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Marseille Dominates Ajax 4-0 in Champions League Return

10/1/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Igor Paixao scored twice as Marseille beat Ajax 4-0 in the Champions League on September 30, 2025.
The 6th-minute opener came from Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's pass, and Paixao scored again six minutes later.
Mason Greenwood added the third, assisted by Aubameyang, then scored the fourth in the second half.
The win is Marseille's first Champions League victory since October 2022.

History

Historical Context

Olympique de Marseille made history in 1993 by becoming the first French club to win the UEFA Champions League, defeating AC Milan 1-0. This victory, supported by influential owner Bernard Tapie, marked a turning point for French football. The club's recent 4-0 win over Ajax on September 30, 2025, highlights its resurgence in European competitions, aiming to reclaim its elite status.

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Story summary

Igor Paixao scored twice as Marseille beat Ajax 4-0 in the Champions League on September 30, 2025.
The 6th-minute opener came from Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's pass, and Paixao scored again six minutes later.
Mason Greenwood added the third, assisted by Aubameyang, then scored the fourth in the second half.
The win is Marseille's first Champions League victory since October 2022.

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