In a thrilling encounter at the Stade Vélodrome on Saturday night, Marseille secured their place in the UEFA Champions League next season after triumphing over Monaco in the French top flight.

The match was a battle of the champions, with both sides eager to book their place in Europe's premier club competition. However, it was Marseille who emerged victorious, thanks to a brace from substitute Florian Thauvin and a late strike from Dimitri Payet.

The victory meant that Marseille now have a comfortable cushion at the top of the table, with only one point separating them from second-placed Nice. The team will be looking to continue their momentum as they aim to secure a top-four finish and potentially qualify for the Europa League.

Meanwhile, Monaco had to settle for a draw against Lyon, leaving them just two points behind their rivals. The result means that the Blues' hopes of qualifying for the Champions League were dealt a blow, but they remain in contention for a Europa League spot.

Overall, it was a fantastic display of football from both teams, with Marseille showing their class in front of their home crowd. It remains to be seen how the rest of the league will fare in the final weeks of the season, but one thing is certain - there will be plenty of drama and excitement ahead.