As the Champions League group stage nears its conclusion, Monaco is set to host Juventus at Stade Louis II. This match is crucial for both teams as they navigate through their respective challenges.
Match Overview: Monaco vs Juventus
Monaco faces the daunting task of securing a spot in the knockout stages. Currently, they lie in a precarious position with nine points from seven games, placing them 21st in the standings. A win against Juventus is essential for hopes of advancing.
Monaco’s Recent Struggles
After suffering a damaging 6-1 defeat to Real Madrid, Monaco’s confidence is shaky. They have lost seven of their last nine league matches. Their last outing resulted in a 0-0 draw against Le Havre, which ended a losing streak but left them at the 10th position in Ligue 1.
- Current Champions League Points: 9
- Last Match Result: 0-0 vs. Le Havre
- Recent League Form: W L W L L D
Historical Context
Against Juventus, Monaco has historically struggled, winning only one of their last six encounters. They last met in the 2017 Champions League semi-finals, where Juventus prevailed in both legs.
Juventus’ Current Status
Juventus has secured a playoff spot, having won three consecutive Champions League matches. Their latest victory came against Benfica. The club has shown signs of improvement under new management, led by Luciano Spalletti.
- Current Champions League Points: 12
- Last Match Result: 2-0 vs. Benfica
- Recent League Form: D W W L W W
Injury Updates
Monaco deals with a lengthy injury list, including notable absences like Paul Pogba and several other key players. Their squad depth is considerably tested, with recent injuries to Eric Dier and Wout Faes.
Juventus, on the other hand, has fewer injury concerns. Key players like Daniele Rugani and Dusan Vlahovic are sidelined, yet their squad appears more stable compared to Monaco’s.
Predicted Lineups
| Monaco | Juventus |
|---|---|
| Kohn; Vanderson, Kehrer, Teze, Henrique; Camara, Zakaria; Akliouche, Fati, Golovin; Balogun | Di Gregorio; Kalulu, Bremer, Kelly, Cabal; Thuram, Koopmeiners; Miretti, McKennie, Yildiz; Openda |
Prediction
The match could end in a draw, with both teams in need of points for differing reasons. Monaco may find it challenging to secure a victory, given their current form and injury list. A scoreline of 2-2 seems plausible as Juventus seeks to maintain momentum.
