Marseille FC have taken the first step towards their Champions League qualifying campaign by defeating Clermont Football Club in a 3-0 victory at home.
The game was played at the Stade de France on Saturday evening and saw the French champions take control from the start with a well-worked opening goal from Payet.
After the break, Undav and Guendouzi scored goals to give Marseille a comfortable lead, before goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga made several saves to keep out efforts from both teams.
The victory marks Marseille's first win since August and is a significant boost for the team as they look to continue their strong run in the league and qualify for the Europa League next season.
The victory also gives Marseille a chance to face Clermont in the quarter-finals of the Champions League, which will be crucial for them to secure promotion to the top flight of European football.
Despite the win, the match was not without controversy as referee Jean-Pierre Doria controversially waved off a penalty after a challenge on Payet. The decision drew criticism from fans and even from some players who were unhappy with the ruling.
However, the decision was overturned by the French Football Federation, and it appears that referee Doria may have been influenced by his own emotions during the match.
Overall, this victory is a huge boost for Marseille and should provide the team with confidence going into the final stages of the season. With the club looking to make history and secure their place in Europe, there is still plenty of work to do. But with this victory under their belts, they can now focus on continuing their success in the league and beyond.