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French Ligue
1: Monaco vs Nice
Kickoff
Time: 2023-09-23 03:00 (HKT)
Source:
REUTERS/GONZALO FUENTES
Monaco have
indeed made a remarkable start to this season in the French Ligue 1. They
currently sit at the top of the standings with an unbeaten record consisting of
three wins and two draws. However, in their most recent league match against
Lorient, Monaco had an unfortunate turn of events as they conceded a late goal,
resulting in a 2-2 draw away from home. Despite the disappointment of dropping
two points, Monaco’s overall performance has been commendable. One standout
player for Monaco this season has been Japanese international Takumi Minamino.
He has displayed excellent form, contributing with three goals and three
assists in the league thus far. Minamino has showcased exceptional offensive
and breakthrough abilities, utilising his speed and flexibility to trouble
opposing defences. His accurate shooting and passing skills have made him a
vital asset in Monaco’s offensive play.
Nice have
also made an impressive start to this season. Currently boasting an unbeaten
record of two wins and three draws, they sit in fourth place in the standings.
Their recent victory over Paris Saint-Germain, with a scoreline of 3-2 in an
away game, is undoubtedly a significant morale booster. While Nice may not have
the same level of reputation as some other clubs, it does not diminish their
strength and potential. In previous seasons, Nice have demonstrated good
performance in the French Ligue 1 and have achieved commendable results. They
have shown competitiveness and have become a formidable force in the league in
recent years.
Although
both sides have been in excellent form recently; Monaco have always been better
than Nice in terms of overall strength. While Monaco also have historically had
better results in their match-ups against Nice, with seven wins, one draw, and
two losses in their last 10 meetings. So, it’s understandable to consider
Monaco as a favourite side due to their head-to-head and home advantage.
Monaco’s
Last 5 Games: DWDWW
23-09-17
Lorient 2-2 Monaco
23-09-03
Monaco 3-0 Lens
23-08-26
Nantes 3-3 Monaco
23-08-21 Monaco
3-0 Strasbourg
23-08-13
Clermont Foot 2-4 Monaco
Nice’s Last
5 Games: WWDDD
23-09-16
Paris Saint-Germain 2-3 Nice
23-09-03
Nice 2-0 Strasbourg
23-08-28
Nice 0-0 Lyon
23-08-20
Lorient 1-1 Nice
23-08-12
Nice 1-1 Lille
Head To Head
Record:
23-02-27 Monaco
0-3 Nice
22-09-05
Nice 0-1 Monaco
22-04-21
Monaco 1-0 Nice
21-09-19
Nice 2-2 Monaco
21-03-09
Nice 0-2 Monaco
Prediction: Monaco to Win