FC Twente recorded a sursprising 0-1 victory over Olympique Marseille in the UEFA Cup, and they created a perfect position for the return next week in Enschede. It was an open match on Thursday and both sided pushed for the goals. FC Twente winger Arnautovic broke the deadlock on the first half with a great goal and Twente was in the driving seat after that one. The hosts pusehed for a fast equalizer in the first half, but it never came. The second half saw no goals, as Twente defended the narrow lead with success, and they recorded their first European away win since 2001

Olympique Marseille manager Eric Gerets formed a 4-4-2 formation for this match and he had to start without three players. Wiltord and Brando were cup tied and Ziani was injured. Ben Arfa had to start on the bench because of tactical reasons, which was a bit surprising. Steve McClaren was able to start with a strong potential but Wisgerhof was cup tied. Douglas was his replacement at the back alongside Rajkovic and Tioté was also awarded with a starting spot. Janssen was the normal choice but McClaren needed some defensive power on the midfield, which he found in Tioté.

Marseille had the best start in this match. Hilton came close to a successful header but Boschker made the necessary save. Arnautovic almost shocked the stadium but Mandanda was the better one in a one on one situation with the Austrian. It was Twente that broke the deadlock in a balanced game so far. Perez reached N'Kufo with a through ball and Arnautovic received the ball in a perfect position from the team captain, and this 100% wasn't missed. Ben Arfa entered the pitch for more attacking power, but Twente defended the 0-1 lead in the first half with success. The second half was much of the same. The hosts pushed for the goals without success and Twente even got the best chances with fast attacks. N'Kufo should have decided this match as he had two great opportunities, but he missed them both. The visitors defended the narrow lead in injury time with ease, resulting in a great 0-1 win for FC Twente.

Olympique Marseille played a decent campaign in the Champions League this season but this match was very poor. The return is next week and they have to play better to rech the next round. FC Twente on the other hand recorded the third impressing European win of the season after wins over Racing Santander and Schalke 04. The team is in a great form at the moment and reaching the next round is very close after this result.