Monaco welcome Brest to the Stade Louis II for a Friday evening Ligue 1 clash, with both sides looking to build on contrasting recent results. The hosts come into the match following a convincing 3-1 away victory at Strasbourg, while Brest will be eager to bounce back after suffering a 3-1 defeat at Montpellier last weekend. This encounter marks the return of domestic football following the international break, with both clubs aiming to strengthen their positions in the French top flight.
Watch AS Monaco vs Stade Brest 29 live on TV and via live streaming
UK viewers can catch Monaco vs Brest live on the Ligue 1 Pass streaming service. The match is also available to watch via bet365's live streaming platform for customers with a funded account or those who have placed a bet in the last 24 hours.
Premier League Predictions: AS Monaco vs Stade Brest 29
Monaco head into this clash as clear favorites against Brest, with the bookies giving the Principality club nearly a 58% chance of bagging all three points at the Stade Louis II. The odds of 1.5 for a home win reflect Monaco's strong position, while Brest are considered significant underdogs with a mere 20% chance of causing an upset. The draw is priced at 4.5, suggesting a stalemate isn't highly fancied by the bookmakers, with just over a 22% probability. Les Monégasques are expected to have too much quality for Les Pirates, with bet365's odds painting a picture of a relatively comfortable afternoon for the home side. Brest's long odds of 6.0 indicate they'll need something special to leave Monaco with anything to show for their efforts.
AS Monaco Recent Performance
Monaco have shown mixed form in their recent outings, with their latest performances demonstrating both resilience and inconsistency. The Monégasques have picked up impressive away victories against Strasbourg (3-1) and Bologna in the Champions League (1-0), showcasing their ability to perform on the road. However, these positive results came after a bit of a wobble, where they suffered a disappointing home defeat to Angers and fell short in a tough away fixture at Nice. The principality club have been particularly impressive in European competition, following up their five-star performance against Red Star Belgrade at home with a solid away win in Italy. Their domestic form has been somewhat patchy though, with just one clean sheet in their last six matches across all competitions. Despite this, Monaco's attacking prowess remains evident, particularly in their recent triumph at Strasbourg where they showed their clinical edge in front of goal. The side appears to be finding their rhythm again after a brief dip in form, though consistency remains the key challenge for the team moving forward.
Stade Brest 29 Historical Performance
Brest have shown mixed fortunes in their recent away outings, displaying both resilience and vulnerability on their travels. Their most recent away day ended in disappointment with a 3-1 defeat at Montpellier, but prior to that, they showed tremendous character to nick a crucial 2-1 victory against Sparta Prague in the Champions League. The Pirates also demonstrated their away-day mettle with an impressive 2-1 win at Reims in Ligue 1, suggesting they're capable of picking up points on the road when they're at their best. The Breton outfit have managed to find the back of the net in each of their last three away matches, though their defensive record has been somewhat patchy, having kept no clean sheets during this spell. Their ability to compete both domestically and in Europe shows a decent level of consistency, but the recent heavy defeat at Montpellier might have dented their confidence somewhat. Overall, Brest's away form suggests they're a side that's always in with a shout, even if they're not always able to come away with the points.
AS Monaco vs Stade Brest 29 Head-to-Head
Monaco have absolutely dominated their head-to-head encounters with Brest, winning seven of their nine meetings, with no draws between the sides. The Monégasques have been particularly formidable on their home turf, securing five victories at the Stade Louis II, while also managing to nick two away wins, including their most recent 2-0 triumph at the Stade Francis-Le Blé. Brest have struggled to make much of an impact in this fixture, managing just two victories, both coming at home. Their inability to secure any points at Monaco's ground highlights the significant challenge they face when travelling to the principality. The Pirates' difficulties against Monaco were further emphasised in their latest encounter, where they failed to find the back of the net in a home defeat, continuing their pattern of struggling against the Red and Whites.
Ranking: AS Monaco vs Stade Brest 29
Monaco currently occupy second place in the league table, while Brest find themselves in mid-table, sitting in 12th position. The principality club's lofty position near the summit contrasts sharply with Les Pirates' more modest standing in the middle of the pack, with ten places separating the two sides in the current standings.
