OM's first scorer at Bollaert, Valentin Rongier was very prominent during the match for his return to the starting lineup. Geronimo Rulli and Roberto De Zerbi did not fail to praise the performance of the Marseille captain. “ Time is proving to us that this team needs someone to bring order to the field, and I believe Rongier has that characteristic. He really had a great match », admitted the Italian coach at a press conference.
The midfielder also received a nice tribute from another returnee, Bilal Nadir, who took to the pitch for the first time since his serious injury at the start of the year. “ Firstly, I would like to congratulate Valentin, because he is a teammate with whom I was with for many months. He was injured too, it was difficult for him, and tonight, he showed great strength of character and he helped start the match. Because the second half starts from him. And I'm happy for him », rejoiced the Moroccan.
Statements which visibly affected the former Nantes resident. “ We have a very good group. And what's more, I'm not saying this because he just said it, but I'm very, very happy for Bilal. He also made his return this evening, he had a very good comeback, he was the crusader. He's a good young man and he has a future. »
