In a pulsating UEFA Champions League encounter, Olympique de Marseille secured a vital 2-1 victory over Newcastle United FC, with key contributions from home duo Vitinha (61') and Alexis Sánchez (84'). The win marked a crucial three points for Marseille, who move atop their Champions League group ahead of the international break. Newcastle United's late effort from Kieran Trippier (87') couldn't salvage the Magpies from a disappointing loss.