Lille and Monaco are set to face off in a highly anticipated Ligue 1 match at Stade Pierre-Mauroy.
Both teams are aiming for victory to improve their positions in the league standings.
Match Preview
Lille has been on a positive streak lately, remaining unbeaten in their last five competitive fixtures.
They are currently chasing a Champions League spot, sitting just three points behind Paris Saint-Germain.
Under the guidance of manager Paulo Fonseca, Lille has shown consistent goal-scoring ability, finding the back of the net in 12 consecutive top-flight matches, the longest active run in Ligue 1.
Additionally, Lille has been formidable at home, collecting 36 points at Stade Pierre-Mauroy, the highest among all Ligue 1 teams this year.
Monaco, on the other hand, has displayed resilience throughout the season.
Despite conceding early goals, they have managed to collect 11 points when trailing, more than any other team in Ligue 1.
With 20 points from nine league fixtures, Monaco is off to their best start in a domestic campaign since 2013-14.
Their attacking prowess has been evident, especially on the road, where they have scored multiple goals in four matches, leading the league with a total of 23 goals.
In head-to-head encounters, Lille has had the upper hand against Monaco in recent times, losing only twice in their last eight competitive matches.
However, Monaco has a strong record at Stade Pierre-Mauroy, winning more away games against Lille than any other team in Ligue 1.
Team News:
Lille’s Angel Gomes is eligible to return from suspension, while Samuel Umtiti is expected to recover from a knock.
Ismaily, Hakon Haraldsson, and Leny Yoro are doubtful due to injuries.
Yusuf Yazici and Remy Cabella have been in good form, contributing goals in recent fixtures.
Monaco may be without Mohammed Salisu and Eliot Matazo due to groin strains.
Caio Henrique is unavailable because of an ACL injury, and Vanderson has a sore knee.
Guillermo Maripan is doubtful after picking up an injury during the international break.
Denis Zakaria and Soungoutou Magassa are set to return from suspension.
Possible Starting Lineups:
Lille:
Chevalier;
Diakite, Umtiti, Alexsandro, Ismaily;
Andre, Haraldsson;
Cabella, Yazici, Ounas;
David
Monaco:
Kohn;
Diatta, Singo, Matsima, Jakobs;
Camara;
Fofana, Minamino, Golovin;
Balogun, Ben Yedder
Prediction:
Considering the attacking capabilities of both teams and their vulnerabilities in defense, we anticipate an entertaining match ending in a 2-2 draw.