Résumé:
AS Monaco comes back from a 1-0 deficit to defeat Strasbourg, with Eliesse Ben Seghir scoring a double and securing an important victory in the race for the top spots in Ligue 1.
Histoire complète :
In a thrilling match, AS Monaco came from behind to defeat Strasbourg 3-1 in Ligue 1. Despite trailing until the 79th minute, Monaco showed character and composure to turn the game around. Eliesse Ben Seghir’s brace proved crucial in securing the vital victory that keeps Monaco’s hopes alive in the race for the top positions. Strasbourg, who had been undefeated at home, posed a difficult challenge for Monaco, but they managed to prevail in a match full of twists and turns.
Monaco’s performance was not smooth sailing, as they struggled to convert their offensive intentions and often found themselves under pressure. Eventually, they conceded a goal in the first half, with Guéla Doué scoring for Strasbourg. However, Monaco managed to equalize in the 79th minute through a penalty converted by Eliesse Ben Seghir after a handball by Diego Moreira. This goal shifted the momentum in Monaco’s favor, and they took the lead in the 89th minute with Ben Seghir’s second goal. To seal the victory, George Ilenikhena scored in the final seconds of the match.
AS Monaco’s coach, Adi Hütter, praised his team for their second-half performance and the contributions of Eliesse Ben Seghir. He acknowledged that Monaco had room for improvement in the first half but was impressed by their reaction in the final 45 minutes. Hütter expressed his satisfaction with the young players in his squad and emphasized the importance of developing their potential. He believed that occasional defeats could contribute to the team’s growth and expressed confidence in their ongoing project.
With this comeback victory, AS Monaco has moved up to the second position in Ligue 1, only three points behind Paris Saint-Germain. The win injects confidence back into the team after two consecutive defeats and extends their unbeaten streak in the Champions League. Eliesse Ben Seghir’s double, at just 19 years old, symbolizes the positive momentum for Monaco. As they enter the international break, Monaco is fully engaged in the fight for the top spots and European ambitions.
Source:
Monaco Tribune
