Monaco had a week to forget as they crashed out of the UEFA Champions League (UCL) at the hands of Benfica before suffering a 2-1 defeat to Lille in Ligue 1. With their European ambitions in jeopardy, they must refocus as they host struggling Reims to kick off matchday 24. Currently sitting in fifth place, Monaco needs a strong finish to the season to secure a return to Europe’s elite competition next term.
Monaco’s Home Fortress
Despite their recent setbacks, Monaco can take confidence from their home form. The Monégasques have won five of their last six Ligue 1 home matches (L1), including an emphatic 7-1 demolition of Nantes. That was their biggest league win since January 2023, and they’ll be looking for another dominant performance to get their campaign back on track. However, history is not on their side in this fixture, as they are winless in their last five home meetings with Reims (D2, L3), losing the previous three.
Reims in Crisis Mode
Reims desperately needs points, having slipped to 15th in the table following a 1-0 defeat to Rennes. With just three points separating them from the relegation zone, the pressure is mounting on manager Samba Diawara, who has yet to collect a single point since taking over (L4). Their 12-game winless run (D5, L7) is the longest active streak in Europe’s top five leagues, highlighting their struggles.
Lack of Firepower Holding Reims Back
Reims’ biggest issue under Diawara has been their lack of goals. They have only found the net once in Ligue 1 since his appointment, which does not bode well against a Monaco side that thrives on home dominance. Their away record is also concerning, as they haven’t scored more than once in any of their last five league fixtures (D2, L3). However, they can take some solace in that the last time they failed to score at Stade Louis II was in April 2019.

Key Battle: Biereth vs. Sangui
Monaco’s Mika Biereth has been in electric form at home, netting seven goals in their last three Ligue 1 games at Stade Louis II. Remarkably, six of those strikes have come between the 50th and 70th minute, making him a real second-half threat. Reims defender Nhoa Sangui will need to be on high alert. Still, his recent disciplinary record (two bookings in his last four games) suggests he could struggle against Monaco’s attacking firepower.
Prediction & Betting Tip
Monaco’s strong home form should be enough to see off a struggling Reims side that lacks cutting edge in attack. While Reims’ historical record in this fixture provides a glimmer of hope, their current form is too poor to ignore. Expect Monaco to dominate proceedings, with Biereth likely to be among the goals. Prediction: Monaco 2-0 Reims.
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