Monaco faces PSG in a playoff match, turning a local rivalry into a competitive clash. Despite PSG being favored due to their squad strength, Monaco has performed well at Stade Louis II. This first leg is crucial in setting the stage for the matchup.
Resume Check
AS Monaco
• League Position (France): 4th
• Last Five:
• W vs Nantes (3–1)
• D vs Nice (0–0)
• L vs Strasbourg (1–3)
• W vs Rennes (4–0)
• D vs Juventus (0–0, UCL)
Monaco shows strength but lacks consistency.
Paris Saint-Germain
• League Position (France): 1st
• Last Five:
• L vs Rennes (1–3)
• W vs Marseille (5–0)
• W vs Strasbourg (2–1)
• D vs Newcastle (1–1, UCL)
• W vs Auxerre (1–0)
PSG has netted 21 goals in the UCL this season.
Players to Watch
Monaco
• Folarin Balogun (3 goals) — Effective in transitions.
• Takumi Minamino (1 goal, 1 assist) — Smart in movement.
• Maghnes Akliouche (2 assists) — Provides creative support.
PSG
• Vitinha (5 UCL goals) — Threat from midfield.
• Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (3 goals, 3 assists) — Key playmaker.
• Achraf Hakimi (3 assists) — Dangerous on the flank.
How Monaco Can Win
• Maintain a strong defensive stance.
• Capitalize on vulnerabilities behind Hakimi and Mendes.
• Be efficient with limited opportunities.
How PSG Can Win
• Control the match through possession.
• Target wide areas with attacks.
• Apply pressure immediately after losing the ball.
Prediction: Monaco has the capability to challenge, but PSG’s overall depth and variety are likely to give them an edge. Expect strong performance from PSG.
PSG 3, Monaco 1