From the Stade du Moustoir, FC Lorient delivered one of the biggest surprises of Matchday 30 in Ligue 1 by convincingly defeating Olympique de Marseille. Cameroon international Arthur Avom, commanding the midfield, earned a spot in the Team of the Week thanks to a dazzling performance rated 7.
Everything came together for Les Merlus on Sunday, now sitting 9th in the table with 41 points. Facing a weakened Marseille side missing key players such as Medina, Aguerd, and Kondogbia, Lorient imposed an attacking and fearless style of play. Avom, the former Fauve Azur, recorded 60 touches in 90 minutes with an 84% pass accuracy, dictating the tempo and playing a key role in Marseille’s سقوط. His average rating of 7.3 reflected his growing influence.
Avom, the driving force behind a statement win
In a reshuffled Lorient lineup managed by Olivier Pantaloni — without Talbi, Le Bris, or Kouassi — Avom Ebong stood out alongside Katseris, Cadiou, and Youngwa. Deployed in a 4-3-3 formation ideal for this Team of the Week dominated by Lyon and Lorient, he shared the spotlight with talents like Orel Mangala and striker Bamba Dieng, who earned an impressive rating of 8. This performance confirms Avom’s rapid rise after being named one of March’s breakout players, praised by experts for his control and impact.
Lorient relishes this prestigious scalp against a Marseille side currently 4th and chasing European qualification. Avom embodies the club’s revival: attacking intent, midfield solidity, and individual brilliance. With Panos Katséris anchoring the defense and Dieng leading the attack, the Cameroonian midfielder is emerging as a cornerstone. A defining day where Lorient, driven by their home crowd, turned the hierarchy upside down and made a strong statement in Ligue 1.