Marseille and Strasbourg played out a thrilling 2-2 draw at the Orange Vélodrome in the 22nd round of Ligue 1. The match saw Marseille take an early lead with Mason Greenwood scoring in the 14th minute, assisted by Amine Gouiri. The home side doubled their advantage just after the break when Gouiri found the net in the 47th minute, putting them in a commanding position.
Strasbourg's Resurgence in the Second Half
Strasbourg, however, refused to surrender. Substitutions brought fresh energy to the team, and Sebastian Nanasi's 74th-minute goal, with an assist from Martial Godo, pulled them back into the contest. With the clock ticking down, Joaquin Panichelli's late penalty in the 90+7th minute ensured a dramatic end, leaving Marseille with just a point despite their earlier dominance.
Statistical Insights
Strasbourg's comeback was bolstered by superior ball possession, maintaining 56% throughout the match. Their effective passing game saw them complete 489 out of 547 attempted passes with an 89% accuracy rate. Marseille, despite taking the lead twice, only managed 44% possession and completed 361 of 427 passes. Both sides matched each other in corners, each having five, while Marseille had six shots on target to Strasbourg's five.
Looking Ahead
Marseille's recent form has been inconsistent, reflecting their mixed results in the league. Facing strong contenders in upcoming matches, they will need to bolster their defensive resilience. Strasbourg, buoyed by their fighting spirit, will look to build on this result as they push for a stronger finish in the season.
