Monaco vs Reims Prediction & Tips
A 1-1 draw against Bordeaux on the final day of Ligue 1 meant a bump in Monaco’s path to European competition. That poor result extended new manager Philippe Clement’s lackluster start at the helm of the “Monésgasques”, who have now won just two of the six Ligue 1 games he has managed so far, a trend they must improve quickly if they are to finish in the top five. first classified.
Monaco can at least use their outstanding home league performance to restart their race for a place in European competition, as they remain unbeaten in their last ten games at the Stade Louis II (G7, D3) – the second longest streak in the competition. Reims’ visit will be positive for Monaco, as they have lost only one of the last 20 Ligue 1 meetings between the two teams (W10, D9) – five of the last six resulted in a draw – and have not been beaten by their rival on duty at this venue in a first division commitment since September 1974.
Reims’ 1-1 draw against Brest in their last outing did little to allay their relegation fears as, following that result, they have managed only one win in their last seven Ligue 1 games (E3, L3). . Those led by Oscar García are also in a bad moment playing away from home after winning only one of their last ten away league games (E4, L5), which does not bode well for this clash.
Salvation for the “Red and Whites” could come thanks to their defence, which has conceded the fewest goals (29) of any team below seventh in the Ligue 1 table going into this matchday. They have also conceded less than two goals in 11 of their last 13 league games, which is a positive.
Players to watch: Monaco captain Wissam Ben Yedder has scored 14 goals this league campaign, netting 11 of them at home. For his part, Reims defender Wout Faes scored his fourth goal of the Ligue 1 season during his last appearance, three of which served to open the scoring and were registered after a header.
Featured fact: Reims’ last four Ligue 1 away games have seen four red cards.
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