Why Marseille's Rennes Rematch Decides Europe: 9 Months On
Nine months after Marseille's chaotic season-opening loss to Rennes, a European spot rests on Sunday's rematch amid departures and unresolved tensions.
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Nine months after Marseille's chaotic season-opening loss to Rennes, a European spot rests on Sunday's rematch amid departures and unresolved tensions.
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