Marseille Manager Roberto De Zerbi Criticizes Former Manchester United Star Mason Greenwood’s Performance as Insufficient After Defeat
Marseille’s head coach, Roberto De Zerbi, expressed disappointment with Mason Greenwood’s performance during their recent match against LOSC Lille. The game, which took place at the Stade Pierre-Mauroy in Villeneuve-d’Ascq, ended in a 1-0 defeat for Marseille. Ethan Mbappe, the younger brother of Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe, scored the only goal in the 10th minute, sealing Marseille’s fate and keeping them third in the Ligue 1 standings.
Match Overview
- Match Result: LOSC Lille 1 – 0 Marseille
- Key Moment: Goal by Ethan Mbappe (10th minute)
- Venue: Stade Pierre-Mauroy, Villeneuve-d’Ascq
The loss marked a setback for Marseille, who are now five points behind league leaders Lens. After 15 matches, they have secured nine wins, but their recent form has raised concerns.
De Zerbi’s Critique of Greenwood
Roberto De Zerbi specifically pointed out Greenwood’s lack of impact in the match. He noted, “We were passive from the first minute to the last. One shot on target for a player like Greenwood isn’t enough for him.” The coach emphasized the need for more aggressive play and better performance overall.
Greenwood’s Season Performance
Despite the criticism, Greenwood has had a commendable season with Marseille. In total, he has netted 11 goals and provided four assists across 19 matches. In Ligue 1 alone, he has scored 10 goals and assisted three in 14 appearances, starting 13 of those matches.
Previous Achievements
Greenwood, 24, joined Marseille from Manchester United and has become a key player for the team. Last season, he delivered an impressive 22 goals and six assists in 36 matches as Marseille finished second in Ligue 1, trailing only Paris Saint-Germain.
Reflecting on his relationship with De Zerbi, Greenwood expressed gratitude, stating, “I’m in a really good place, thanks to the coach and my teammates.” Greenwood praised De Zerbi as the “brains of the team” and acknowledged his role in helping him understand the game better.
As Marseille looks to bounce back from this defeat, they will need Greenwood and the entire team to step up in their upcoming matches.
