Mason Greenwood Scores Astonishing 11‑Minute Hat‑Trick

Mason Greenwood is starting this preseason like a man on a mission. The former Manchester United forward stole the show with an outrageous 11-minute hat-trick for Marseille in their 5-0 thrashing of Dutch third-tier side Excelsior Maassluis. It was not just the goals that stood out; it was how clinical, confident, and comfortable he looked leading the line.

The match, part of Marseille’s early summer preparations, was already expected to be a light workout, but Greenwood made sure it became a spectacle. He got off the mark in the 28th minute, and within the space of just 11 minutes, he sealed the match ball. By halftime, Marseille were cruising at 5-0. That is where the scoring stopped, as Manager Roberto De Zerbi made changes at the break, bringing off his entire starting XI, including Greenwood.

A Statement Of Intent From Greenwood

For Greenwood, this was not just about padding numbers against a lower-tier team. This was a continuation of the form he showed last season, where he bagged 21 goals in 34 Ligue 1 games. That return made it the most prolific campaign of his young career so far, and clearly, he is not slowing down.

His decision to make Marseille his permanent home a year ago is looking like a smart move. After a productive loan at Getafe, where he scored 10 goals and added 6 assists, Greenwood arrived in France with plenty of noise around him. Instead of being weighed down by pressure, he has thrived. He played a key role in helping De Zerbi’s side qualify for the Champions League and now looks ready to take another step forward.

Fans are already buzzing about what is to come. Social media lit up after the hat-trick, with Marseille supporters flooding Instagram and X with clips and praise. It is not every day you see a striker pull off such a clinical display in just 11 minutes. This was not just some tap-in treble. He showed real variety and sharpness in each finish.

Tension Behind the Scenes, But Trust From De Zerbi

Interestingly, this red-hot form on the pitch comes at a time when Greenwood’s relationship with his manager has drawn the spotlight off it. The club’s new behind-the-scenes YouTube documentary series has offered a look into Marseille’s inner workings, and one particular moment raised eyebrows. In an earlier episode, Roberto De Zerbi was caught delivering a fiery dressing room rant, and Greenwood found himself on the receiving end.

It was a glimpse into the high standards De Zerbi demands from his players. While it caused a stir among fans, many saw it as a sign of how much the manager expects from Greenwood. It is tough love, no doubt, but it’s built on belief. De Zerbi has gone on record defending Greenwood publicly, calling him one of the players he’d “treat like a son.”

There were reports earlier this year that De Zerbi had dropped Greenwood due to a dip in his physical conditioning, but those close to the club clarified it was less about attitude and more to do with the player managing a busy personal life, including becoming a father. Regardless, he’s now back in top shape and once again is undroppable.

Transfer Rumors, Aubameyang Link, and What Comes Next

A player in form always attracts attention. Greenwood has already been linked with other European clubs, including Atletico Madrid. There has been talk about a possible return to Spain, just two years after his successful spell at Getafe. However, those close to Greenwood say he is happy in Marseille, for now at least.

The club has Champions League football on the horizon, and he will soon be joined in attack by Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. The former Arsenal striker reportedly agreed to a return to Marseille, and a potential partnership with Greenwood is already exciting the fans.

It’s still early days in preseason, but this latest hat-trick has set the tone. Greenwood looks sharp, motivated, and dangerous. With De Zerbi’s tactical nous and a potential strike partner like Aubameyang alongside him, Marseille could become a serious attacking force in both Ligue 1 and Europe.

If Greenwood’s 11-minute blitz was just a teaser, then this season could be his best chapter yet. After the off-pitch trouble of recent years, he’s probably enjoying the best time of his football career. If Marseille fans needed any more reason to believe in their No. 9, they’ve got it now.