Marseille's Aubameyang and Greenwood Shine in 5-2 Win Over Paris FC

Marseille thrashes Paris FC 5-2 in thrilling ligue 1 encounter

Marseille defeats Paris FC 5-2 in a thrilling Ligue 1 match, with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Mason Greenwood playing key roles.

Olympique de Marseille secured their first Ligue 1 win of the season with a thrilling 5-2 victory over Paris FC at the Orange Vélodrome. The match saw Aubameyang star for Marseille as they came from behind to win after squandering a two-goal lead. Paris FC gave Marseille a scare early on with Nhoa Sangui's searching cross from the left being headed against the post by Willem Geubbels.

The match marked the first head-to-head encounter between the two sides since the 1981/82 season. Marseille will look to build on this momentum as they face Paris Saint-Germain on September 21, 2025, at the Orange Vélodrome.

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's shot hit the upright, but fortunes quickly turned in Marseille's favor. He was fouled by Otávio in the box, earning a penalty for his team. Mason Greenwood stepped up and confidently tucked the ball home from 12 yards out after a VAR review, opening Marseille's account for the season.

The team's lead was doubled just six minutes later, with Aubameyang and Greenwood once again playing key roles. Greenwood's corner kick was expertly headed home by Aubameyang at the back post. This impressive strike marked a significant milestone for Aubameyang, bringing him to 300 direct goal contributions in Europe's top-five leagues, with 237 goals and 63 assists.

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Stéphane Gilli's team faced an uphill battle to mount a comeback, but Ilan Kebbal's brilliant strike changed the game. Cutting in from the right, Kebbal arrowed a precise shot into the far corner, easing the pressure on his team. This goal clearly rattled Marseille, who struggled to regain their footing after the break.

Marseille's unconvincing start to the second half continued until Moses Simon scored, leveling the match at 2-2. The Nigerian forward's sliding finish was a testament to Kebbal's exceptional pass, which broke through Marseille's defense. This goal marked a significant milestone for Simon, who had gone 11 matches without scoring against Marseille as a Nantes player.

Marseille pushed hard to regain the lead, with Leonardo Balerdi's header from a corner being brilliantly saved. However, Paris FC's Ilan Kebbal continued to cause problems for Marseille's defense. He capitalized on a poor clearance to unleash a powerful long-range strike that landed on the roof of the net.

Despite their efforts, Paris FC couldn't maintain their momentum. Marseille's pressure eventually paid off when they caught Paris FC in possession at the back. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang seized the opportunity, applying a clinical first-time finish to restore Marseille's lead.

Marseille sealed their victory with a stunning 25-yard drive from Pierre-Emile Højbjerg that smashed into the bottom corner. Although Mason Greenwood's penalty miss earlier in the game provided Paris FC with a glimmer of hope, Robinio Vaz put the result beyond doubt with a clinical finish at the near post in stoppage time.

The fifth goal wrapped up Marseille's fifth consecutive home league win, showcasing their dominance at the Orange Vélodrome. Meanwhile, Paris FC's struggles continued as they suffered back-to-back defeats, leaving them rooted to the bottom of the table.