Ligue 1 Regular Season - 5
Monaco 5 - 2 FT Metz
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
H. Diallo (C. Sabaly) 13'
28' M. Biereth (T. Minamino)
33' ↓ A. Bamba ↑K. Diatta
43' Jordan Teze
HT
46' ↓ P. Brunner ↑A. Fati
46' A. Fati (L. Camara)
Koffi Kouao 65'
67' ↓ M. Biereth ↑G. Ilenikhena
G. Hein 67'
↓ F. Ballo-Toure ↑A. Toure 75'
↓ J. Deminguet ↑I. Guerti 75'
80' ↓ K. Ouattara ↑Caio Henrique
80' ↓ T. Minamino ↑S. Idumbo
83' A. Fati (K. Diatta)
86' K. Kouao
↓ B. Stambouli ↑G. Tsitaishvili 90'
↓ K. Kouao ↑M. Bokele Mputu 90'
90' G. Ilenikhena (S. Idumbo)
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Monaco
Goalkeepers
P. Kohn 
SIEVE
33%
Save %
33%
Save %
2
Conceded
1
Saves
Defenders
J. Teze 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
4
Tackles
67%
Duel Win %
E. Dier 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
T. Kehrer 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
K. Ouattara 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
6%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
M. Akliouche
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Camara 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
7.2
Rating
A. Bamba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
33
Total Mins
33
Entry
T. Minamino 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
3
Fouls
6.2
Rating
Forwards
M. Biereth 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
P. Brunner
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
BENCH
Y. Lienard 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Caio Henrique
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Salisu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Coulibaly
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Diatta 
SUPER SUB
1
Assist
1
Assist
57
Minutes
7.2
Rating
S. Idumbo
SUPER SUB
1
Assist
1
Assist
11
Minutes
7.2
Rating
F. Balogun
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Fati 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
G. Ilenikhena 
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.7
Rating
Metz
Goalkeepers
J. Fischer
ARCHITECT
1
Key Passes
1
Key Passes
0
Assists
44%
Pass Acc
Defenders
Midfielders
K. Kouao
CLUTCH HERO
86
Goal Time
86
Goal Time
Own Goal
Impact
6.9
Rating
B. Stambouli 
NPC
89
Minutes
89
Minutes
36%
Pass Acc
6.3
Rating
J. Deminguet
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
75
Total Mins
75
Entry
F. Ballo-Toure
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
75
Total Mins
75
Entry
BENCH
P. Sy
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
C. Melieres
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Toure
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
I. Guerti
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Tsitaishvili
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Abuashvili
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Bokele Mputu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
I. Sane
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
B. Madjo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30/03/2024 | Metz | 2 - 5 | Monaco | Ligue 1 | Stade Saint-Symphorien |
| 22/10/2023 | Monaco | 2 - 1 | Metz | Ligue 1 | Stade Louis-II |
| 03/04/2022 | Metz | 1 - 2 | Monaco | Ligue 1 | Stade Saint-Symphorien |
| 05/12/2021 | Monaco | 4 - 0 | Metz | Ligue 1 | Stade Louis II |
| 06/04/2021 | Monaco | 0 - 0 | Metz | Coupe de France | Stade Louis II |
| 03/04/2021 | Monaco | 4 - 0 | Metz | Ligue 1 | Stade Louis II |
| 30/08/2020 | Metz | 0 - 1 | Monaco | Ligue 1 | Stade Saint-Symphorien |
| 17/08/2019 | Metz | 3 - 0 | Monaco | Ligue 1 | Stade Saint-Symphorien |
Monaco Win
Metz Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 5 GD: +6
P: 5 GD: +6
P: 5 GD: +4
P: 5 GD: +3
P: 5 GD: +5
P: 5 GD: +6
P: 5 GD: +3
P: 5 GD: -1
P: 5 GD: -2
P: 5 GD: -2
P: 5 GD: -3
P: 5 GD: -3
P: 5 GD: -1
P: 5 GD: -2
P: 5 GD: -2
P: 5 GD: -2
P: 5 GD: -7
League Standings
P: 26 GD: +36
P: 27 GD: +30
P: 27 GD: +19
P: 27 GD: +12
P: 27 GD: +8
P: 27 GD: +9
P: 27 GD: +6
P: 26 GD: +9
P: 27 GD: +6
P: 27 GD: -4
P: 27 GD: -5
P: 27 GD: -13
P: 27 GD: -11
P: 27 GD: -13
P: 27 GD: -20
P: 27 GD: -14
P: 25 GD: -20
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Fati Sets Stade Louis II Ablaze: Monaco Overwhelms Metz in Seven-Goal Spectacle
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 96/100. A supposed crunch match became a rout: Monaco transformed an evenly-poised contest into a masterclass of attacking prowess, leaving Metz in ruins at Stade Louis II.
The Turning Point: Bench Brilliance Shifts Everything
Metz struck first blood. Habib Diallo opened the scoring in the 13th minute, briefly suggesting a competitive affair. Then Monaco unleashed its offensive arsenal from the bench, and the match became a goal festival. Ansu Fati, introduced from the substitutes' bench, authored a masterpiece with two clinical finishes (46th, 83rd). His three key passes completed a 8.3-rated performance that redefined the intensity of this six-pointer.
Balance Obliterated by Relentless Finishing
With 24 combined shots and nine on target, this encounter crystallised the gulf between title race and relegation battle. Monaco's dominance was stark: 43% possession but lethal efficiency (five goals). George Ilenikhena sealed the rout in the 90th minute, while an own goal from Koffi Kouao (86th) added insult to injury. A VAR-confirmed penalty at the 65th minute—converted by Gauthier Hein—briefly reignited Metz's hopes, but the damage was irreversible.
The Numbers Tell a Damning Story
Metz, rooted to the bottom with just one point from five matches, paid the price for defensive naivety. They held 57% possession yet managed only eight shots, three on target. Monaco, the league leaders, strengthened their grip with a fourth win in five games. Tactical substitutions—Krepin Diatta and Sergej Idumbo providing assists—transformed the contest into a demonstration of tactical superiority and clinical execution.
Key Questions
What sparked this seven-goal thriller?
Monaco's attacking substitutes, spearheaded by Fati, ruthlessly exploited Metz's defensive fragility. Lower possession (43%) but superior clinical edge proved decisive.
How did Monaco complete their comeback from behind?
After Diallo's opener (13th), Biereth levelled (28th), then Fati's introduction triggered a four-goal blitz in 37 minutes that sealed victory.
What does this result mean for Monaco's season?
Monaco consolidates first place with 12 points from five matches. A statement of intent before the title race intensifies.
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.
Desperation Meets Ambition at Stade Louis II
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 50/100. A high-stakes clash where Monaco’s individual quality faces a Metz side fighting tooth and nail for every point to avoid the drop.
The Setup
On September 21, 2025, Monaco welcomes Metz to the Stade Louis II in a fixture defined by contrasting pressures. Monaco sits 7th but their current Form is alarming, having suffered three losses in their last five outings. Meanwhile, 17th-placed Metz arrives with the momentum of three wins in their last five, proving they are ready for a relegation battle. The Stakes are massive; Monaco needs to arrest their slide to remain competitive, while Metz is desperate to climb out of the danger zone.
Key Battle
The tactical narrative centers on the duel between Maghnes Akliouche and Jonathan Fischer. Akliouche is the creative engine for the hosts, tasking himself with breaking through deep-lying defenses. He meets a goalkeeper in Fischer who has been a statistical anomaly this season, recording 17 saves in just four matches. Fischer’s ability to withstand a barrage of shots will dictate whether Metz can leave the principality with anything.
Our Prediction
We expect Monaco to dominate possession, utilizing their Stars to overwhelm the visitors. While Metz’s Balance has improved recently, their defensive frailty (3.0 goals conceded per game) is a major concern. Ibou Sane may offer a threat on the break, but Monaco's firepower should eventually tell. We predict a 3-1 victory for Monaco, with the home side’s relentless pressure eventually breaking Metz’s resolve in the final third.