The 2013-14 campaign was a turbulent season of transition for Olympique Marseille, with les Olympiens ultimately finishing 6th in Ligue 1 and narrowly missing a European place, a year defined by the mid-season sacking of manager Élie Baup. Despite the turmoil and a Champions League group stage exit, the prolific form of center-forward André-Pierre Gignac was a constant highlight, with his 16 league goals anchoring the team's attack alongside stars like captain Steve Mandanda.