The most noteworthy match of the 14th round of the French championship took place at the "Louis II" stadium in Monaco. Locally, Monaco hosted the reigning champions and leaders, PSG. The clash between the strong opponents was as intense and dramatic as the fans expected.
The fate of the match was decided by a single goal. In the 68th minute, Takumi Minamino converted an opportunity that arose inside the penalty area into a win and scored a goal. His decisive shot secured an important victory for the Monegasque side.
In the 82nd minute for the hosts, Kehrer received a second warning for a foul, and Monaco continued the game with a deficit of one. However, the Parisian club couldn't capitalize on this advantage - the visitors' attacks hit the Monegasque team's defense.
After this victory:
- Monaco reached 23 points and moved up to 6th place in the league table.
- PSG, with 30 points, still leads the league.
Team compositions:
Monaco: Hradecky, Vanderson (Diatta 65'), Kehrer, Salisu, Caiu Henrique, Tese, Kamara, Golovin (Fati 72'), Akliouche, Minamino (Pogba 86'), Balogun (Bieret 85').
PSG: Chevalier, Pacho, Marquinhos, Hernandez, Zaire-Emery, Neves, Ruiz (Ramouche 83'), Vitinha, Lee Kang-in (Dembele 64'), Khvicha (Mbay 76'), Mayyulu (Ndjantu 64').
Yellow cards: Kamara, Kehrer, Diatta - Vitinha
Red card: Kehrer (82)
An interesting aspect for fans - despite PSG's leading stars being active, Monaco's disciplined play and high morale became a decisive factor. For PSG, it was a heavy blow, and for Monaco, it was one of their most important victories.
Undoubtedly, the next rounds will further intensify the intrigue of the championship.
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