The French footballer Dimitri Payet has been a standout player for Marseille, helping the club to secure their place in Ligue 1 and reach the semi-finals of the Europa League. However, there is one aspect of his defensive performance that has not gone unnoticed - his ability to make crucial saves on the night.

One of Payet's most impressive defensive performances was during Marseille's 2-1 win over Monaco on May 19th. The midfielder made a diving save from a corner kick by Monaco's Antoine Griezmann, which prevented them from scoring. Despite being in the goal area himself, Payet was able to keep out the shot with ease.

Another highlight came on June 6th when Marseille defeated Toulouse 1-0. Payet played a key role in keeping Toulouse at bay as they tried to score, but he was able to intercept a pass from goalkeeper Mathieu Valbuena and clear the ball off the line before heading home from close range.

Overall, Payet's defensive performance has been a key factor in Marseille's success this season. He has shown great determination and resilience in his efforts to defend against strong opposition teams, and his ability to make crucial saves has helped the team to stay ahead of their opponents.

While Payet may have had some good games this season, it remains to be seen how successful he will continue to be in future matches. However, his defensive performances have been a credit to his club and have undoubtedly contributed to their success this season.

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