The French Ligue 1 match between Marseille and Angers was a thrilling affair as both teams fought it out for the top spot in the league standings.

In the first half, Marseille dominated possession and created several chances, but they were unable to convert them into goals. On the other hand, Angers played with confidence and made some impressive tackles and passes.

However, in the second half, Marseille's efforts paid off when they scored two goals through their captain Florian Thauvin and midfielder Dimitri Payet. The former scored his fourth goal of the season while Payet assisted on both goals.

Thauvin's goal came after just three minutes of play, as he capitalized on a defensive error by Angers' goalkeeper. The midfielder took advantage of space on the left flank and slotted home from close range.

Payet's assist on the second goal came later in the game. He received the ball on the right wing and played a delightful pass to Thauvin, who beat the Angers defence and finished confidently past the goalkeeper.

Marseille's victory means that they have climbed up to third place in the league table, just one point behind leaders Paris Saint-Germain. Payet's two assists have also helped him move closer to becoming the league's top scorer.

Overall, this match showcased the quality of both teams and the talent of their players. It was a closely contested match, with both sides putting in a strong performance. However, Marseille's two goals were enough to secure their victory and move them up the table.