Mason Greenwood Scores Twice to Lead Marseille to Crucial 3-2 Victory Over Union Saint-Gilloise in Champions League Clash
Mason Greenwood played a pivotal role in helping Marseille secure a crucial 3-2 victory against Union Saint-Gilloise in their Champions League encounter.
Match Summary
The match commenced with a surprising lead for the Belgian hosts. Anan Khalaili opened the scoring just five minutes into the game with a powerful left-footed strike from outside the penalty area.
- 5th Minute: Khalaili scores for Union Saint-Gilloise.
- 17th Minute: Igor Paixao equalizes for Marseille.
Marseille responded quickly, with Igor Paixao netting the equalizer at the 17-minute mark, placing the ball into the top corner of the net.
Greenwood’s Impact
Mason Greenwood, the former Manchester United forward, struck twice in the match. His first goal came just before halftime in the 41st minute. He combined effectively with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, putting Marseille ahead.
In the second half, the French side further extended their lead. Greenwood scored again in the 58th minute after a well-timed pass from Matt O’Riley, who is on loan from Brighton. Greenwood skillfully cut inside a defender and calmly finished to make it 3-1.
- 41st Minute: Greenwood scores Marseille’s second goal.
- 58th Minute: Greenwood nets his second, assisted by O’Riley.
Final Stages
The match intensified as Union Saint-Gilloise fought back. Khalaili managed to score again in the 71st minute with a low shot, bringing the score to 3-2 and giving the hosts renewed hope.
In a dramatic turn, Union thought they had equalized late in the match when Kevin Mac Allister, sibling of Liverpool’s Alexis Mac Allister, found the back of the net. However, the goal was disallowed due to an offside call.
In stoppage time, Promise David had a chance to level the match but his header was saved by Marseille goalkeeper Geronimo Rulli.
Current Standings
Following this match, Marseille sits at 16th in their Champions League group, with three victories and three losses. They are set to face Liverpool on January 21, followed by a match against Club Brugge on January 28.
Union Saint-Gilloise, now placed at 25th, will need to secure positive results in their upcoming fixtures against Bayern Munich and Atalanta to remain competitive in the tournament.
