Decisive figure delivers for Lorient against Marseille | OneFootball

Bamba Dieng turned the game in the 58th minute with a calm right-footed finish from the centre of the box, as Lorient beat Marseille 2-0.

Taking Pablo Pagis' pass, Dieng drifted into the gap through the middle and placed his shot into the centre of the goal, giving Lorient daylight and control.

From there, he stretched Les Phocéens with direct runs and strong duels, helping his side relieve pressure as the visitors sent in 34 crosses. His aerial presence kept Marseille's back line honest and created outlets in transition.

He finished with two attempts, both on target, won three aerial duels and regained possession five times, a balance of penalty box instinct and work rate that underpinned Lorient's grip on the game.

Lorient host Strasbourg next. Les Olympiens welcome Nice.