Deschamps celebrates 'extraordinary' success

Didier Deschamps was delighted after an "extraordinary human adventure" culminated in his Marseille side being crowned Ligue 1 champions on Wednesday night.

Marseille's 3-1 win against Rennes at the Stade Velodrome, coupled with Auxerre's defeat at Lyon earlier in the evening, handed the south coast club the title for the first time since 1992.

"It's amazing but the credit goes primarily to the players," said Deschamps.

"It has been an extraordinary human adventure, a great victory for the club. It is the result of nine months of hard work with plenty of ups and downs. I am very proud."

Asked if it was the highlight of his coaching career, Deschamps added: "I was lucky enough to win two Coupe de la Ligues (with Monaco and Marseille) and a Serie B championship with Juventus.

"They were great moments but a major title is harder because it is long and there is a lot of work."