PSG Secures Title, De Zerbi Admits OM’s Struggles in Unbalanced Rivalry

The echoes of the match still linger. Just minutes after the final whistle of a thrilling victory by PSG (3-1), Roberto De Zerbi had a strong message to deliver.

“You call this a Classico, but for me, it’s not a Classico,” stated the OM coach during the press conference. “You can’t compare the squads and the financial power of the two clubs.”

“A Classico is when there’s a real fight, you take a hit, you give one back,” the Italian continued. “I love the pressure, but it’s not the reality between Paris and Marseille. I may be crazy, but that’s how I see it. There’s no real competition.”

Marseille, a solid runner-up

These comments were relayed to his counterpart Luis Enrique, who did not hold back in his response. “There’s no doubt that PSG is a team with great economic potential, and I like that. Having access to any player, it’s only natural. Those who don’t like it, well, that’s football. We aim to be competitive, to make history, and to defeat the best teams. For that, you need money, players, and a strong game plan, which is our project. Of course, many are envious when they see the difference, but that’s how the football world works. Financially powerful teams dominate, and that’s our goal: to dominate in France and Europe. We’ll see if we succeed…”

Nonetheless, the outcome of this clash between France’s two greatest football rivals leaves no room for suspense: with a 19-point lead over their Marseille rivals, eight matches from the finish line, Paris Saint-Germain has effectively secured the French championship title and could officially seal it in the upcoming weekend. For OM and Roberto De Zerbi, the gap is now insurmountable. Still, as Marseille glances over their shoulder, their performance at the Parc des Princes is reassuring: OM indeed stands as a solid runner-up.