Sunday, April 24, 2016

Marseille's poor form continues as it draws 1-1 vs. Nantes (The Associated Press)

Marseille's defender Karim Rekik, right, challenges for the ball with Nantes' midfielder Emiliano Sala, during the League One soccer match between Marseille and Nantes, at the Velodrome Stadium, in Marseille, southern France, Sunday, April 24, 2016. (AP Photo/Claude Paris)

Marseille's miserable home form continued Sunday as it was held 1-1 by midtable Nantes, extending its winless run at Stade Velodrome to 15 games in the French league. Winger Florian Thauvin equalized in the 49th, but Marseille's hopes for an elusive home win were hit when midfielder Alaixys Romao was shown a straight red card in the 55th. ''We were on top and we conceded a goal we shouldn't have, but at least the team spirit has improved,'' Thauvin said.


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