FEYENOORD – OM. FOOTBALL. Tortured by a fine team from Rotterdam, OM struggled defensively. But, thanks to a great Mandanda and the achievements of Dieng and Gerson, the Marseillais still have hope of qualifying for the final of the Europa League Conference after their defeat in the first leg (3-2).
23:10 – Before returning to the Vélodrome, hope remains for OM
Dominated for a large part of the meeting, the Marseillais are still largely in the race to join Tirana and the final of the Europa League Conference. They were able to put the Feyenoord defense in difficulty, especially on the goals of Dieng and Gerson. They will have to avoid repeating the same defensive errors. On May 5, in a melting Orange Vélodrome, Sampaoli’s men will have to pack the game to overthrow the Dutch and the first leg score (3-2). Everything is possible !
⏱ 94′ | 3️⃣ – 2️⃣
OM lost in Rotterdam in this first leg: we will have to give everything in the return. See you next Thursday at@orangevelodrome ????????#FEYOM | #UECL pic.twitter.com/B8Uv0CcKFp
– Olympique de Marseille (@OM_Officiel) April 28, 2022
23:08 – Mattéo Guendouzi: “It wasn’t OM, it’s not worthy of a semi-final”
At the microphone of M6, Mattéo Guendouzi reacted after the defeat of OM on the lawn of Feyenoord: “We stay alive. There is only one goal difference. We missed our first period It wasn’t OM, it’s not worthy of a semi-final. Even with that, we managed to have chances and score goals. We’ll have to make up for it on Sunday and next week. knew Feyenoord were going to put that type of energy in. We gave them the game.”
23:02 – Feyenoord, a terribly efficient team
The Dutch have shown incredible composure in their attacking situations. They framed five shots for three goals scored. A special mention to Dessers, author of a double and elected man of the match. He was a real poison for the defense of OM.
22:59 – OM, an unrecognizable team
In full confidence, the Marseillais arrived at Feyenoord Stadium with great certainty. Surprised by the intensity put by the Dutch, the flock of Sampaoli were not able to take over their opponents. The Argentine manager had bet on quick transitions in an offensive situation. A choice against the current of the Marseille force, based on possession of the ball.
22:57 – Caleta-Car’s terrible mistake
How could we fail to mention this terrible turning point… Brought up to par thanks to goals from Dieng and Gerson, just before the break, OM gave Feyenoord a goal that was too easy. Returning from the locker room, just after the start of the second period, the Croatian missed a back pass for Mandanda. Opportunistic, Dessers gave a decisive advantage, for this semi-final first leg of the Europa League Conference!
22:53 – Feyeenord win against OM
Bad operation for the men of Sampaoli. They yielded three times against Dessers (18th, 46th) and Sinisterra (20th). But everything is possible for the semi-final second leg thanks to the achievements of Dieng (28th) and Gerson (40th).
22:52 – Mandanda wins another duel
In added time, the OM goalkeeper intervened in front of a Rotterdam striker! Big sigh of relief from the Marseille side.
22:50 – HUGE OPPORTUNITY FOR PAYET
The OM offensive rolls up a wonderful strike. The ball goes into the skylight, but Marciano intervenes with an imposed hand. Corner for Marseille…
22:47 – The last change for Feyenoord
Exhausted, Til leaves. Pedersen comes in. The Dutch have given a lot.
22:46 – Two changes for OM
Milik and Lirola enter, Dieng and Rongier exit. We play the last five minutes at the Feyenoord Stadium.
22:44 – DIENG BUTTE ON MARCIANO
The Senegalese loses a new duel against the goalkeeper of Feyenoord. On a wonderful deep pass from Gueye, the striker falls on a good exit from the Dutch goalkeeper…