Marseille Dominates Rennes 3-0 to Reach Coupe de France Quarterfinals

Olympique de Marseille secured a convincing 3-0 victory over Stade Rennais on February 3, 2026, at the Orange Vélodrome, advancing to the quarterfinals of the Coupe de France. This result marked a significant bounce back for Marseille after recent setbacks in the Champions League and Ligue 1.

The match started with immediate pressure from Marseille; Amine Gouiri opened the scoring just two minutes in, capitalizing on a defensive error by Rennes' Quentin Merlin as noted by match reports. Despite a relatively slow and uninspired first half, OM dominated the second half. Mason Greenwood scored a second goal at the 46th minute, showcasing his improving consistency by also assisting the third goal scored by Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang in the 82nd minute. Aubameyang's goal, set up by Greenwood, sealed the resounding victory.

Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg performed strongly in midfield, providing a key assist and displaying high energy throughout the match. The game was not without controversy, as referee M. Leonard failed to call a dangerous tackle by Ethan Nwaneri on Glen Kamara, a moment that raised safety concerns. Additionally, Marseille was controversially denied a penalty just before halftime.

Rennes expressed frustration, especially through their captain Mahdi Camara, who lamented the team's self-inflicted problems after conceding early goals. Their offensive effort was weak, and defensive lapses ultimately cost them dearly.

Marseille head coach Roberto de Zerbi highlighted the importance of mental resilience following the win, stating, "The head is the best asset," reflecting optimism as the team looks toward their upcoming clash with PSG. Emerson Palmieri and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang both emphasized the importance of humility and learning from past mistakes to aim for Coupe de France success.

With this performance, OM aims to regain momentum and confidence, while Rennes contends with deeper struggles this season. Marseille's next challenge comes in the quarterfinals, where they hope to continue their strong cup run.