Christophe Galtier started the traditional press briefing with good news. “Justin Kluivert should be available on SundayHit in the calf before the trip to Montpellier, the Dutch winger had missed the match at La Mosson but could therefore find the lawn this Sunday on the occasion of this promising Mediterranean derby.
Finish at 11 this time!
Neck and neck in 2nd place with 50 points on the clock, Nice and Marseille can take a nice ascendancy in case of victory. “We are not favourites,“ assures Christophe Galtier.But we can’t start this match by telling ourselves that we must not lose. You have to be ambitious and have more control than in Montpellier. And above all finish at eleven this time!“
Dante suspended
Severely expelled in Montpellier last Saturday, the Brazilian captain Dante will be well suspended at the Vélodrome. The Disciplinary Committee did not cancel the red card. “I had little hope after my discussion with Mr. Turpin. It’s a story of interpretation. I think referees make decisions with a lot of honesty. But sometimes with haste.”
I can even play goalkeeper if necessary!
To replace the Brazilian, Galtier should opt for Pablo Rosario. The Dutch midfielder, who has already evolved in this position with PSV Eindhoven and in selection, has been convincing in Strasbourg and Montpellier in this more remote position. “I don’t know yet where I will play on Sunday. Behind or in the middle it doesn’t matter as long as I can help the team. Even guardian if necessary!”