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Big Weekend Ahead in European Football

From thrilling top-of-the-table clashes to intense local derbies, this weekend promises a plethora of action across Europe’s premier leagues. As always, you can stay updated with all the latest scores and developments through our Football Tracker.

Sunday, March 1st

23:09 CET – What a dramatic conclusion to the weekend! With goals flying in and late-game excitement, the outcomes could significantly alter the course of several teams’ seasons.

After a relatively quiet day tomorrow, the excitement will pick back up on Tuesday with mid-week fixtures in the Premier League and cup competitions across other major European leagues.

Stay tuned for all the action through our news updates and match reports, and we’ll return next weekend with another live tracker.

23:01 CET

Amidst all the chaos, Celta Vigo secured a crucial win in Ligue 1, defeating Girona 2-1, which brings them within three points of fifth-placed Real Betis.

22:55 CET

What a comeback by Marseille! They rallied from behind twice to clinch a thrilling victory at the end, breaking their poor form and reigniting their hopes of finishing in the top four of Ligue 1.

Marseille vs Lyon Momentum Swings

22:45 CET – Aubameyang has surely sealed the win for Marseille! The seasoned striker netted his second goal of the match, putting the home side ahead in the 91st minute!

22:38 CET – Juventus equalized in dramatic fashion! In the third minute of stoppage time, Federico Gatti scrambled the ball into the net, leveling the score at 3-3!

There was no time left for Roma to respond, resulting in a thrilling draw.

22:34 CET – The excitement continues in Marseille! Remi Himbert put Lyon ahead again, but it was short-lived as Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang quickly equalized for the hosts!

We’re in for a thrilling finish!

22:24 CET – In Rome, Jeremie Boga has pulled one back for Juventus, giving them about 10 minutes to find an equalizer.

Keep following every kick of the closing stages here.

22:09 CET – The goals keep coming! Donyell Malen scored to make it 3-1 in Rome, continuing his impressive start at the club, while Igor Paixao leveled things up in Marseille.

21:59 CET – Evan Ndicka restored Roma’s lead! The defender scored from a cross following a short corner, marking his second goal in as many games and making it 2-1 in the Eternal City!

21:54 CET – Juventus came out strong in the second half in Rome, with Francisco Conceicao equalizing just two minutes in with a stunning volley. The game is on!

21:39 CET – The first half ended favorably for the in-form teams, with Lyon and Roma both leading as they head into the second half of their respective matches.

Meanwhile, in Germany, RB Leipzig secured a 2-1 victory over Hamburg, inching closer to the top four.

21:29 CET

With six minutes left in a tense first half, Roma struck first against Juventus, with Wesley curling in a beautiful shot.

20:55 CET

Lyon started with a bang! They took the lead just three minutes into the match through captain Corentin Tolisso, capitalizing on a defensive error from Marseille.

20:38 CET

It’s safe to say the weekend is wrapping up with a bang, featuring significant matches in Ligue 1 and Serie A.

In France, third-placed Lyon faces off against fourth-placed Marseille, while in Italy, Roma hosts Juventus in another crucial clash for Champions League qualification.

Marseille vs Lyon Starting XIs

Marseille confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Geronimo Rulli (GK), Timothy Weah, Leonardo Balerdi, Nayef Aguerd, Emerson, Geoffrey Kondogbia, Pierre-Emile Hoejbjerg, Mason Greenwood, Quinten Timber, Hamed Traore, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.

Lyon confirmed lineup (4-3-1-2): Dominik Greif (GK), Ainsley Maitland-Niles, Clinton Mata, Moussa Niakhate, Nicolas Tagliafico, Tanner Tessmann, Tyler Morton, Corentin Tolisso, Noah Nartey, Endrick, Roman Yaremchuk.

22:26 CET

It’s all set for an exhilarating match as Marseille and Lyon prepare to clash in this highly anticipated encounter!