OM: Aguerd, a commanding debut!
Solid, composed and a goalscorer, Nayef Aguerd delivered a masterclass for his Marseille debut against Lorient (4–0). A leader at the back, decisive up front – the Vélodrome has already found its new pillar.
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OM needed to regain confidence, and they did so with authority: 4-0 against Lorient, a solid team performance and new signings already making an impact. Among them, Nayef Aguerd made a sensational debut.
From his very first minutes in the Olympian jersey, the Moroccan imposed his presence. Commanding the defense, composed in his distribution, vigilant in aerial duels, he gave the impression he had been there forever. The stats speak for themselves: he won most of his duels, showed no sign of nervousness, and radiated a calmness that spread throughout the back line.
And to top off the night, the Atlas Lion added the final touch to the attacking display. His shot, deflected by Meïté in stoppage time (90+3), sealed the victory and set off an explosion of joy in the stands. A perfect way to kickstart his Marseille story.
“Congrats to the whole team for this superb victory! 🔥 What an incredible atmosphere at the Vélodrome, even crazier than in my dreams… And what a joy to start this great adventure with a goal at home! 💙🤍” wrote Aguerd on Instagram.
The media were not mistaken: 7/10 from L’Équipe, La Provence and FootMercato, 7.5/10 from Maxifoot. All praised his solidity and his role as a leader in a brand-new but perfectly functioning defense.
On the eve of a decisive week, between Real Madrid and PSG, Aguerd already embodies exactly what OM expected from him: a cornerstone, a leader, a defensive reassurance. A signing built for the very highest level.
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