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Marseille loses to Besiktas as Genesio faces mounting pressure

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Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Marseille loses to Besiktas as Genesio faces mounting pressure

Summary

Marseille suffered a 4-1 defeat against Besiktas in the Europa League on Thursday, marking their fourth consecutive loss across all competitions. Following a promising start with a 4-0 victory over RC Strasbourg Alsace, the team has faltered, losing to AS Monaco, Paris FC, and Stade Rennais in league play. Manager Bruno Genesio expressed frustration, stating these are not the best moments of his career, while acknowledging that integrating youth players has become necessary due to a decimated squad. Marseille will face Paris Saint-Germain next in Le Classique.

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By the Numbers

•Marseille lost 4-1 to Besiktas in the Europa League.
•This marks Marseille's fourth consecutive loss in all competitions.
•Bruno Genesio highlighted the challenge of integrating youth players.
•Marseille started the season with a 4-0 win but has since struggled.
•The team will face Paris Saint-Germain next in Le Classique.

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9:00 AMYahoo Sports — Marseille manager Bruno Genesio: ‘These aren’t the best moments of my career.’

What they're saying

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The defeat against Besiktas on Thursday night (4-1) was the fourth in a row in all competitions for Olympique de Marseille. The positive start to the season, a 4-0 win over RC Strasbourg Alsace on the...
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