Abdelli’s Late Penalty Seals Marseille’s 2-0 Win at Troyes
Himad Abdelli struck a 98th-minute penalty as Marseille sealed a 2-0 Ligue 1 win at Troyes, with substitute Faris Moumbagna winning the decisive spot-kick. The late goal completed an away victory that lifts Marseille into 13th place.
A breakthrough after a tight opening
Marseille controlled the first half territorially but could not find a route through Troyes’ deep defensive shape. The visitors had 63.4% of the ball and completed 640 passes, yet the score remained level at the interval.
The game changed five minutes after the restart. Emerson supplied Amine Harit, who finished to give Marseille the lead in the 50th minute.
| Match statistic | Troyes | Marseille |
|---|---|---|
| Possession | 36.6% | 63.4% |
| Expected goals | 1.14 | 1.26 |
| Shots | 15 | – |
| Shots on target | 3 | – |
Troyes pressure fails to produce an equaliser
Troyes responded strongly after falling behind and produced 15 attempts, but goalkeeper Jeffrey de Lange made three important saves to preserve Marseille’s clean sheet. Marseille’s defensive unit also cleared the danger 31 times as the hosts increased the pressure.
- De Lange was central to the shutout, dealing with Troyes chances worth 1.14 xG.
- Nayef Aguerd was influential in the air and stepped into midfield to help Marseille retain control.
- Kelyann Bezahaf made key interceptions from right-back, while CJ Egan-Riley concentrated on protecting the back line.
- Captain Emerson combined his assist with an organising role in Marseille’s defence.
Angel Gomes was booked shortly before half-time and was unable to unlock Troyes consistently before Geoffrey Kondogbia replaced him late on. Nouhoum Kamissoko screened the defence before Tochukwu Nnadi entered to add energy in midfield.
Abdelli finishes the job
Harit remained Marseille’s main attacking spark until his 63rd-minute withdrawal, driving at Troyes and taking his goal with composure. Keyliane Abdallah replaced him and helped the visitors defend the wide areas.
Amine Gouiri endured a difficult evening in attack and made way shortly after the hour, with Neal Maupay taking over up front. Igor Paixão provided width on the left but did not register a direct goal contribution.
Moumbagna arrived in the 87th minute and immediately gave Marseille a more physical outlet. In stoppage time, he drew the foul that gave Abdelli the chance to settle the contest. The midfielder converted from 12 yards to make certain of the points.
What happens next
Bruno Genesio’s selection of Harit delivered the opening goal, while his changes helped Marseille withstand Troyes’ late push and secure the result. Marseille now move up to 13th in the Ligue 1 table after ending the match with a clean sheet and two goals.
