Marseille have secured their place in the Europa League with a victory over Monaco in round 30 of the Ligue 1 football league. The result was significant as it set up a crucial framework for Champions League qualification.
The match between Marseille and Monaco was one of the most important fixtures of the season so far. Both teams had already secured their spots in the Champions League and were looking to secure a win that would put them in the driver's seat for the rest of the season.
The match started off well for Monaco, who took the lead after just five minutes through a goal from Anthony Martial. However, Marseille fought back and equalized just before half-time through a goal from Florian Thauvin.
In the second half, both teams pushed hard for a winner but it was Marseille who finally broke the deadlock when they scored twice in the final ten minutes through goals from Dimitri Payet and Adrien Rabiot.
The win was a massive boost for Marseille and sets them on course for Champions League qualification. They now need just one point in their last two games to confirm their spot in Europe's premier club competition.
For Monaco, the defeat is a blow as they will now have to play catch-up if they want to make it into the Champions League. They will be hoping to bounce back against Strasbourg in their next game while Marseille will continue to push towards securing their spot in the Champions League.
Overall, this result was a significant milestone for Marseille and sets them on track for a successful campaign in the Champions League. It also highlights the importance of securing victories at home in order to secure a top-four finish and Champions League qualification.