Title: Marseille Defeats Reims 2-1 and Payet Wins Penalty in Extra Time
The French capital was the venue for another exciting match as Marseille defeated Reims 2-1 on Saturday evening. The match was a nail-biter with both teams trying to score but failed to do so.
The first half saw both teams struggling to find their rhythm, with Marseille leading 1-0 after just under five minutes when they scored through Mathieu Vidal. However, Reims came back with a goal from Yannick Bolasie just before the break.
In the second half, Marseille took control of the game and were able to build up a lead thanks to goals from Mathieu Vidal and Antoine Griezmann. Reims tried to fight back but could not get past the experienced defenders of Marseille.
In the end, Marseille's victory came with a penalty shootout after Reims had equalized twice. The winner was awarded to Marseille's captain, Florian Thauvin, who converted his spot-kick to seal the win for the home team.
Overall, it was a thrilling match that showcased the talent of both teams. Marseille will now look to continue their impressive form in the upcoming matches while Reims will need to improve if they want to avoid a defeat in this season's La Liga.
In conclusion, Marseille proved to be a strong team in this match and showed great resilience against Reims. Their performance will undoubtedly inspire their opponents in the upcoming matches.