On May 24, 1997, Lyon secured their biggest-ever league victory, hammering OM 8–0 with seven goals coming in the first half alone.
After leaving Lyon for Marseille, he was met with a barrage of boos at Gerland following his comment that Lyon "were not a great team". 4. Modern Tensions and the 2026 Season Olympique Marsylia - Lyon
Starting in 2002, Lyon began a record-breaking streak of seven consecutive league titles , surpassing Marseille's previous records. 3. Iconic Matches & Moments On May 24, 1997, Lyon secured their biggest-ever
Recently, the rivalry has been marred by fan violence, including attacks on team buses and injuries to coaches. In the most recent chapter on March 1, 2026, Marseille secured a dramatic at the Vélodrome, with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang scoring twice, including a 90th-minute winner that left Lyon's young stars in tears. Record/Detail Total League Meetings 113 (as of March 2026) Most Wins (Overall) Lyon (44 wins to OM's 41) Largest Win Lyon 8–0 Marseille (May 1997) Top Match Scorer Bernard Lacombe (12 goals) Modern Tensions and the 2026 Season Starting in