Wirtz’s ability to create chances is unmatched except by Kylian Mbappe. This match may provide him the opportunity to shine.
Man of the Match: Virgil van Dijk (Liverpool): Facing a challenging opponent away will require Van Dijk’s experience and skill to secure victory.
Prediction: Marseille 2, Liverpool 1.
With Liverpool’s form faltering, Marseille’s recent success against PSG and Newcastle could lead to an upset, making this match one to watch for plenty of drama.
