Olympique de Marseille v PSG postponed due to storms

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·21 septembre 2025

Olympique de Marseille v PSG postponed due to storms

The game between Olympique de Marseille and Paris Saint-Germain, coached by Luis Enrique, which was scheduled for this Sunday (21) for the fifth round of the Ligue 1, was postponed due to severe storms, reported the mayor of the Bouches-du-Rhône region to AFP.

“The match was postponed because there could be heavy rain with significant risks,” said Georges-François Leclerc.

Vélodrome Stadium and weather risks

The match was to be played at the Vélodrome stadium, with a capacity for 65,000 people. The region is on orange alert for rain, floods, and storms, according to Météo-France.

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The match will be played on Monday, September 22nd. The classic is one of the most anticipated of the season, due to the historical rivalry between the two clubs.

Safety of fans and players

According to the mayor, the risks involved:

Fans traveling with their cars;
Crowd movement before the match;
Storms during the game, affecting spectators and players.

The Professional Football League (LFP), responsible for setting a new date, was not available to comment.

“The intensity of the rains could be very significant. There could be significant urban runoff, especially in Marseille," the city hall reported in a statement.

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