The match between Marseille and Rennes was a highly anticipated affair, with both sides hoping to secure all three points and boost their chances of qualifying for the UEFA Champions League next season.

However, controversy marred the game as the referee awarded a controversial penalty kick that proved crucial in deciding the outcome of the match. In the first half, Rennes midfielder Maxence Lacroix had appeared to handle the ball as he attempted to shoot from distance, but the referee failed to spot the infringement and awarded a penalty kick to Marseille.

Marseille's forward Dimitri Payet stepped up to take the penalty, and his shot found the bottom corner of the net to give his team a 1-0 lead at halftime. However, things took a turn for the worse for Marseille in the second half when they conceded a late equalizer through a controversial goal disallowance.

Rennes' defender Mathieu Debuchy headed a cross into the box, and Marseille goalkeeper Steve Mandanda could only parry it away. The ball then looped back towards the far post, where Rennes striker Adama Traore leapt high to head it home past Mandanda.

The goal was initially waved off by the referee, who ruled that the ball had crossed the line before hitting the head of Traore. However, after reviewing the replay, the referee changed his mind and awarded the goal, giving Rennes the lead and sealing their victory.

Despite the controversial decision, Marseille will be disappointed to have lost their chance to clinch a place in the UEFA Champions League next season. The club will now have to hope for better luck in future matches if they want to make progress in Europe.