Igor Paixão
OM
Already back, no apparent discomfort
Paixao (lower leg) is already back in full team training without any apparent discomfort, according to FC Marseille.
Analysis: Paixao had been forced off in the 30th minute of the recent match against PSG after a blow to his fibula, and after reassuring fans on Instagram, this return to collective training now confirms he is not dealing with an injury. He will be in line to return to a starting role immediately once the international break concludes if he doesn't suffer any setback.
Resumes training
Paixao (lower leg) was back in training Wednesday, according to Massilia Zone.
Analysis: Paixao was still awaiting a diagnosis after having to leave the club's last match early, but appears to now be good enough to train, as the forward rejoined training Wednesday. This should mean his injury is not all that serious, likely using the break to get back to full fitness. He could return to a starting role immediately after the break if his rehab continues to progress.
Diagnosis still unclear
Paixao (lower leg) is set for further examinations Tuesday to determine the nature of his problem, with initial reports suggesting a blow to the fibular head along with some muscular discomfort, differing from the ankle twist coach Bruno Genesio first mentioned after the match, according to Football Club Marseille.
Analysis: Paixao had been forced off in the 30th minute of the loss to PSG after landing awkwardly from an aerial duel and needing assistance to leave the field. No definitive diagnosis has yet been given, and it would be premature to speculate about a fracture or a lengthy absence before Tuesday's test results are known.
Dealing with ankle injury
Paixao is dealing with an ankle injury and will hope to recover during the international break, according to coach Bruno Genesio, per Massilia Zone. "Paixao? According to my initial information, it would rather be the ankle."
Analysis: Paixao was forced off in the 30th minute of Sunday's match against PSG after landing awkwardly from an aerial duel, needing assistance from the medical team to leave the pitch. This is his second injury absence of the season already, though the timing of the upcoming international break should give him a few weeks to recover before Marseille's season resumes.
Exits with lower leg injury
Paixao was forced off the field in the 30th minute of Sunday's match against PSG due to an apparent lower leg injury, according to RMC Sport.
Analysis: Paixao would come out of an aerial duel with an injury Sunday, landing awkwardly before he would need to leave the field with the assistance of the medical team. After already missing one game this season due to injury, this is something to monitor, as he is set to be an everyday starter. The good news is that the international break will take place after this match and give him a few weeks to recover, hopefully able to recover in that period.
Trains fully, option against Paris FC
Paixao (undisclosed) trained fully and will be an option for Sunday's clash against Paris FC, the club posted.
Analysis: Paixao finished last season with six goals and five assists across 30 Ligue 1 appearances for Marseille, and did everything possible to stay at the club this summer despite significant transfer pressure from the Premier League. His return to full training now positions him to build on last season's productive campaign as speculation around his future continues to be a subject to monitor.
Won't be an option vs Monaco
Paixao (muscular) won't be an option for Sunday's clash against Monaco, according to coach Bruno Genesio.
Analysis: Paixao had been dealing with muscle discomfort in training over the past several days, an issue that predates the recent win over Strasbourg and continued to linger through the week. His absence comes amid ongoing transfer speculation this summer, with Amine Harit likely stepping in on the left wing and young Keyliane Abdallah, who scored his first Ligue 1 goal in the opener, a possible option on the right side of the attack.
Nursing muscle discomfort
Paixao (undisclosed) has been dealing with muscle discomfort in training over the past several days, an issue that predates the recent win over Strasbourg and led him to take part in only part of Thursday's session before feeling a new alert, according to L'Equipe.
Analysis: Paixao's physical issue comes as he remains firmly on the market this summer, with reports suggesting he is open to a new challenge abroad while Marseille's ownership pushes to sell its most valuable asset, even as coach Bruno Genesio would prefer to keep him. Marseille has already received an offer from Sunderland, with other English and Gulf clubs also reportedly circling. If Paixao is unable to go against Monaco, Amine Harit could step in on the left wing, with young Keyliane Abdallah, who scored his first Ligue 1 goal in the opener against Strasbourg, potentially getting a start on the right side of the attack for the Phoceans.
Scores three in three friendlies
Paixao has scored three goals in the last three friendlies and is in good shape, positioning him to likely hold the leader role of Marseille's attack in 2026/27 if he remains at the club, the club posted.
Analysis: Paixao finished last season with six goals and five assists across 30 Ligue 1 appearances, adding to a strong debut campaign after his move from Feyenoord. His hot preseason form reinforces his standing as one of the club's most dangerous attacking weapons, though his long term future remains something to monitor given the level of interest he continues to draw.
Should return against Nantes
Paixao (calf) returned to team training and is expected to be back in the squad for Saturday's trip to Nantes, according to La Minute OM.
Analysis: Paixao had been sidelined for two weeks after sustaining a calf injury during the defeat at Lorient, but his return to collective sessions is right on the timeline that had been set. The Brazilian winger has been Marseille's most dangerous attacking weapon in recent weeks and his comeback is a significant boost for coach Habib Beye heading into the final stretch of the season. If deemed fit to do so, Paixao should regain his starting role against the Canaries.
Set to miss two weeks
Paixao (calf) will miss around two weeks with the injury he sustained during Saturday's defeat against Lorient, according to La Minute OM.
Analysis: Paixao had played through the discomfort until halftime before being substituted Saturday, and the confirmed two-week absence is a big blow for the Olympians since he has been the most significant presence in the attack in recent weeks. Hamed Traore and Emerson are the most likely candidates to pick up extra minutes on the left flank while Paixao works his way back to full fitness.
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