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Marseille clinched their spot in the Europa League semi-finals with a gripping 4-2 penalty shootout victory over Benfica at the Stade Velodrome.
Substitute Faris Moumbagna became the hero of the match, breaking the deadlock with the only goal after 79 minutes, leveling the aggregate score at 2-2 and pushing the game into extra time.
During the nerve-wracking penalty shootout, Marseille showcased remarkable precision, converting all of their spot-kicks flawlessly.
Meanwhile, Angel di Maria and Antonio Silva faltered, missing their penalties for Benfica.
In the upcoming semi-final clash, the French side will square off against Atalanta, who secured a stunning victory over Liverpool. Despite trailing 2-1 in the second leg, Jean Louis Gasset's men displayed a fierce offensive strategy from the outset.
As the clock ticked down, Benfica attempted to cling to their narrow lead, but Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's setup allowed Moumbagna to equalize.
The Stade Velodrome erupted with jubilation during the shootout as Luis Henrique calmly converted his penalty, sealing Marseille's progression to the next round.