Amine Gouiri says his desire to score remains at the heart of his game, but the Olympique de Marseille striker is focused on achieving a balance that prevents that hunger from becoming a distraction.
“When I step onto the pitch, my obsession is to score goals,” Gouiri told Onze Mondial. “Be careful, though, when you’re too obsessed with the goal, you can get lost. That’s why you have to find the right balance.”
At 25, Gouiri’s reflections carry the tone of a forward who has grown through experience.
Once seen purely as a finisher, the former Rennes man is now positioning himself as a more complete player, capable of reading the rhythm of a match and adapting his play to suit the needs of the team.
His move to Marseille has come with expectations—both from the club hierarchy and its passionate supporters.
In the early days of his tenure, Gouiri’s performances have hinted at a forward who combines sharp movement, intelligent link-up play, and an eye for goal.
But he is equally focused on being more than just a poacher.
“When you are too obsessed, you can lose yourself,” he admitted. The comment underlines a conscious effort to evolve beyond single-minded attacking. Gouiri is seeking the “happy medium” that defines top-tier strikers: the ability to score when needed, but also to serve as a dynamic part of the collective unit.
Since arriving in Marseille, Gouiri has offered glimpses of his potential impact.
His willingness to drop deep, engage in build-up play, and work off the ball is a clear signal of a player intent on maturing in every aspect of his game.
At a club where every appearance is closely scrutinised, Gouiri understands the weight of expectation—and the necessity of keeping his head.
“You have to know how to stay lucid,” he said. That clarity, according to him, is essential not only to find the back of the net but also to remain effective when the goals aren’t flowing.
Marseille, now rebuilding with renewed ambition, will look to Gouiri as a cornerstone of their attacking line.
His ability to balance instinct with intelligence could be the difference in tight contests and may well determine how far OM can go in their upcoming campaigns.
As the spotlight intensifies, Gouiri is not running from pressure. Instead, he is learning to navigate it—with purpose, precision, and an unwavering focus on the bigger picture.
