# Brest vs Marseille Preview: Line-Ups, Prediction, How to Watch & Ligue 1 Friday Night Timings at Stade Francis-Le Blé

URL: https://technosports.co.in/brest-vs-marseille-preview/  
Published: 2026-02-20  
Updated: 2026-02-20  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

Friday night Ligue 1 football doesn’t get much more intriguing than this. **Brest host a turbulent Marseille** at Stade Francis-Le Blé as Les Pirates look to extend their unbeaten home run, while OM — on their third manager of the season under new boss Habib Beye — desperately need a win to keep their Champions League dream alive. Chaos, stakes, and storylines. This one has everything.

## Brest vs Marseille Match Timings & Venue

| Detail | Info |
| --- | --- |
| **Date** | Friday, February 20, 2026 |
| **Kick-Off** | 8:00 PM GMT / 1:30 AM IST (Sat) / 3:00 PM ET |
| **Venue** | Stade Francis-Le Blé, Brest, France |
| **Competition** | Ligue 1 2025–26, Matchday 23 |

## How to Watch Brest vs Marseille

| Region | Platform | Access |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **UK** | Ligue 1 Pass | Subscription |
| **USA** | beIN SPORTS | Subscription |
| **France** | DAZN / Canal+ | Subscription |
| **India** | No confirmed broadcaster | — |

Full broadcast details at the [Ligue 1 official website](https://www.ligue1.fr/en/).

![](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/image-1347.png)

Also read: [How to Watch Ligue 1 2025–26 Live – Global Streaming Guide](https://technosports.co.in)

## Predicted Line-Ups

**Brest (4-3-3):** Coudert; Lala, Diaz, Chardonnet, Guindo; Chotard, Magnetti; Del Castillo, Tousart, Labeau; Ajorque

**Marseille (4-3-3):** Rulli; Weah, Pavard, Aguerd, Palmieri; Kondogbia, Hojbjerg; Greenwood, Timber, Gouiri; Aubameyang

**Injury News:** Brest miss Mama Balde and Coulibaly (muscle), with Locko doubtful. Marseille could be without Balerdi due to an ear problem, while Rulli returns in goal replacing De Lange.

## Key Stats, Form & H2H

| Stat | Brest | Marseille |
| --- | --- | --- |
| League Position | 12th | 4th |
| Ligue 1 Form (Last 6) | W-L-L-D-W-D | L-W-W-D-L-D |
| Points Dropped in Last 3 PL | — | 3 successive draws/defeats |
| Away Goals Conceded (Last 2) | — | 7 goals |
| H2H (Last 3 PL meetings) | 0W | 3W (12-2 combined) |
| Last Meeting at This Venue | Lost (5-1, 2024) | Won 5-1 |

Sources: [SofaScore](https://www.sofascore.com) | [FotMob](https://www.fotmob.com)

Marseille have dropped points in three straight league games and are winless in their last two away fixtures, conceding seven goals across those trips — a dramatic defensive collapse for a side chasing Champions League football. New boss Habib Beye, freshly appointed after being sacked by Rennes, faces a baptism of fire on the road.

However, Marseille’s H2H record over Brest is brutal — winning their last three league meetings by a combined 12-2 scoreline. Mason Greenwood, with 14 Ligue 1 goals this season, remains their most potent threat.

Also read: [Ligue 1 2025–26: Marseille’s Champions League Charge Under New Management](https://technosports.co.in)

## Prediction

Brest’s home form is improving and their late-game character is admirable, but Marseille’s superior individual quality — particularly Greenwood and Aubameyang — and their dominant H2H record at this ground makes the visitors narrow favourites despite their recent turbulence.

**Prediction: Brest 1–3 Marseille**

## FAQs

### **Q1. What time does Brest vs Marseille kick off and where can I watch it?**

The match kicks off at **8:00 PM GMT (1:30 AM IST Saturday)** on **Friday, February 20, 2026** at Stade Francis-Le Blé in Brest. UK fans can watch via **Ligue 1 Pass**, US viewers on **beIN SPORTS**, and French fans via **DAZN or Canal+**. There is currently no confirmed broadcaster for India.

### **Q2. Who is Marseille’s new manager and what is their recent form ahead of the Brest trip?**

 Marseille are on their third manager of the season — **Habib Beye** was officially appointed on Wednesday after Roberto De Zerbi’s departure and Abardonado’s brief caretaker spell. OM have dropped points in three successive Ligue 1 matches and are winless in their last two away games, conceding seven goals across those fixtures — a worrying trend Beye must urgently fix.