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Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
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Match Events
13' P. Brunner (A. Golovin)
42' D. Zakaria
43' L. Camara
HT
↓ H. Abdelli ↑T. Nnadi 46'
↓ Q. Timber ↑K. Abdallah 46'
54' P. Brunner (E. Dier)
↓ G. Kondogbia ↑N. Aguerd 59'
↓ T. Nnadi ↑N. Maupay 74'
82' ↓ A. Golovin ↑M. Abline
82' ↓ P. Brunner ↑M. Biereth
82' ↓ M. Coulibaly ↑A. Soubeir
↓ A. Gomes ↑F. Moumbagna 85'
85' ↓ S. Idumbo ↑M. Detourbet
89' Nazinho
90'+2 L. Hradecky
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Monaco
Goalkeepers
Lukáš Hrádecký 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Vanderson 
SWEEPER
4
Cleanups
4
Cleanups
2
Interceptions
2
Blocks
Sadibou Sané
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Eric Dier 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
7.3
Rating
Flávio Nazinho
SWEEPER
4
Cleanups
4
Cleanups
3
Interceptions
1
Blocks
Midfielders
Lamine Camara
SWEEPER
4
Cleanups
4
Cleanups
4
Interceptions
0
Blocks
Denis Zakaria
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mamadou Coulibaly 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
27%
Pass Acc
Aleksandr Golovin
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
7.2
Rating
Stanis Idumbo Muzambo 
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Forwards
Paris Brunner 
HITMAN
2
Goals
2
Goals
3
On Target
9.2
Rating
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
Thilo Kehrer
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Christian Mawissa Elebi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Anis Soubeir
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Safouane Benzahra
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mathys Detourbet
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mika Biereth
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Matthis Abline
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Marseille
Goalkeepers
Jeffrey de Lange
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Timothy Weah 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
83%
Duel Win %
Conrad Egan-Riley 
MAGNET
87
Activity
87
Activity
81
Passes
6
Duels
Geoffrey Kondogbia
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
58
Total Mins
59
Entry
Emerson Palmieri
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
50%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
Himad Abdelli
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Pierre-Emile Højbjerg
MAGNET
93
Activity
93
Activity
86
Passes
7
Duels
Amine Harit
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
André Gomes
LATE SHIFT
5
Late Mins
5
Late Mins
85
Total Mins
85
Entry
Quinten Timber
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Forwards
Amine Gouiri
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
Théo Vermot
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Derek Cornelius
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ulisses Garcia
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nayef Aguerd
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
37
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tochukwu Nnadi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
28
Total Mins
74
Entry
Keyliane Abdallah
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
50
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tadjidine Mmadi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Neal Maupay
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Faris Moumbagna
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/05/2026 | Monaco | 2 - 1 | Marseille | Ligue 1 | Stade Louis II |
| 12/14/2025 | Marseille | 1 - 0 | Monaco | Ligue 1 | Orange Vélodrome |
| 04/12/2025 | Monaco | 3 - 0 | Marseille | Ligue 1 | Stade Louis-II |
| 12/01/2024 | Marseille | 2 - 1 | Monaco | Ligue 1 | Orange Vélodrome |
| 01/27/2024 | Marseille | 2 - 2 | Monaco | Ligue 1 | Orange Vélodrome |
| 09/30/2023 | Monaco | 3 - 2 | Marseille | Ligue 1 | Stade Louis-II |
| 01/28/2023 | Marseille | 1 - 1 | Monaco | Ligue 1 | Stade Orange Vélodrome |
| 11/13/2022 | Monaco | 2 - 3 | Marseille | Ligue 1 | Stade Louis II |
| 03/06/2022 | Marseille | 0 - 1 | Monaco | Ligue 1 | Stade Orange Vélodrome |
| 09/11/2021 | Monaco | 0 - 2 | Marseille | Ligue 1 | Stade Louis II |
Monaco Win
Marseille Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 2 GD: +3
P: 2 GD: +2
P: 2 GD: +1
P: 2 GD: +1
P: 2 GD: +2
P: 2 GD: -3
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -2
League Standings
P: 5 GD: +5
P: 5 GD: +8
P: 5 GD: +5
P: 5 GD: +4
P: 5 GD: -1
P: 5 GD: +1
P: 5 GD: +1
P: 5 GD: 0
P: 5 GD: 0
P: 5 GD: -5
P: 5 GD: -1
P: 5 GD: -1
P: 5 GD: -2
P: 5 GD: -3
P: 5 GD: 0
P: 5 GD: -7
P: 5 GD: -1
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Monaco
Marseille
Monaco
Marseille
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Brunner's Masterclass Punishes Marseille's Sterile Dominance
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 44/100. Despite seeing far less of the ball, Monaco's ruthless efficiency in front of goal proved the decisive factor in a gripping southern rivalry.
The Early Ambush
The script at Stade Louis II was written early as Marseille seized total control of the ball, ultimately dominating possession with 65 percent. Yet, passing circuits do not win football matches on their own. Mason Greenwood and the visiting forwards pressed high, probing for weaknesses, but met a brilliantly drilled defensive wall. The Intensity of Monaco's pressing in key areas proved lethal. In just the 13th minute, a lightning transition saw A. Golovin thread a perfect pass through the lines. Paris Brunner latched onto it, showing immense composure to slot home the opener. That early breakthrough set the tone perfectly, allowing the hosts to sit deep, absorb pressure, and turn Marseille's territorial dominance into a frustrating tactical nightmare.
The Decisive Blow
After the interval, the game evolved into an open, end-to-end spectacle. A barrage of 24 combined shots and heavy set-piece pressure with 11 corners showed exactly how hard the visitors pushed for an equalizer. Despite their clear dominance on the ball, the Balance of the match shifted permanently on another clinical counter-attack. In the 54th minute, E. Dier delivered a devastating assist that caught the high line completely off guard. Brunner was there again, producing a brilliant finish to complete his brace and sink visiting hopes. It was a textbook lesson in counter-attacking football, turning massive defensive resilience into an unassailable two-goal cushion exactly when the opposition looked most dangerous.
A Fortress Unbreached
With a mountain to climb, Marseille threw caution to the wind, attempting 13 shots overall but finding the target just three times. The defensive efforts of Vanderson on the flank and Lamine Camara anchoring the midfield were nothing short of outstanding, frustrating every attacking wave. Their tireless work ensured the clean sheet remained intact, securing a vital 2-0 victory. This flawless start keeps Monaco sitting proudly at the top of the Ligue 1 table with six points, solidifying their early credentials in the title race. For Marseille, currently sitting mid-table, the match serves as a harsh reality check: possession means very little without a genuine cutting edge in the final third.
Key Questions
What made Paris Brunner the Man of the Match?
He scored a clinical brace from limited chances, earning a 9.2 rating by punishing Marseille's high defensive line on the counter.
What does this mean for Monaco's season?
Sitting perfectly at the top with two clean sheets, they are laying down a serious early marker in the championship battle.
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.
Early Title Race Credentials Tested
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 52/100. This Mediterranean clash serves as the first genuine barometer of championship ambitions for two undefeated heavyweights.
The Setup
The curtain has barely raised on the campaign, but the August 30, 2026 showdown at Stade Louis II already carries immense weight. High Stakes define this encounter as Marseille arrive sitting pretty at the top of the pile, bringing a flawless early Form profile after a four-goal demolition on opening day. Monaco, lurking in fifth, boast an impressive roster of Stars eager to make a statement. With both squads still finding their competitive Balance in these opening weeks, tactical vulnerabilities are bound to be exposed.
Key Battle
The focal point is a direct collision between defence and attack. Eric Dier must marshal the home backline against the relentless movement of Amine Gouiri. If the experienced defender fails to track the forward's intelligent runs, the visitors will run riot in the principality.
Our Prediction
We expect Monaco to grind out a gritty 2-1 victory. The hosts will absorb the inevitable early pressure before exploiting transition spaces, handing Marseille a harsh reality check.