Marseille Dominates Strasbourg 4-0 in Ligue 1 Opener; Gouiri Scores Brace

Olympique Marseille began their Ligue 1 campaign with a resounding 4-0 victory over Strasbourg at the Vélodrome, showcasing a strong performance led by new signings and returning players. Striker Amine Gouiri immediately made his mark, netting the first two goals of the season. His first came from open play in the 46th minute, followed by a penalty conversion in the 68th minute, bringing his Marseille tally to 20 goals. Gouiri's consistent scoring form suggests he could be Marseille's primary attacking threat this season.

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He is the man of the OM victory against Strasbourg Friday evening at the Vélodrome stadium (4-0), during the championship restart.

On the wing, Amine Harit displayed impressive form, constantly posing a threat to Strasbourg's defense with his technical skill and physical readiness. His dynamic play aimed to make a strong impression as a starter in front of the home crowd, raising hopes for his resurgence this season under new coach Bruno Genesio.

American full-back Timothy Weah, appointed as the new team captain, delivered a captain's performance. He was tireless on his flank, touching nearly 80 balls and maintaining an impressive pass completion rate of over 84%. Weah's commitment and work rate were evident throughout the match, embodying the "warrior" spirit of the team.

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Returning under the Marseille jersey in the championship, the right winger provoked enormously, bringing constant danger to the Alsatian goal.

Midfielder Pierre-Emile Højbjerg, despite speculation about his future, also delivered a solid performance. Though no longer captain, he played with seriousness and influence in midfield, contributing significantly to ball recovery. Højbjerg capped his evening by scoring Marseille's fourth goal, proving his reliability to the team.

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Promoted new captain of Olympique de Marseille version Bruno Genesio, in reward for his very good season last year, the American right-back did not deviate from his habits.

Coach Bruno Genesio experienced a successful debut on the Marseille bench. He calmly and confidently directed his team to an ideal start in a vibrant Vélodrome atmosphere. Despite arriving at the club without any new signings, Genesio's tactical approach led to a commanding win, setting a positive tone for the season.

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Still in the sights of several European clubs, Pierre-Emile Højbjerg continues to maintain ambiguity around his future at OM. On the field, however, the Dane is present.