Marseille end losing streak with victory at Troyes
Olympique de Marseille defeated Troyes 2-0 in a Ligue 1 match on Sunday to stop their five-game losing run.
Goals secure the win
Amine Harit scored shortly after half-time by steering in a cross from Emerson Palmieri. Himad Abdelli converted a late penalty to make the points safe for the home side. The result lifted Marseille out of the relegation zone and moved them to 13th place.
Team struggles continued
The club faced difficulties due to injuries and suspensions affecting key players like Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg and Timothy Weah. Troyes came close to an equaliser but Renaud Ripart saved a stoppage-time volley from the post.
Coach comments on form
Bruno Genesio stated that the team was tense and timid during parts of the first half. He emphasized the need for a positive run ahead of upcoming matches against Olympiakos and Angers.
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Dawn
Marseille snap losing skid with win at Troyes
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France 24
Marseille end five-game losing streak to climb out of the relegation zone
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