Overview
- Sporting Lisbon overturned an early deficit to beat Marseille 2-1 in the Champions League after Mason Greenwood was substituted at half-time.
- Igor Paixao put Marseille ahead before Emerson was sent off in first-half stoppage time for simulation following a move initiated by Greenwood.
- Roberto De Zerbi told Canal+ he “had to defend with five” after the dismissal and preferred a profile he felt could defend and attack, opting to keep Paixao and introduce Amir Murillo.
- Geny Catamo and Alisson Santos scored in the second half to complete Sporting’s comeback following the tactical reshuffle.
- French outlets including L’Equipe and Le Parisien questioned the decision, noting Greenwood’s strong recent form with four goals against Le Havre and a season tally of seven goals and four assists.