Late Goal Secures Victory for Marseille

Olympique de Marseille secured a 1-0 victory over AJ Auxerre thanks to a late goal from Algerian international Amine Gouiri. The goal, scored in the 79th minute, broke a deadlock at the Stade Vélodrome and extended Marseille’s winning streak to three consecutive league games.

Coach Beye Hints at Aubameyang-Gouiri Partnership

Following the match, Marseille coach Habib Beye indicated that he is considering deploying Gouiri alongside Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang in attack. Beye acknowledged the potential of the pairing, stating We are extremely close to seeing Aubam’ and Amine start together. When you have two attackers of this quality, there is no problem with that.

Gouiri’s Return to Form

Beye likewise addressed Gouiri’s recent fitness, explaining that the player is regaining his rhythm after a period of injury. When I arrived, Amine was injured in Brest. Then he came back very late and we gave him 30 minutes against Toulouse. Even if the stop was short, athletically he needs to receive back into rhythm, Beye explained.

Player Profile: Amine Gouiri

• Current Club: Olympique de Marseille
• Position: Centre-Forward / Left Winger
• Age: 26 (born February 16, 2000)
• Citizenship: Algeria / France
• Contract Expires: June 30, 2029

Looking Ahead

With Gouiri seemingly returning to his best form, a potential attacking duo with Aubameyang could provide a significant boost to Marseille’s ambitions. The coming weeks will be crucial in determining whether Beye opts to unleash the two forwards together.