In a dramatic conclusion to Sunday’s match, Olympique de Marseille managed to secure a 2-2 draw with Toulouse FC, defying the odds with a spectacular late equalizer. This vital point helped OM avert a potential fourth consecutive loss in France’s Ligue 1.
Olympique de Marseille faced a challenging away game at Stadium de Toulouse, following a morale-boosting elimination of SL Benfica in the UEFA Europa League. The game began positively for Marseille, with Jean Onana netting an early goal at the 38th minute, setting a strong pace for the visitors.
Despite Marseille’s initial lead, Toulouse responded robustly. Rasmus Nicolaisen’s goal during stoppage time in the first half brought the game to an even 1-1, shifting the momentum back to the home team. The second half saw Toulouse’s Yann Gboho striking at the 82nd minute, tilting the match towards a home win.
However, the final moments of the game were marked by heroics from Faris Moumbagna. Coming off the bench in the 59th minute, Moumbagna executed a stunning bicycle kick in the dying seconds of stoppage time, ensuring the match ended in a 2-2 draw.
This result places OM still seven points behind fifth-placed OGC Nice, with the chase for a European competition berth through the Ligue 1 standings becoming increasingly challenging. With five matches left in their season, including a crucial clash against Nice, Marseille faces a tight race to secure a spot in next season’s European competitions.
Toulouse, meanwhile, continues their campaign to finish in the top half of the Ligue 1 table, trailing Lyon by four points with four games to go. They aim to build momentum into the next season with their upcoming match against FC Lorient.