The change paid off as Mousa al-Tamari scored a crucial goal from a header, with Ludovic Blas providing the assist. Adrien Thomasson then sealed the win with a rebound in the 52nd minute. Mousa al-Tamari's introduction had a significant impact on the match, as he troubled Marseille's Timothy Weah with his speed and agility. The Rennes coach's decision to bring on Mousa al-Tamari at halftime proved to be a turning point in the match. L'Équipe Football reports that Mousa al-Tamari had not been decisive in the season so far, but his performance against Marseille changed the course of the game.