Pierre-Emile Højbjerg
OM
Dealing with thigh pain
Hojbjerg suffered a muscle issue in the back of his thigh that caused his exit from Sunday's Nations League match against Wales, per Le Phoceen.
Analysis: This offers an initial diagnosis after Hojbjerg's early substitution Sunday, though the exact severity and possible recovery timeline remain unclear for the midfielder. His status likely will depend on the results of further evaluation, but he could miss upcoming Ligue 1 clashes given the muscular nature of the problem. Such issue would disrupt a Marseille midfield that has relied heavily on his contribution throughout the early stages of the campaign. Himad Abdelli (ankle) and Angel Gomes could form a central pairing in Hojbjerg's absence, with Tochukwu Nnadi adding a depth option.
Exits match with Denmark
Hojbjerg was forced off the field in the 10th minute of Sunday's Nations League Group Stage match against Wales due to an apparent injury.
Analysis: Hojbjerg is adding to Marseille's injury problems over the international break, as the midfielder suffered an injury just a few minutes into Sunday's outing. It appeared the midfielder was complaining about a muscular injury, a worrying sign for a midfielder, as anything somewhat serious would likely knock him out for a few weeks. He will now await pending testing for a further explanation of the injury as Marseille holds its breath, potentially losing a fourth midfielder due to injury.
Three shots in loss
Hojbjerg registered three shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Friday's 1-0 defeat versus Rennes.
Analysis: Hojbjerg was Marseille's most influential player in Friday's 1-0 Ligue 1 defeat at Rennes, pulling the strings from deep in the first half with three shots including one on goal and three interceptions, also finding Brice Samba's side-netting with a promising long-range effort that summed up Marseille's frustrating evening in front of goal. He won all three of his aerial duels throughout the match, the best return of any player on either side, helping Marseille dominate territorially for large stretches without finding the clinical edge their performance deserved. Hojbjerg and Marseille fall to three consecutive Ligue 1 defeats under new coach Bruno Genesio, who returned to Roazhon Park for the first time since coaching Rennes between 2021 and 2023.
Nets on opening day
Hojbjerg scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-0 victory against Strasbourg.
Analysis: Hojbjerg added the fourth from long range in stoppage time. He recorded 79 passes and also contributed defensively with two interceptions and a tackle. He ended last season with a goal on the final matchday and now managed to net one on opening day.
Two goal contributions in win
Hojbjerg scored one goal and assisted once from three shots and five chances created in Sunday's 3-1 win over Rennes. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 49th minute.
Analysis: Hojbjerg struck in the second minute and set up Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's 55th minute goal, powering into the box before laying it off for the decisive chip, finishing the match with one goal, one assist, and a game-high five chances created. He earned man of the match honors before being subbed off for Quinten Timber in the 82nd minute. Hojbjerg closes the campaign as Marseille's captain with four goals, five assists, 57 chances created, and 55 tackles across 40 appearances (37 starts) in all competitions.
Scores opener in derby
Hojbjerg scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal) and three chances created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Nice.
Analysis: Hojbjerg powered Marseille in front in the 66th minute, rising at the back post to meet Tochukwu Nnadi's pinpoint delivery after a well-worked move down the right, marking his third Ligue 1 goal of the season. He was everywhere over the full 90 for OM, dictating the tempo with 80 completed passes while adding three chances created, three tackles and four shots, a season high for the Dane. Hojbjerg will now look to close out a challenging campaign on a high note with Marseille before transfer speculation ramps up, as he is widely expected to move on this summer.
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