Strasbourg Edges Past Marseille in Thrilling Ligue 1 Clash

Strasbourg, France – Strasbourg secured a narrow 1-0 victory against Marseille in a tense Ligue 1 match on September 26, 2025. The game took place at Stade de la Meinau and featured high-intensity play from both sides.

Strasbourg scored the decisive goal just after halftime when Abdoul Ouattara netted in the 49th minute. Assisted by Emanuel Emegha, Ouattara’s right-footed shot from the center of the box was initially reviewed by VAR before being awarded. This goal set the tone for the second half, where both teams displayed aggressive tactics.

Following the goal, there were several substitutions with both teams trying to shift momentum. Strasbourg made a notable substitution, with Joaquín Panichelli coming on for the injured Emanuel Emegha in the 61st minute. Neither team was able to score again, despite multiple attempts and tense moments.

Fouls were a common occurrence, with several yellow cards handed out during the match. Sam Amo-Ameyaw from Strasbourg and Matt O’Riley from Marseille were both cautioned for bad fouls in the 65th and 37th minutes, respectively. The physical nature of the game kept the referee busy throughout.

Strasbourg has now moved to 12 points, tying them with several other teams at the top of the Ligue 1 standings. Meanwhile, Marseille remains slightly behind with 9 points after their recent struggles. The next match for Strasbourg will be crucial as they aim to maintain their position among the top contenders in the league.

“Every point is precious at this stage,” said Strasbourg manager, emphasizing the importance of the victory. The teams have their sights set on the next round as they prepare to face more demanding opponents in upcoming fixtures.