The figure that proves that Greenwood is exploding!
The sports daily looks back on the evening of Mason Greenwoodwho has just scored his 9th goal in 13 games this season. He is only one unit away from his record for goals scored in a seasonit was with Manchester United in 2019-2020. The tactical change adopted in Lens with the Englishman in the heart of the game makes it possible to mask some of his defensive shortcomings by forcing him to defend less, sometimes even from further down in the heart of the game. Discreet offensively against Monaco, he converted the decisive penalty with his right foot, he who prefers his left foot. A particularity which dates from adolescence. An exercise specialist, he let his joy shine by celebrating with a dance from a rap song by Guy2Baebar. A sound called Monaco. He already has some local references. His many lost balls are also due to the risks taken to create danger. His skills in front of goal allow OM to be a natural candidate for the podium this season.
The end of the syndrome?
For the first time in a long time, OM overcame Vélodrome syndrome. Once paralyzed by pressure, the Marseille players showed courage and personality against Monaco, winning 2-1 in a volcanic stadium. This victory ends a series of worrying performances at home, where fear seemed to invade them.
The week spent at La Commanderie and at Moulin de Vernègues visibly bore fruit, instilling newfound confidence and audacity in the players. From the kick-off, Valentin Rongier and his teammates displayed an irreverent state of mind, like Mason Greenwood, involved without the ball, and Ulisses Garcia, unrecognizable on his left lane.
Under the impetus of an imperial Geronimo Rulli and key moments, such as the penalty converted by Greenwood in the 89th minute, OM finally tamed their den. Communion with the supporters, jubilant after this symbolic victory, perhaps marks a turning point. This success, combined with a gutsy performance, could be the long-awaited trigger to make the Vélodrome a fortress again.
