In the first round of Ligue 1, Marseille secured their place in the top four with a narrow win against Strasbourg on Saturday. The team has been performing well this season and they have shown that they can compete with some of the best teams in Europe.
The match was intense from start to finish as both teams tried to score goals. However, it was Marseille who had the better chance early on when they were awarded a penalty after a foul by Strasbourg's goalkeeper. Despite scoring a goal, the referee ruled the spot kick invalid and the ball went back to the other side of the pitch.
Marseille responded quickly though, with a goal from Mathieu Baudin just before halftime. The visitors then took the lead in the second half when a corner kick was headed into the box by Mathieu Baudin, but Marseille's goalkeeper saved the shot off the line.
Strasbourg came back within two minutes of the half-time whistle with a goal from Yannick Willems. However, Marseille fought back with a goal from Mathieu Baudin in the 77th minute. The striker finished off a quick counter-attack to give Marseille the lead for good.
Despite the late goals, Marseille showed resilience and determination throughout the entire match. They continued to fight hard despite the pressure from Strasbourg, and the result was a testament to their performance.
Overall, Marseille's victory was a significant achievement for the team and fans alike. They continue to perform well and show that they can compete with some of the best teams in Europe. Their performance in Ligue 1 is proof that they have what it takes to be champions again.