Summary:
AS Monaco’s European journey comes to an end after a courageous battle against Benfica, resulting in a 3-3 draw but failing to overturn the 0-1 defeat in the first leg.
Full Story:
AS Monaco’s European journey came to an end despite their valiant effort against Benfica. Although they managed a 3-3 draw in the second leg, their 0-1 defeat in the first leg prevented them from advancing in the Champions League. The team is now filled with a mix of regret and pride after this cruel elimination.
AS Monaco started the match strongly with a lot of intensity, but they couldn’t convert their chances into goals. Benfica took the lead against the run of play, but Monaco quickly responded and equalized. They even took the lead in the second half, but a penalty awarded to Benfica changed the momentum of the game. Monaco fought back and regained the lead, but Benfica scored a late equalizer. Despite their efforts, Monaco couldn’t find the winning goal.
Monaco’s defensive vulnerabilities were evident throughout the match, and they paid the price for their mistakes. Although the result is disappointing, Monaco can still hold their heads high and learn from this experience. The team showed great spirit and determination, and they can build on this for future campaigns.
Coach Adi Hütter expressed a mix of pride and disappointment after the match. He acknowledged the team’s mistakes and emphasized the importance of converting chances. Hütter praised the performances of young talents like Eliesse Ben Seghir and Maghnes Akliouche, highlighting their contribution to the team despite the absence of key players. He remains optimistic about the team’s future and the lessons they can learn from this competition.
Source:
Monaco Tribune
