Overview

• 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.