In the heart of French football, Marseille and Reims were set to face off in the Ligue 1 round 19 match. The match was expected to be close but with the help of one goal from Payet, Marseille triumphed over their rivals Reims in this thrilling encounter.
The game started off with both teams struggling to find their rhythm as they struggled to establish control on the ball. However, Marseille showed resilience and scored first in the 16th minute through a header by Mathieu Flamini. Reims responded with a powerful strike from the penalty spot by Yannick Bolasie just three minutes later. The score remained level until the 44th minute when Marseille struck again with a stunning free-kick from a corner kick by Alphonse Areola.
The momentum shifted in favor of Reims in the 52nd minute as they scored two goals within a span of five minutes. First, they put Reims into the lead with a spectacular strike from the penalty spot by Jean-Claude D'Alembert. The second goal came only ten minutes later as Reims scored through a brilliant header by Antoine Griezmann.
Reims fought back with a late comeback, but it wasn't enough as Marseille secured victory in front of a packed stadium. With the win, Marseille moved up to second place in the table while Reims fell out of the top four. The result will likely have a big impact on their season ahead as they look to improve their form next season.
As for Payet, he stepped up his game in the most crucial moment of the match. He stood tall in the box and blocked a shot from Reims' goalkeeper before scoring his stoppage-time equalizer. It was a remarkable performance that showcased his potential to become a key player for the club.
The victory will surely boost Marseille's confidence going into the upcoming season and hopefully bring them closer to qualifying for Europe. As for Reims, they'll need to use their experience and resolve to bounce back from the setback and move forward with renewed determination.