AS Monaco Aims to Bounce Back Against Angers SCO in Ligue 1 Clash

AS Monaco, currently sitting in second place in the Ligue 1 table, is set to host 15th-place Angers SCO on Friday, November 1. This match comes on the heels of Monaco’s first defeat of the season, a frustrating loss to OGC Nice that ended their impressive unbeaten streak. Monaco’s coach, Adi Hutter, reflected on the loss, highlighting key mistakes, including a free kick that led to the first goal and Vanderson’s red card, which significantly altered the game’s dynamics.

Hutter emphasized the team’s focus on the upcoming match against Angers, despite the recent setback. He expressed respect for Angers, noting their recent good run, which includes holding Marseille and Toulouse and beating Saint-Etienne last weekend. Hutter warned that Angers poses a real threat and that Monaco must be wary and respectful of their opponents.

The match will be played without Monaco’s star player and captain, Denis Zakaria, who withdrew during the warm-up against Nice due to discomfort and will also miss the Angers game. Hutter mentioned potential replacements, including Soungoutou Magassa, Eliot Matazo, and Aleksandr Golovin, who have shown versatility in different positions.

With Vanderson suspended, Monaco will need to adjust their right-back position. Hutter indicated that several players, including Krepin Diatta and Christian Mawissa, could fill this role, or the team might opt for a three-man defense.

Betting odds favor Monaco, with a moneyline of -478 compared to Angers’ +1117. Predictions suggest a 2-0 win for Monaco, reflecting their strong defensive record and higher goal-scoring potential.

The match is scheduled for 2:00 PM ET on Friday, and fans can expect a determined Monaco side aiming to return to winning ways after their recent disappointment.