Monaco vs Saint-Étienne
Ligue 1 this season
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| GP | P | GD | ||
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| 3 | 16 | 30 | 10 | |
| 15 | 16 | 16 | -20 |
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| Bet | Monaco |
| Stake | 1.5 unit |
| Odds | 1.48 |
| Bookmaker | bet365 |
AS Monaco take on newcommers Saint-Étienne in season opener.
As AS Monaco kick off their Ligue 1 campaign against newly-promoted Saint-Étienne, the Monégasques aim to build on last season's success and stake an early claim for the domestic title, bolstered by their latest signings and a stellar pre-season showing.
Monaco
Monaco are back in the new campaign, aiming to replicate last season's success. They secured a return to the UEFA Champions League group stage after a four-year absence with a second-place finish, achieving this feat under manager Adi Hütter in his first year.
Securing their first silverware since the 2016–17 season will be a priority, especially with PSG entering the season without Kylian Mbappé, who joined Real Madrid. A victory against Saint-Étienne in Saturday's opening match is crucial for a strong start to the season, potentially setting them on the path to challenge PSG for the domestic title.
The Monégasques come into this game buoyed by a 3-0 victory over Barcelona to lift the Joan Gamper trophy, a performance they hope to replicate. They've bolstered their squad with significant signings, including George Ilenikhena, Christain Mawissa, and Thilo Kehrer.
Riding high on last season's momentum, Monaco are targeting their fourth consecutive win against Saint-Étienne, aiming to match their best top-flight tally against them. This will be the fifth time both teams meet on matchday one in Ligue 1, with Monaco unbeaten in the previous four encounters.
Hütter is expected to employ a 4—4—2 formation, with Breel Embolo and Folarin Balogun leading the attack.
Saint-Étienne
Meanwhile, Saint-Étienne are back in the top flight after a two-year absence and will be keen to get off to a flying start this term. Olivier Dall'Oglio, who oversaw the club's promotion after taking over the managerial role in December 2023, will be hoping to avoid an immediate drop from the top division.
Ahead of life in the top flight, the Southeast-central club has secured the signings of Zuriko Davitashvili (€6 million), Igor Miladinovic (€3 million), and Yunis Abdelhamid on a free transfer. However, Les Verts will be hoping to put an end to a run of six games without a win in the topflight and 10 games in a row without a clean sheet.
A 4—2—3—1 formation is expected against Monaco, with Ibrahim Sissoko leading the attack. Meanwhile, 23-year-old Aïmen Moueffek will miss out with a thigh injury.
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