A goal and an assist from Englishman Mason Greenwood, the most decisive player in Ligue 1, led Olympique Marseille to a 1-2 victory over Stade Rennes at Roazhon Park, keeping their hopes of fighting for the title alive and moving them just four points behind leaders Paris Saint-Germain.

Marseille’s Revival

With five wins and one draw in their last six games, the team coached by Roberto de Zerbi is on the rise, benefiting from Greenwood’s great form. The former Getafe player has become the top scorer in the competition, tied on 12 goals with Jonathan David, the Canadian striker from Lille.

However, Marseille needed a comeback against the team managed by Jorge Sampaoli, who suffered their third loss in the last four games and is now just one point away from the relegation zone.

Rulli’s Key Role and Quick Response

Before Greenwood’s impact, goalkeeper Gerónimo Rulli played a crucial role by saving a penalty midway through the first half. The penalty was awarded after Michael Amir Murillo of Rennes handled the ball, but the Argentine keeper made a fantastic stop against Arnaud Kalimuendo.

The Rennes striker got his revenge right before halftime in the 43rd minute, capitalizing on a cross from the right by Assignon to open the scoring. However, Marseille responded quickly. Just two minutes later, just before the break, Greenwood finished off a pass from Murillo to level the score.

The Decisive Play

At the start of the second half, Greenwood delivered another brilliant play, sending a perfect aerial ball that Adrien Rabiot headed home to beat Brice Samba again. From that moment on, the score remained unchanged, and Marseille secured a vital victory to stay in the race for the Ligue 1 title.