Marseille Stumbles Again in 3-1 Loss to Reims, Jeopardizing Champions League Hopes
Reims ends a four-month winless streak with a disciplined performance, while Marseille's tactical struggles and injuries deepen their woes.
- Stade de Reims secured their first Ligue 1 victory since November 2024, defeating Olympique de Marseille 3-1 in a decisive performance.
- Keito Nakamura was pivotal for Reims, scoring the opening goal and providing an assist, showcasing his efficiency in a match dominated by Marseille's possession.
- Marseille suffered their fourth loss in five matches, with captain Leonardo Balerdi exiting early due to injury and their attacking players failing to break through Reims' compact defense.
- Mason Greenwood delivered another underwhelming performance, struggling to convert opportunities and raising concerns about Marseille's offensive options.
- Reims moved further from the relegation zone, while Marseille's second-place position in Ligue 1 is now under threat from competitors in the race for a Champions League spot.