Marseille Victory Over Reims in Ligue 1 Round 19 with Payet's Golden Goal
Updated:2026-02-12 08:31 Views:117In the Ligue 1 round 19, Marseille defeated Reims at home, scoring a crucial goal from the penalty spot to secure their victory.
The match started off with a strong display from Marseille as they took the lead through a goalmouth scramble that saw Gaspard Benna get the ball and create space for Jean-Claude Drogba, who converted it into a penalty. The French champions were soon level after just five minutes when Antoine Griezmann was awarded a free kick in the box, but he could only tap it over the bar.
Reims tried to come back with a counterattack, but they couldn't find the net and the score remained level at 1-1 after 15 minutes.
The second half brought even more tension, with both teams trying to dominate possession. Reims had a good chance to equalize before halftime, but their effort was blocked by Marseille goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois.
In the first half, Reims' chances were limited, while Marseille managed to score a late winner through a header from Griezmann. However, the final whistle fell just two minutes later, with Marseille winning the match 2-1.
The performance of Marseille in this game was outstanding, as they showed their ability to overcome adversity and come out on top. The victory against Reims is a testament to the resilience and determination of the team, and it will be exciting to see how they perform in the next matches.

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