Sun Dec 08 19:50:00 UTC 2024: ## Rabiot Scores First Marseille Goal in Victory Over Saint-Étienne
**Saint-Étienne, France** – Olympique de Marseille secured a victory over Saint-Étienne, with Adrien Rabiot scoring his first goal for the club. The midfielder’s composed finish, a chest-control and left-footed strike, gave Marseille an early lead. The goal, assisted by a clever pass from Maupay, proved decisive in the match.
Despite Saint-Étienne’s attempts to counter, Marseille dominated possession, frequently winning the ball back in the attacking half. While Saint-Étienne showed some late attacking promise, including a strong shot from Davitashvili that was saved by Rulli, they were unable to break through Marseille’s defense. Key moments saw Marseille’s Balerdi involved in several physical duels and a near miss from Greenwood.
Marseille’s control of the midfield, particularly Rabiot’s performance, proved crucial in securing the win. The victory boosts Marseille to 26 points after 13 matches in Ligue 1, a tally historically associated with a top-five finish. Only Lorient in 2022-23 deviated from this trend. The positive result underscores Marseille’s strong start to the 2024/25 season.
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