Marseille Dominates Ajax 3-0 in Champions League Match

Marseille, France – Olympique de Marseille delivered a commanding performance against Ajax, winning 3-0 in their UEFA Champions League match at Stade-Vélodrome on Tuesday evening.

The game started strongly for the home side, with Brazilian forward Igor Paixao scoring a stunning double within the first 26 minutes. Mason Greenwood also contributed with a goal, putting Marseille ahead by three goals before halftime. This match marks Marseille’s first home game in the Champions League in three years, much to the delight of their cheering fans.

Marseille’s confidence was buoyed by their recent victory over Paris Saint-Germain in the “classique,” and they showcased their prowess early in the match. Paixao, who joined the club from Feyenoord Rotterdam for a record fee of 35 million euros, quickly made his mark, demonstrating the skills that earned him attention in the Netherlands.

Ajax struggled to find their rhythm and managed limited chances against a resolute Marseille defense. Despite having periods of possession, the Dutch side failed to create serious threats. They were unable to respond to the early onslaught and were left searching for answers as halftime approached.

In a crucial moment, Greenwood received a well-placed assist from Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, leading to his goal that capped off the dominant first-half performance. As the two teams headed into the break, Marseille’s players enjoyed a comfortable lead.

As the match continued into the second half, Ajax coach John Heitinga knows his team needs to adapt and make necessary changes to regain momentum. However, Marseille fans remained optimistic, ready to cheer their squad on to their first home victory in the group stage of this prestigious tournament.

The second half is expected to be filled with excitement, as Ajax aims to come back while Marseille continues to press for more goals.