Match Overview
On March 7, 2026, AS Monaco faced Paris Saint-Germain at the Parc des Princes in a highly anticipated Ligue 1 match. This encounter was particularly significant as it marked the 100th confrontation between the two clubs.
Monaco opened the scoring in the 27th minute with a goal from Maghnes Akliouche, setting the tone for the match. Despite the early setback, PSG maintained pressure but struggled to convert their chances.
Key Developments
In the second half, Monaco continued to assert their dominance. Substitute Aleksandr Golovin scored on his very first touch in the 54th minute, doubling Monaco’s lead. PSG responded with a goal from Bradley Barcola in the 71st minute, providing a glimmer of hope for the home side.
However, Folarin Balogun quickly restored Monaco’s two-goal advantage just two minutes later, scoring in the 73rd minute. Balogun’s performance was pivotal, as he not only scored but also provided an assist during the match.
Current Standings
With this victory, AS Monaco achieved their fourth consecutive win in Ligue 1, moving up to fifth place in the league standings. Meanwhile, despite the loss, PSG remained four points clear at the top of the table, though the defeat ended their unbeaten home record this season.
After the match, Monaco’s Zakaria expressed satisfaction with the result, stating, “We knew we were capable of doing it. We narrowly missed out in the Champions League, it was a bit of revenge for us today, and we’re happy to take the three points.”
Coach Pocognoli praised his players, saying, “The players played a good game, they played like a family.” He also noted the significance of the victory, reflecting on the regrets from their previous Champions League match against PSG.
This match not only highlighted Monaco’s resurgence in Ligue 1 but also showcased the competitive nature of French football, as they have now taken six points against PSG in the league this season.