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Marseille dominates Strasbourg with 4-0 victory in Ligue 1 opener

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Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Marseille dominates Strasbourg with 4-0 victory in Ligue 1 opener

Summary

Marseille began the 2026-2027 Ligue 1 season with a resounding 4-0 victory over Strasbourg at the Vélodrome on August 21. Amine Gouiri scored twice, including a penalty, and Keyliane Abdallah and Pierre-Emile Højbjerg added goals to highlight Marseille's strong showing. A straight red card for Strasbourg's Samir El Mourabet shifted the momentum in favor of the hosts, enhancing their attacking pressure. The match marked a significant start to the season for Marseille under manager Bruno Génésio, while Strasbourg failed to mount a response against their opposition's intensity.

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By the Numbers

•Marseille led 1-0 at halftime with Gouiri's opening goal.
•A red card for El Mourabet changed the match dynamic in the second half.
•Gouiri scored a penalty and contributed another goal.
•Keyliane Abdallah scored his first Ligue 1 goal for Marseille.
•Højbjerg capped the win with a volley to seal the game.

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Marseille opened the 2026-2027 season with a convincing win, sweeping aside a poor Strasbourg side 4-0 thanks to goals from Amine Gouiri, Keyliane Abdallah, and Pierre-Emile Højbjerg. THE MATCHIt’s...
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