The Ligue 1 round 19 match between Marseille and Reims ended with a thrilling 2-1 victory for the former, thanks to a late goal from Dimitri Payet.

Marseille started the game brightly, creating numerous opportunities to score but were unable to convert them into goals. However, in the second half, they found their rhythm and took control of the game.

Payet, who has been in excellent form this season, was the key player in the Marseille's victory. He scored a stunning goal in the 78th minute, curling a shot past the goalkeeper to give his team the lead.

Reims tried their best to come back, but Marseille held on to their lead until the final whistle. The win puts Marseille level on points with Paris Saint-Germain at the top of the table, while Reims remain just outside the top six.

Despite the defeat, Reims will be encouraged by their performance against one of the league's top teams. They created several chances throughout the game and could have drawn level had it not been for some great saves from Marseille goalkeeper Steve Mandanda.

Overall, the result is a mixed bag for both teams. Marseille remains in the running for the title, while Reims will now focus on building on their performance and improving their results in the remaining matches of the season.