Monaco Takes the Lead in Ligue 1 After Thrilling Weekend
In a dramatic turn of events during the 7th day of Ligue 1, AS Monaco has emerged as the new provisional leader of the championship, overtaking Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) following their draw against Nice. Monaco secured a crucial 2-1 victory over Stade Rennais, thanks to goals from Thilo Kehrer and Folarin Balogun. This win propelled them to the top of the standings with 19 points, while PSG now sits in second place with 17 points after a disappointing 1-1 draw against Nice.
The match between PSG and Nice showcased a tale of two halves for the Parisian side. Coach Luis Enrique expressed frustration over his team's lack of precision in the first half but praised their resilience in the second half. Despite dominating possession with nearly 73% and a flurry of attempts, PSG could only manage a draw, leaving them two points behind Monaco. Meanwhile, Reims has also made headlines by climbing to fourth place, tied on points with Marseille, making the Ligue 1 race even more competitive.
- AS Monaco's victory over Rennes featured a stunning goal from Ludovic Blas, but it was the early goals from Kehrer and Balogun that sealed the win. This victory marks a significant moment for Monaco as they aim to reclaim their status at the top of French football. On the other hand, PSG's struggles continued as they failed to capitalize on their chances against Nice. The team was visibly shaken after a poor performance earlier in the week in the Champions League against Arsenal. Luis Enrique's squad will need to regroup during the upcoming international break to regain their momentum in Ligue 1.
