Ligue 1 Regular Season - 25
Paris Saint Germain 1 - 3 FT Monaco
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
↓ Vanderson ↑J. Teze 15'
M. Akliouche (F. Balogun) 27'
W. Faes 45'+4
HT
↓ Caio Henrique ↑C. Mawissa 54'
↓ A. Bamba ↑A. Golovin 54'
A. Golovin 55'
60' ↓ K. Kvaratskhelia ↑O. Dembele
60' ↓ D. Fernandez ↑Lee Kang-In
60' ↓ D. Doue ↑S. Mayulu
71' B. Barcola (A. Hakimi)
F. Balogun 72'
F. Balogun 73'
74' ↓ W. Zaire-Emery ↑G. Ramos
L. Camara 76'
↓ F. Balogun ↑M. Biereth 81'
↓ M. Akliouche ↑S. Adingra 81'
90'+1 A. Hakimi
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Paris Saint Germain
Goalkeepers
Matvey Safonov 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Achraf Hakimi 
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
1
Assists
75%
Pass Acc
Ilya Zabarnyi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Willian Pacho 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
4
Tackles
83%
Duel Win %
Nuno Mendes 
MAGNET
95
Activity
95
Activity
81
Passes
14
Duels
Midfielders
Warren Zaïre-Emery
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
74
Total Mins
74
Entry
Vitinha
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
105%
Pass Acc
Dro Fernández
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
60
Total Mins
60
Entry
Forwards
Désiré Doué
MAGNET
55
Activity
55
Activity
47
Passes
8
Duels
Bradley Barcola 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia
MAGNET
50
Activity
50
Activity
43
Passes
7
Duels
BENCH
Lucas Chevalier 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Marquinhos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lucas Hernández
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lucas Beraldo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kang-in Lee
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
35
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Senny Mayulu
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
13%
Pass Acc
Ousmane Dembélé 
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Gonçalo Ramos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ibrahim Mbaye
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Monaco
Goalkeepers
Philipp Köhn 
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
1
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
Thilo Kehrer
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Denis Zakaria
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Wout Faes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Vanderson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
15
Entry
Aladji Bamba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
54
Total Mins
54
Entry
Lamine Camara
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Caio Henrique
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
54
Total Mins
54
Entry
Forwards
Mamadou Coulibaly
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Maghnes Akliouche
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Folarin Balogun
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
BENCH
Yann Lienard
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Jordan Teze
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
4
Tackles
62%
Duel Win %
Christian Mawissa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
41
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Aleksandr Golovin 
SUPER SUB
1
Goal
1
Goal
41
Minutes
7.9
Rating
Samuel Nibombe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Simon Adingra
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mika Biereth
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Paris Brunner
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ansu Fati
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25/02/2026 | Paris Saint Germain | 2 - 2 | Monaco | UEFA Champions League | Parc des Princes |
| 17/02/2026 | Monaco | 2 - 3 | Paris Saint Germain | UEFA Champions League | Stade Louis II |
| 29/11/2025 | Monaco | 1 - 0 | Paris Saint Germain | Ligue 1 | Stade Louis II |
| 07/02/2025 | Paris Saint Germain | 4 - 1 | Monaco | Ligue 1 | Parc des Princes |
| 05/01/2025 | Paris Saint Germain | 1 - 0 | Monaco | Trophée des Champions | Stadium 974 |
| 18/12/2024 | Monaco | 2 - 4 | Paris Saint Germain | Ligue 1 | Stade Louis-II |
| 01/03/2024 | Monaco | 0 - 0 | Paris Saint Germain | Ligue 1 | Stade Louis-II |
| 24/11/2023 | Paris Saint Germain | 5 - 2 | Monaco | Ligue 1 | Parc des Princes |
| 11/02/2023 | Monaco | 3 - 1 | Paris Saint Germain | Ligue 1 | Stade Louis II |
| 28/08/2022 | Paris Saint Germain | 1 - 1 | Monaco | Ligue 1 | Parc des Princes |
25/02/2026
17/02/2026
29/11/2025
07/02/2025
05/01/2025
18/12/2024
01/03/2024
24/11/2023
11/02/2023
28/08/2022
Paris Saint Germain Win
Monaco Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 25 GD: +32
P: 25 GD: +27
P: 25 GD: +19
P: 25 GD: +13
P: 25 GD: +7
P: 25 GD: +6
P: 25 GD: +6
P: 25 GD: +9
P: 25 GD: 0
P: 25 GD: -4
P: 25 GD: -7
P: 25 GD: +4
P: 25 GD: -12
P: 25 GD: -12
P: 25 GD: -18
P: 25 GD: -16
P: 25 GD: -20
League Standings
P: 25 GD: +32
P: 25 GD: +27
P: 25 GD: +19
P: 25 GD: +13
P: 25 GD: +7
P: 25 GD: +6
P: 25 GD: +6
P: 25 GD: +9
P: 25 GD: 0
P: 25 GD: -4
P: 25 GD: -7
P: 25 GD: +4
P: 25 GD: -12
P: 25 GD: -12
P: 25 GD: -18
P: 25 GD: -16
P: 25 GD: -20
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Clinical Monaco silence the Parc des Princes
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 84/100. A tactical masterclass in counter-attacking football saw Monaco dismantle the league leaders despite seeing precious little of the ball.
Opening Act: Dominance without delivery
The Parc des Princes witnessed a peculiar sight as Paris Saint Germain dominated possession with a suffocating 72%, yet looked utterly toothless. The Intensity of the match was dictated by Monaco’s discipline rather than Parisian flair. In the 27th minute, the stadium fell silent when Maghnes Akliouche finished a lethal counter-attack to give the visitors a shock lead. This strike completely unsettled the Balance of the game, forcing the hosts into a frantic and uncoordinated chase. Despite a barrage of shots, the home side failed to break through a resilient defensive line that seemed perfectly comfortable defending deep and waiting for their moment to strike again.
The Pivot: The super-sub strikes
The defining moment arrived shortly after the interval, and it came from the tactical brilliance of the visiting bench. The Upset Factor reached fever pitch when Aleksandr Golovin entered the fray. Within sixty seconds of his introduction, the Russian found the net to double the lead, punishing a sluggish Parisian defense. The Stakes of this title rivalry were clear, and Monaco showed no fear under the bright lights. Between the sticks, Philipp Köhn was exceptional, racking up four crucial saves to deny the frustrated superstars of the capital. His command of the area during 10 Parisian corners provided the stability needed to weather the storm.
Resolution: Clinical edge seals the deal
The closing stages provided a glimmer of hope for the hosts when B. Barcola pulled one back in the 71st minute, assisted by A. Hakimi. However, any hope of a dramatic comeback was extinguished just two minutes later. F. Balogun capitalized on the chaos to score a third, effectively ending the contest. This 1-3 result is a massive statement win for Monaco, proving they can go toe-to-toe with the elite. For Paris, it is a wake-up call that highlights the dangers of over-reliance on possession without a clinical edge. The title race may not be over just yet as the league leaders' aura of invincibility at home takes a significant hit.
Key Questions
How did Monaco pull off this shock result?
Monaco utilized a clinical counter-attacking strategy and heroic goalkeeping to overcome PSG's 72% possession and 19 shots.
What does this mean for Paris Saint Germain's season?
While they remain top, this loss exposes defensive vulnerabilities against high-quality transitions that title rivals will now look to exploit.
How did substitute Maghnes Akliouche change the game?
Akliouche actually started the match, providing the crucial opening goal and an assist to set the tone for the upset.
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.
Paris Looks to Crush Monaco's Resurgence
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 78/100. Our take is simple: PSG's home dominance is too much for a Monaco side that, despite their recent grit, lacks the tools to stop the league leaders.
The Setup
The Parc des Princes remains the most daunting trip in French football. Paris Saint Germain enters this match with a Form rating that signals total authority, winning ten of their eleven home fixtures this season. While they sit comfortably at the top, Monaco arrives in eighth place, desperate to close a twenty-point gap. The Stakes are sky-high; for Paris, it is about maintaining the aura of invincibility, while Monaco needs a result to fuel their European ambitions. With Stars talent across both lineups, this is the definitive fixture of the weekend.
Key Battle
The tactical battle will center on the clash between Bradley Barcola and Simon Adingra. While they operate on different wings, their ability to drive their respective teams forward in transition will define the tempo. Barcola has been clinical recently, but Adingra’s explosive pace remains Monaco's best hope of catching the Paris backline off guard. However, the overall Balance of the squads suggests Paris will control the middle of the park, forcing Monaco into a defensive shell.
Our Prediction
Expect Paris to dictate play from the first whistle. Their home record is no fluke, and their ability to generate nearly three goals per game at the Parc des Princes is a nightmare for any visiting defense. Monaco will likely look to stay compact and hit on the break, but the individual quality of the Parisian attack should eventually break through for a comfortable win.