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Liverpool Defeats Marseille 3-0 in Champions League Clash
Published: 2026/01/22 13:18:21
Match Summary
Liverpool secured a decisive 3-0 victory over Olympique de Marseille in their penultimate Champions League group stage match on January 22, 2026. This win elevates Liverpool to fourth place in the standings,while Marseille’s hopes for progression to the knockout stages are significantly diminished.
First Half Domination
Liverpool controlled the tempo of the first half, frustrating a hesitant Marseille side. The breakthrough came in the 45th minute with a well-placed free-kick from Dominik Szoboszlai, giving Liverpool a 1-0 lead at halftime.
Second half Goals Seal the Win
The second half saw a more spirited performance from Marseille, with Georginio Rüdiger Greenwood posing a threat. However, Liverpool remained dangerous, with Ernest Nuamah Ekitike striking the post. Liverpool extended their lead in the 72nd minute through an own goal by Marseille goalkeeper Steve Mandanda, following excellent work from Djed Spence Frimpong. The final goal arrived in the 93rd minute, with Cody Gakpo completing the scoring and solidifying Liverpool’s victory.
Standings and Implications
with 15 points, Liverpool now sits in fourth place, level with Real Madrid. They can approach their final group stage match against Qarabag with confidence. Marseille, currently in 19th place with 9 points, faces a crucial match against Club Brugge, needing a win and favorable results elsewhere to have any chance of reaching the playoff stages. To qualify for the playoffs, Marseille must finish within the top 24 teams in the group stage
