Round 17 of Ligue 1 pitches Nantes against AS Monaco on January 10, 2025, at Stade de la Beaujoire, with each team under rising pressure for different reasons. While Nantes tries to work its way out of the relegation zone, Monaco tries to get back into form and solidify its position in the Champions League race. This promises to be a tactically intriguing and competitive game.
What are your thoughts on the outcome of this game? Will Nantes pull off an upset, or is Monaco destined for victory? Share your predictions in the comments below!
Claim Your Welcome BonusNantes - Position: 16th (3W 6D 7L)
Antoine Kombouaré's Nantes has failed to find its rhythm this season. A 1-1 away draw in the last match against Lille showed character, as a cool penalty by Matthis Abline sealed the point for his team. However, in the bigger picture, they are pretty vulnerable, especially in defense, with 1W 2D 2L in the last five.
Key player: Moses Simon is their dynamic forward and has been the standout performer for the team, netting four times and providing five assists. His pace and creativity remain critical for Nantes' attacking prospects.
Strengths & Weaknesses:
Strengths: Effective counterattacks, discipline in avoiding excessive fouls under 4.5 cards in 7 of their last 8 games.
Weaknesses: Slow starts to games more often than not, conceding first in 7 of their last 9 matches; defensive lapses, as evidenced by their 1.6 goals conceded per game.
AS Monaco -Position: 3rd (9W 3D 4L)
Monaco's quest for Ligue 1 success has been thrown a little off track with just one win in the last five outings, 1W 1D 3L. A slim 1-0 loss to PSG in the Trophée des Champions pinned the need for greater efficiency in attack on them. Coach Adi Hütter will be eager to ignite his side going into a match where they are historically dominant.
Key Player: In excellent form with five goals and three assists this term, Eliesse Ben Seghir will be essential in unlocking a compact Nantes backline.
Strengths & Weaknesses:
Strengths: Well-organized defense, 1.0 goals conceded per game, clean sheets in critical matches.
Weaknesses: Inconsistent away form, 1W 1D 3L in their last five away games; the attack is highly reliant on individual brilliance.
Head to Head
Historically, Monaco have dominated this fixture as they won 13 of the last 20 meetings while Nantes could only manage a couple of wins. Indeed, the last encounter ended emphatically with Monaco claiming a 4-0 win. Recent trends include:
*Over 2.5 goals scored in their last five matches.
*Both teams to score in four of the last five meetings.
*Monaco unbeaten in the last four games.
History of Head-to-Heads
Ligue 1 2023/2024
Nantes
Ligue 1 2023/2024
AS Monaco
Ligue 1 2022/2023
AS Monaco
Ligue 1 2022/2023
Nantes
Coupe de France 2021/2022
AS Monaco
Expert Betting Tips
This is a game of contrasts: Nantes has struggled at home, having won only once in the last five at Stade de la Beaujoire, while Monaco's inconsistent away form could find them vulnerable.
Under 4.5 Cards: Both teams are disciplined and are off recent trends of avoiding too many fouls.
AS Monaco to Win: Historical dominance and a better overall squad slightly give Monaco the edge.
Over 2.5 Goals: There have been enough evidences of high-scoring games between the two teams in history.
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