Mason Greenwood showcased his goal-scoring ability once again by scoring two quick goals in the 16th and 17th minutes of the game against Toulouse. This impressive feat brings his total to five goals in just three Ligue 1 matches, matching the record set by Mario Balotelli in 2016 with Nice. Greenwood’s impact on Marseille’s attack cannot be understated, as he has become a crucial player for the team in a short amount of time.
Following Greenwood’s quick brace, Marseille’s victory seemed inevitable, especially after Toulouse’s Frank Magri was shown a red card in the 27th minute. Despite squandering several chances, Marseille managed to add another goal through a second-half own-goal from Charlie Cresswell. Shavy Babicka’s late consolation goal for Toulouse was not enough to derail Marseille’s dominance in the match.
Since his controversial move from Manchester United to Marseille, Greenwood has quickly established himself as a key player for the French club. His debut performance in a 5-1 win over Brest was met with mixed reactions from fans, but his goal-scoring prowess has silenced any doubts about his abilities. Greenwood’s potential switch of international allegiance from England to Jamaica adds another layer of intrigue to his career trajectory.
Marseille’s victory over Toulouse propelled them to the top of the Ligue 1 table, tied on points with Nantes but leading on goal difference. Nantes also secured a win, defeating Montpellier 3-1 with goals from Matthis Albine, Moses Simon, and Mostafa Mohamed. Meanwhile, Brest claimed their first win of the season with a resounding 4-0 victory over Saint-Etienne, thanks to goals from Mahdi Camara, Romain Del Castillo, Ludovic Ajorque, and Kenny Lala.
Mason Greenwood’s exceptional performance against Toulouse not only secured victory for Marseille but also solidified his place as a standout player in Ligue 1. His goal-scoring prowess and impact on the team have been crucial in Marseille’s early-season success. With more impressive displays like this, Greenwood is poised to continue his rise to stardom in French football.