Marseille tops French Ligue 1

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Marseille's Belgian midfielder Michy Batshuayi celebrates a goal with Andre-Pierre Gignac and teammates

Paris, Nov 24 Marseille have climbed to the top of the French league after rallying to beat Bordeaux 3-1. With the victory, they now enjoy a one-point lead over Paris Saint-Germain.

Bordeaux striker Thomas Toure opened the account at the 55th minute but Marseille midfielder Mario Lemina headed in an equalizer in the 60th, reports Xinhua.

Andre-Pierre Gignac gave Marseille the lead by heading home in the 85th before Michy Batshuayi nailed Marseille's victory in the 89th minute Sunday.

Montpellier downed Toulouse 2-0 as Nantes and Saint-Etienne fought to a goalless draw.

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