How many players share Olympique Lyon and Olympique Marseille?

There are exactly 22 players who have made official appearances for both Olympique Lyon and Olympique Marseille.

Who is the most valuable player to play for Olympique Lyon and Olympique Marseille?

Currently, Amine Gouiri is among the highest-valued players to feature for both clubs.

Who is the oldest player to play for Olympique Lyon and Olympique Marseille?

Among the players in our database, Sonny Anderson is the oldest player to have played for both clubs.

Olympique Lyon

Olympique Marseille

22 Players

💡 Did you know?

A fascinating fact is that Sonny Anderson, after succeeding at Monaco, became an absolute legend in Lyon, being fundamental to the dominance of the early 2000s. His scoring ability was so impactful that it redefined the standard of success in France. Meanwhile, Mathieu Valbuena's career is remembered for his versatility, being a player capable of shining under the intense pressure of Marseille before his moves elsewhere, always leaving a legacy of dedication and standout individual technique.

Players who played for Olympique Lyon and Olympique Marseille

22 players found in our database

Amine Gouiri

• 26 years

Olympique Lyon

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Gls / Ast

0 / 0

Olympique Marseille

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Gls / Ast

16 / 5

Jordan Veretout

• 33 years

Olympique Lyon

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Gls / Ast

2 / 1

Olympique Marseille

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Gls / Ast

10 / 10

Emerson

• 31 years

Olympique Lyon

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Gls / Ast

1 / 2

Olympique Marseille

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Gls / Ast

0 / 3

Duje Caleta-Car

• 29 years

Olympique Lyon

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Gls / Ast

1 / 1

Olympique Marseille

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130

Gls / Ast

5 / 3

Nicolas N'Koulou

• 35 years

Olympique Lyon

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Gls / Ast

0 / 1

Olympique Marseille

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207

Gls / Ast

5 / 0

Loic Remy

• 39 years

Olympique Lyon

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Gls / Ast

0 / 1

Olympique Marseille

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111

Gls / Ast

42 / 13

Mathieu Valbuena

• 41 years

Olympique Lyon

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Gls / Ast

12 / 14

Olympique Marseille

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330

Gls / Ast

38 / 58

Clinton N'Jie

• 32 years

Olympique Lyon

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Gls / Ast

8 / 9

Olympique Marseille

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Gls / Ast

16 / 10

Alou Diarra

• 44 years

Olympique Lyon

Apps

Gls / Ast

3 / 0

Olympique Marseille

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Gls / Ast

2 / 1

Hatem Ben Arfa

• 39 years

Olympique Lyon

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Gls / Ast

12 / 10

Olympique Marseille

Apps

Gls / Ast

15 / 12

Bafetimbi Gomis

• 40 years

Olympique Lyon

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244

Gls / Ast

95 / 21

Olympique Marseille

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Gls / Ast

21 / 4

Peguy Luyindula

• 46 years

Olympique Lyon

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126

Gls / Ast

46 / 5

Olympique Marseille

Apps

Gls / Ast

11 / 2

Benoit Pedretti

• 45 years

Olympique Lyon

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Gls / Ast

2 / 4

Olympique Marseille

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Gls / Ast

4 / 2

Sylvain Wiltord

• 51 years

Olympique Lyon

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114

Gls / Ast

32 / 16

Olympique Marseille

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Gls / Ast

1 / 1

Steve Marlet

• 52 years

Olympique Lyon

Apps

Gls / Ast

19 / 5

Olympique Marseille

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Gls / Ast

17 / 7

Henri Bedimo

• 41 years

Olympique Lyon

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103

Gls / Ast

1 / 15

Olympique Marseille

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Gls / Ast

0 / 0

Sonny Anderson

• 55 years

Olympique Lyon

Apps

161

Gls / Ast

94 / 4

Olympique Marseille

Apps

Gls / Ast

16 / 4

Fabrice Fiorese

• 50 years

Olympique Lyon

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Gls / Ast

0 / 0

Olympique Marseille

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Gls / Ast

2 / 0

Bruno N'Gotty

• 54 years

Olympique Lyon

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254

Gls / Ast

13 / 2

Olympique Marseille

Apps

Gls / Ast

0 / 0

Jeremy Morel

• 41 years

Olympique Lyon

Apps

139

Gls / Ast

1 / 5

Olympique Marseille

Apps

153

Gls / Ast

3 / 7

Lamine Diatta

• 50 years

Olympique Lyon

Apps

Gls / Ast

0 / 0

Olympique Marseille

Apps

Gls / Ast

0 / 0

Florian Maurice

• 52 years

Olympique Lyon

Apps

141

Gls / Ast

51 / 9

Olympique Marseille

Apps

Gls / Ast

30 / 9

Olympique Lyon & Olympique Marseille

The rivalry between Olympique de Marseille and Olympique de Lyon represents one of the most intense duels in French football, often referred to as the 'Chocs de l'Olympique'. Historically, this matchup has defined the hierarchy of Ligue 1, blending the Mediterranean mystique of the Velodrome with the strategic solidity of the Groupama Stadium. While Marseille excels due to visceral passion and unmatched fervor, Lyon has solidified its identity through impeccable technical structure and a constant ambition for the top. These matches are not just sports encounters but clashes of football cultures that capture the essence of French football, where environmental pressure and tactical intensity usually dictate the fate of points, creating an electric atmosphere that transcends borders and elevates the prestige of both historic clubs.

Shared Players

Over the years, the exchange of talent has been frequent between both institutions, weaving a network of names that have defended both crests. Figures like Hatem Ben Arfa, Mathieu Valbuena, and Bafetimbi Gomis have left their mark on both sides, being protagonists of intertwined stories. Other illustrious names include Sylvain Wiltord, Loic Remy, Alou Diarra, and Nicolas N'Koulou, who brought their experience to different contexts. The list is completed by elements such as Jordan Veretout, Duje Caleta-Car, Jeremy Morel, Clinton N'Jie, Benoit Pedretti, Peguy Luyindula, Steve Marlet, Henri Bedimo, Sonny Anderson, Fabrice Fiorese, Bruno N'Gotty, and Florian Maurice. Even more recent or specific profiles like Amine Gouiri and Emerson underscore the porosity of their squads. This dynamic of constant transfers reflects not only fierce competitiveness but also a deep interconnection that has shaped the tactical DNA of the two French Olympic giants.