Résumé:
AS Monaco achieves a draw against Sturm Graz in a preparation match, showing promise despite the result.
Histoire complète :
AS Monaco held Sturm Graz to a 2-2 draw in an intense match during their training camp in Austria. Despite the tie, Monaco displayed some promising performances, similar to their previous match against Cercle Bruges. From the start, Monaco adopted an aggressive strategy, with Takumi Minamino having two significant chances, only to be denied by the Austrian goalkeeper. Against the run of play, Sturm Graz took the lead with a splendid curling strike, but Monaco quickly responded with a penalty converted by Minamino. Just before halftime, a debatable foul in the box allowed the Austrians to take the lead again. In the second half, a brilliant cross from Mohammed Salisu found Eliot Matazo, who equalized for Monaco. Both teams had opportunities to secure the win towards the end of the match, but ultimately, a draw was a fair result. Coach Adi Hütter expressed satisfaction with the team’s performance, highlighting their possession and the challenging conditions. Player Krépin Diatta praised Monaco’s overall play and synergy, stating that the match against Sturm Graz was their best so far in terms of gameplay and commitment.
Source:
Monaco Tribune
