Marseille Slip Behind as Lyon Snatch Late Win in Ligue 1 Thriller

IPL365 Admin | SEP 30, 2024

Marseille missed a golden opportunity to go level on points with Ligue 1 leaders Paris Saint-Germain after suffering a 1-0 defeat at Strasbourg. Meanwhile, Lyon secured a dramatic 2-1 victory at Toulouse, thanks to a stoppage-time goal. Marseille's loss leaves them trailing PSG and Monaco in the standings, while Strasbourg earned their first win in 17 matches against the French giants.

Marseille Stunned by Strasbourg’s Late Surge
Marseille had been in excellent form under new coach Roberto De Zerbi, but their unbeaten run came to an end on Sunday. Strasbourg’s Diego Moreira scored the decisive goal just before halftime, finishing calmly past Marseille goalkeeper Geronimo Rulli. Despite a series of chances for Marseille, they were unable to find the equalizer, with Strasbourg goalkeeper Djordje Petrovic denying Mason Greenwood on multiple occasions.

De Zerbi remained optimistic despite the defeat, stating, “We’ll learn a lot from this loss. It’s going to be a decisive moment for our progress.”

Lyon’s Last-Gasp Win Steals the Headlines
Earlier in the day, Lyon clinched a thrilling 2-1 win against Toulouse, with Malick Fofana’s 95th-minute strike proving to be the difference. Toulouse took the lead early, with Yann Gboho’s stunning effort in the 14th minute. However, Lyon quickly responded when Rasmus Nicolaisen scored an own goal to level the match. Just when the game seemed destined for a draw, Fofana’s late goal secured Lyon’s second win of the season.

Reims Climb to Fourth as Angers Struggle
Elsewhere, Reims moved up to fourth place after a convincing 3-1 victory over bottom-of-the-table Angers. First-half goals from Keito Nakamura and Junya Ito gave Reims control, while Marshall Munetsi added a third late on. Angers remain winless this season, with Zinedine Ferhat’s late goal merely a consolation.

Conclusion
Marseille’s slip against Strasbourg and Lyon’s last-minute win at Toulouse have shaken up the Ligue 1 standings. As PSG and Monaco continue to lead the race, the pressure is mounting on De Zerbi’s side to bounce back in their next fixture. Meanwhile, Lyon’s thrilling victory will boost their confidence as they aim to climb the table.

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