Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Corners
Fouls
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Match Events
HT
↓ Takumi Minamino ↑Edan Diop 52'
Mohammed Salisu 57'
Denis Zakaria 60'
Flavio Nazinho 60'
61' Noah Cadiou
66' Noah Cadiou
↓ Ansu Fati ↑Folarin Balogun 66'
↓ Mohammed Salisu ↑Christian Mawissa 66'
↓ Denis Zakaria ↑Mathys Detourbet 66'
71' ↓ Ibrahima Balde ↑Mamadou Kone
↓ Matthis Abline ↑Mika Biereth 75'
76' Arsène Kouassi
79' ↓ Gabin Bernardeau ↑Souleymane Faye
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Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Lorient
Goalkeepers
Yvon Mvogo 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Nathaniel Adjei 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
83%
Duel Win %
Montassar Talbi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Souleymane Toure 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
62%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
Dembo Sylla
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Noah Cadiou 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Arthur Avom 
MAGNET
73
Activity
73
Activity
65
Passes
8
Duels
Arsène Kouassi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jean-Victor Makengo 
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fouls Won
4
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Gabin Bernardeau 
SWEEPER
4
Cleanups
4
Cleanups
2
Interceptions
2
Blocks
Forwards
Ibrahima Baldé 
GHOST
8
Actions
8
Actions
71
Minutes
6.2
Rating
BENCH
Bingourou Kamara 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Alec Georgen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Panos Katseris
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Srđan Kuzmić
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nosa Obaretin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Théo Le Bris
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Aiyegun Tosin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Souleymane Faye
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Kone
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Monaco
Goalkeepers
Lukáš Hrádecký
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Vanderson
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
67%
Pass Acc
Sadibou Sané
MAGNET
99
Activity
99
Activity
97
Passes
2
Duels
Mohammed Salisu
MAGNET
92
Activity
92
Activity
81
Passes
11
Duels
Flávio Nazinho
MAGNET
85
Activity
85
Activity
75
Passes
10
Duels
Midfielders
Lamine Camara
MAGNET
102
Activity
102
Activity
96
Passes
6
Duels
Denis Zakaria
MAGNET
66
Activity
66
Activity
61
Passes
5
Duels
Takumi Minamino
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
52
Total Mins
52
Entry
Aleksandr Golovin
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
39%
Pass Acc
Ansu Fati 
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Forwards
Matthis Abline
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
75
Total Mins
75
Entry
BENCH
Philipp Köhn
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Jordan Teze
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Christian Mawissa Elebi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pape Cabral
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mamadou Coulibaly
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Edan Diop
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
38
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Folarin Balogun
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mika Biereth
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mathys Detourbet
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/16/2026 | Monaco | 1 - 3 | Lorient | Ligue 1 | Stade Louis II |
| 09/27/2025 | Lorient | 3 - 1 | Monaco | Ligue 1 | Stade du Moustoir |
| 03/17/2024 | Monaco | 2 - 2 | Lorient | Ligue 1 | Stade Louis-II |
| 09/17/2023 | Lorient | 2 - 2 | Monaco | Ligue 1 | Stade du Moustoir - Yves Allainmat |
| 04/16/2023 | Monaco | 3 - 1 | Lorient | Ligue 1 | Stade Louis II |
| 01/11/2023 | Lorient | 2 - 2 | Monaco | Ligue 1 | Stade Yves Allainmat - Le Moustoir |
| 02/13/2022 | Monaco | 0 - 0 | Lorient | Ligue 1 | Stade Louis II |
| 08/13/2021 | Lorient | 1 - 0 | Monaco | Ligue 1 | Stade Yves Allainmat - Le Moustoir |
| 02/14/2021 | Monaco | 2 - 2 | Lorient | Ligue 1 | Stade Louis II |
| 01/06/2021 | Lorient | 2 - 5 | Monaco | Ligue 1 | Stade Yves Allainmat - Le Moustoir |
Lorient Win
Monaco Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 7 GD: +8
P: 7 GD: +5
P: 7 GD: +5
P: 7 GD: +5
P: 7 GD: +4
P: 7 GD: +1
P: 7 GD: +1
P: 7 GD: +3
P: 7 GD: +4
P: 7 GD: +3
P: 7 GD: +1
P: 7 GD: -6
P: 7 GD: -3
P: 7 GD: -3
P: 7 GD: -6
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: -11
League Standings
P: 7 GD: +8
P: 7 GD: +5
P: 7 GD: +5
P: 7 GD: +5
P: 7 GD: +4
P: 7 GD: +1
P: 7 GD: +1
P: 7 GD: +3
P: 7 GD: +4
P: 7 GD: +3
P: 7 GD: +1
P: 7 GD: -6
P: 7 GD: -3
P: 7 GD: -3
P: 7 GD: -6
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: -11
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Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Brittany Ambush Stuns Monaco
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 47/100. A defensive masterclass anchored by an outstanding individual display provided the bedrock for a massive upset against previously unbeaten title contenders.
The Early Siege
Expectations at Stade du Moustoir pointed heavily towards a dominant away performance, and the opening phases followed the script perfectly. Monaco stepped onto the pitch and immediately established controlled possession, suffocating the hosts in their own half and meticulously dictating the early tempo. The tactical setup generated considerable Intensity, with the visitors systematically probing the final third to find a crucial opening. Despite hoarding the ball and firing off fifteen total shots throughout the contest, the away side continually struggled to carve out genuine high-quality chances. Standing firmly in their path was the colossal figure of S. Touré, who delivered an absolute defensive masterclass at the heart of the Lorient backline. His commanding physical presence, perfect timing in the tackle, and ability to elegantly marshal the defence completely frustrated a visiting attack that looked increasingly bereft of ideas as the half progressed.
The Spot-Kick Decider
The delicate Balance of this incredibly gritty encounter was finally shattered in dramatic fashion against the run of play. Having absorbed wave after unrelenting wave of opposition possession, the resilient hosts recognized their moments to transition forward would be incredibly scarce. The pivotal breakthrough miraculously arrived exactly at the sixty-first minute mark when a sudden, chaotic surge into the penalty box resulted in a crucial foul. With the immense weight of the hopeful home crowd squarely on his shoulders, Noah Cadiou confidently stepped up to the penalty spot. Demonstrating icy composure under severe pressure, he clinically dispatched the penalty kick to drastically alter the tactical landscape of the fixture. This solitary, game-changing goal forced the title-chasing visitors to completely abandon their structured offensive approach and commit dangerous numbers forward, heavily exposing them to further rapid counter-attacks.
Holding the Line
The chaotic aftermath of the penalty conversion saw a relentless but ultimately toothless bombardment from the desperate visitors. Registering a massive Upset Factor rating, this stunning result completely derailed the away side’s previously flawless momentum near the summit of the league table. For the victorious hosts, the Stakes simply could not have been higher on the afternoon. Languishing uncomfortably near the bottom half before kickoff, these three massively crucial points act as an essential psychological boost in their ongoing bid to comfortably climb to safety. Defeating a legitimate Champions League-caliber squad requires immense grit, unwavering tactical discipline, and a small slice of fortune. The hosts exhibited all three necessary elements in absolute abundance, securing a monumental home victory that will heavily resonate throughout the early stages of this intriguing Ligue 1 campaign.
Key Questions
What does this mean for Lorient's season?
This massive upset provides crucial breathing room in the lower half, proving they can grind out huge results against elite opposition to push towards mid-table safety.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Monaco's Title Charge Faces Tricky Test at Lorient
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 80/100. Monaco arrive at Stade du Moustoir looking to consolidate top spot, but Lorient have enough attacking spark to make this an uncomfortable afternoon for the league leaders.
The Setup
Monaco hit the road riding a wave of early-season dominance. Their formidable Form rating reflects an unbeaten run that has them leading the Ligue 1 pack. Lorient, hovering in eighth, have been far more erratic. While the overall Stakes might feel modest for the mid-table hosts, the competitive Balance on the pitch suggests a proper contest. As we look ahead to this October 18, 2026 clash, Monaco know any dropped points could invite pressure in an already bubbling title race.
Key Battle
The match could well be decided by two contrasting offensive weapons. Lorient will look to their chief creator P. Katseris to thread passes through the lines, while Monaco counter with the explosive finishing of Paris Brunner. Strong Stars on both sides mean that a moment of individual brilliance is highly likely to break the deadlock.
Our Prediction
We expect Monaco to edge this encounter. Their relentless attacking firepower should ultimately overpower a resilient Lorient side, securing a narrow but vital away victory.