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Under new management, Monaco will look to return to winning ways when they host Tottenham Hotspur in this UEFA Champions League (UCL) league phase encounter. The Ligue 1 side remain unbeaten at home this season but have struggled to convert draws into victories, while Spurs are aiming to maintain their solid start under Thomas Frank in Europe.

Monaco head into this fixture having drawn their last three matches in all competitions. That run began with a spirited 2-2 comeback against Manchester City on matchday two of the UCL and was extended over the weekend with a 1-1 draw against Angers in new manager Sébastien Pocognoli’s debut. The Belgian coach faces an immediate challenge to reinvigorate his team, who are now winless in five Champions League outings (D2, L3).

Their home form this season has been respectable — Monaco are unbeaten at the Stade Louis II in all competitions (W3, D2) — yet they have struggled to make that advantage count in Europe, winning just one of their last four UCL home fixtures (D1, L2). Pocognoli’s men have shown attacking intent but remain defensively fragile, conceding at least twice in each of their last three matches in the competition.

Tottenham arrive in the principality with a point to prove after losing 2-1 away to Aston Villa in the Premier League, a result that ended their seven-match unbeaten run across all competitions. Their UCL campaign, however, has started positively with a win and a draw from two games, offering Thomas Frank a chance to make history as the first Tottenham manager to go unbeaten in his first three Champions League matches in charge.

Despite a mixed run domestically, Spurs have been prolific on their travels, scoring in every away game this season and averaging more than two goals per match. However, their recent European away record leaves room for improvement — they have won just one of their last seven Champions League fixtures on the road (D2, L4). The one positive omen is that their most recent victory in France came against Marseille in 2022, a memory they’ll look to replicate.

Riwayat Head-to-Head

The sides have faced each other four times previously, with Monaco holding the edge (W2, D1, L1). Their two victories both came during the 2016/17 Champions League group stage, each ending 2-1 in favour of the French club.

Interestingly, all four prior meetings saw both teams find the net, suggesting an open contest could be in store once again. Monaco’s home record against English clubs also inspires confidence — they have lost only once in eight such matches at the Stade Louis II (W5, D2, L1), a record that underlines their pedigree in these fixtures.

Statistik dan Streak Panas

• Monaco have conceded at least twice in each of their last three Champions League games.
• Their five home fixtures this season across all competitions have averaged 4.8 goals per game.
• Both teams have scored in five of Tottenham’s last six matches.
• Spurs have scored at least twice in all six of their competitive away games this season (W3, D2, L1).

Key Players to Watch and Missing Players

Monaco’s Folarin Balogun, formerly of Arsenal, will relish facing Spurs. The American striker has been in lively form, netting twice in his last three appearances for club and country, including Monaco’s opener in a 1-1 draw with Strasbourg.

His pace and finishing ability could be key to unsettling Tottenham’s backline.

For Spurs, Muhammad Kudus continues to grow in influence.

The Ghanaian attacker has contributed four goal involvements (two goals, two assists) in his last four appearances across all competitions and has been booked twice in Tottenham’s last three away matches, highlighting both his aggression and importance in the final third.

Monaco will be without Paul Pogba and former Tottenham defender Eric Dier through injury, depriving Pocognoli of valuable experience in midfield and defence. Tottenham, meanwhile, are sweating on the fitness of captain Cristian Romero, who missed the weekend defeat to Villa with a minor knock but could return to strengthen their defensive line.

Tactical Overview

Monaco are likely to set up in a flexible 4-2-3-1 system, seeking to dominate possession while relying on quick transitions through Balogun and Takumi Minamino. Pocognoli has favoured a more expansive approach in his early matches, but defensive organisation will be a key focus if Monaco are to avoid being exposed by Tottenham’s pace and movement.

Thomas Frank’s Tottenham will likely play with their familiar intensity and pressing structure, looking to control midfield through Yves Bissouma and Pape Matar Sarr while exploiting spaces down the flanks. Kudus and Son Heung-min will be tasked with stretching Monaco’s defence, while Richarlison or Brennan Johnson could provide the focal point up front depending on rotation.

Spurs’ ability to press high and transition quickly could cause Monaco major problems, particularly if the hosts attempt to play out from the back under pressure.

Analisis Taruhan

Tottenham’s greater European experience and attacking depth make them slight favourites heading into this contest. Their record of scoring freely on the road, combined with Monaco’s recent defensive frailties, suggests the visitors have the upper hand.

Backing Tottenham to win looks a strong option, especially considering Monaco’s ongoing winless run in the Champions League. Alternatively, punters might look at over 2.5 goals given both sides’ attacking tendencies and the high goal averages in Monaco’s recent home fixtures.

Prediction: Monaco 1–3 Tottenham

Tottenham’s firepower and superior organisation should see them outclass a Monaco side still adapting under new management. The hosts may threaten early, but Spurs’ quality in transition and experience in big European nights should prove decisive as they edge closer to qualification.

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