Olympique de Marseille, often abbreviated to OM, is a French football club founded in 1899. It is one of the oldest and most successful clubs in France. The club has won several national titles and was the first and only French club to win the Champions League in 1993. Marseille has a rich history and is known for its fanatical following.

The club’s home ground is the Stade Vélodrome, a large stadium in the city of Marseille. The stadium opened in 1937 and has been renovated several times. After the last major renovation, prior to the 2016 European Championship, it can accommodate more than 67,000 spectators. The Vélodrome is known for its intense atmosphere during matches, especially during top matches and European nights.

Olympique de Marseille is based in the city of Marseille, located on the southern coast of France on the Mediterranean Sea. The club plays an important role in the social and sporting life of the city. Marseille is proud of its club, which symbolises the national character, fighting spirit and identity of the region.