OM breathe a little better.
In crisis after rather disappointing results and elimination from all European competitions, Marseille gave themselves some breathing space
by winning in the shock of the Olympiques against Lyon (1-0)
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A narrow but precious success which will allow Igor Tudor and his flock to relieve some of the ambient pressure after the tough week experienced by the Phocaeans.
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OM dominating in duels
A victory that was built in two stages.
With a sharp first act from the Marseillais, more impactful and dangerous on their incursions, including one ending in a rescue from Tagliafico in front of Alexis Sanchez (13th).
Dominant in the duels, the Marseille club ended up opening the scoring on a corner from Veretout well taken over by Gigot with a header (1-0, 43rd).
If Caqueret responded in stride with a free kick repelled by Pau Lopez (45th + 1), the Lyonnais struggled to react in intentions after the break.
Harmless Lyon
Masters of the ball but not very sharp, they dominated sterilely against an OM in management and who defended well in their camp.
Toko Ekambi, entered at the break (61st), and Lacazette, too rough (3rd), were thus the only ones to create a semblance of threat in the Rhone ranks.
After five unsuccessful matches in all competitions, Marseille is back to life and is back one point off the podium in Ligue 1. Lyon can be worried, however, by now finding themselves far from European places.