During the 2008–09 French football season, Olympique de Marseille competed in Ligue 1.

[1] Marseille finished 3 points behind league champions Bordeaux.

[1] Manager Eric Gerets left after his contract expired at the end of the season.

Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.

Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.