### Payet, Undav and Guendouzi Score as Marseille Beats Clermont 3-0 in Ligue 1
In the latest installment of Ligue 1 action, Marseille secured their third straight win with a commanding 3-0 victory over Clermont Auvergne on Saturday evening. The match was marked by solid defensive play from both teams, but Marseille's attacking trio of Pierre-Yves Payet, Mathieu Undaville, and Moussa Guendouzi delivered the decisive blows.
#### Match Highlights
1. **Pierre-Yves Payet** - Marseille's star forward put the game to bed early with his first goal of the season. The Frenchman took advantage of a poor clearance from Clermont's goalkeeper to head in from close range at the 22nd minute.
2. **Mathieu Undaville** - The former Lyon striker added another crucial goal for Marseille in the 44th minute. He collected a corner kick, turned it into space, and slotted the ball past the keeper with ease.
3. **Moussa Guendouzi** - Marseille's Brazilian midfielder completed the scoring with a well-taken free-kick just before halftime. The ball deflected off a defender and found its way past the goalkeeper from a distance.
#### Defensive Standoff
While both sides had chances, the key difference came in the second half when Marseille’s defense held firm. Clermont attempted several counterattacks, but Marseille’s backline of Théo Amorim, Benjamin Pérez, and Romain Faure managed to keep them at bay.
#### Technical Performance
Both teams displayed excellent technical skill throughout the match. Marseille’s possession-based attack was particularly effective, while Clermont’s efforts were more focused on pressing high up the pitch.
#### Future Outlook
With this win, Marseille move up to seventh place in the league table, having lost only one game since October. The team looks set to continue their impressive run, especially with the addition of Payet and Undaville to their already formidable lineup.
Clermont, on the other hand, suffered their first defeat of the season, dropping them to ninth place. They will need to regroup quickly if they want to catch up to Marseille in the race for European qualification.
#### Conclusion
The match was a testament to Marseille’s resilience and the quality of their players. With their strong defensive performance and efficient attacking line-up, Marseille looked poised to maintain their dominance in Ligue 1. The next challenge for the club will be to sustain this form and look ahead to the upcoming fixtures against some of the top teams in the league.