In the Ligue 1 round 19 match between Marseille and Reims on Sunday evening, it was a thrilling game that ended with a dramatic comeback by Marseille. The match started off with both teams playing aggressively and trying to create chances for their strikers.
However, it was Marseille who took the lead first through a well-taken free-kick from their captain, Dimitri Payet. The French striker rose highest to head the ball past the goalkeeper and into the net. This goal gave Marseille a comfortable lead going into half-time.
Reims, however, refused to give up and fought back in the second half. They created several chances but were unable to convert them into goals. In stoppage time, Marseille's defense failed to clear a cross, allowing Reims' forward, Florian Thauvin, to score a consolation goal for his team.
As the clock ticked down, the tension in the stadium increased as both teams looked to score a late equalizer or win the match. It was Marseille who came closest to scoring when a corner kick found its way to Payet, who volleyed the ball wide of the goal.
In stoppage time, Marseille's manager, Lucien Favre, made a tactical substitution, bringing on substitute Florian Tardif. With just seconds left on the clock, Tardif ran onto a long ball from the midfield and hit a powerful shot that flew past the keeper and into the back of the net. It was a stunning finish that sent the Marseille fans wild and secured a much-needed victory for the club.
The match ended 2-1 to Marseille, with Payet scoring the winner in stoppage time. The comeback victory was a testament to the resilience and determination of Marseille's players, who showed no fear despite being behind at half-time. The victory also boosted Marseille's morale ahead of the upcoming matches and could be a turning point in their season.