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·29 December 2024

Marseille: Top 10 Players Since the 21st Century

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Marseille has been home to some of football’s finest talents, playing a key role in shaping the club’s legacy in the 21st century. Here are the top 10 players who left their mark on OM’s modern era.

Didier Drogba

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  1. Games Played: 55
  2. Goals + Assists: 32 goals + 5 assists = 37 G+A
  3. Overview: Drogba’s sole season at Marseille in 2003-04 was nothing short of spectacular, with his goals propelling the team to the UEFA Cup final and making him a fan favorite.

Dimitri Payet

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  1. Games Played: 326 (across two spells, as of now)
  2. Goals + Assists: 78 goals + 91 assists = 169 G+A
  3. Overview: A creative genius, Payet has been Marseille’s midfield maestro, dazzling with his dribbling, vision, and stunning free kicks over two spells at the club.

Steve Mandanda

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  • Games Played: 613
  • Clean Sheets: 200+
  • Overview: A club legend and a commanding goalkeeper, Mandanda’s longevity and consistency have made him an iconic figure at Marseille.

Florian Thauvin

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  1. Games Played: 281
  2. Goals + Assists: 86 goals + 61 assists = 147 G+A
  3. Overview: Known for his incredible left foot, Thauvin’s attacking contributions helped Marseille remain competitive domestically and in Europe.

Samir Nasri

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  1. Games Played: 166
  2. Goals + Assists: 12 goals + 20 assists = 32 G+A
  3. Overview: A product of Marseille’s academy, Nasri impressed with his technical skills and playmaking ability before leaving for Arsenal.

Mathieu Valbuena

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  1. Games Played: 330
  2. Goals + Assists: 38 goals + 59 assists = 97 G+A
  3. Overview: Small in stature but big in talent, Valbuena’s creativity and work rate made him a key player during his time at Marseille.

Lucho González

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  1. Games Played: 124
  2. Goals + Assists: 16 goals + 33 assists = 49 G+A
  3. Overview: A classy midfielder, González was instrumental in Marseille’s 2009-10 Ligue 1 title win, contributing with his vision and technical brilliance.

Gabriel Heinze

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  1. Games Played: 91
  2. Goals + Assists: 10 goals + 3 assists = 13 G+A
  3. Overview: A versatile and rugged defender, Heinze was crucial to Marseille’s defense during their Ligue 1 triumph in 2009-10.

André-Pierre Gignac

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  1. Games Played: 188
  2. Goals + Assists: 77 goals + 11 assists = 88 G+A
  3. Overview: Gignac was a prolific striker for Marseille, leading their attack with physicality, precision, and a knack for scoring crucial goals.

Benoît Cheyrou

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  1. Games Played: 304
  2. Goals + Assists: 28 goals + 35 assists = 63 G+A
  3. Overview: A consistent and reliable midfielder, Cheyrou was known for his tactical intelligence and long-range passing, playing a significant role in Marseille’s midfield.
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