Lille vs Monaco Prediction 24.08.2025
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Lille vs Monaco Prediction
Lille vs Monaco Prediction and Betting Tips for Matchday 2 of the French Ligue 1, set for Sunday, August 24 at the Stade Pierre-Mauroy. Both clubs come into this one with contrasting opening results, making it a fascinating early test. In this article, you’ll discover Ligue 1 Predictions from XpertStats tipsters.
- Lille begin their home campaign after a wild 3-3 draw with Brest on opening weekend.
- Monaco started strong with a 3-1 victory over Le Havre, aiming for back-to-back wins.
- Olivier Giroud scored on his Lille debut and looks key to their attacking firepower.
- Monaco have not beaten Lille away since May 2022, with recent struggles on the road.
Lille’s season started with chaos. A 3-3 draw away to Brest, where they twice gave away multi-goal leads, left Bruno Genesio scratching his head. Still, there were positives. Olivier Giroud, the veteran striker, netted on debut, while the team created plenty of chances. Returning home now, Lille can lean on a fortress-like record: only two defeats in 17 home matches last season. Can they steady the ship? That’s the real question.
Injuries have complicated things. Ousmane Toure is ruled out long-term, Ethan Mbappe and Tiago Santos remain sidelined, and several others are doubtful. On the flip side, Thomas Meunier is back from suspension, likely adding balance to the right side. Genesio might also hand Mathias Fernandez-Pardo a first start. The challenge is clear: tighten up defensively while keeping that attacking spark alive.
Monaco, meanwhile, began brightly with a 3-1 win over Le Havre. Eric Dier, of all people, grabbed a goal, joined by Akliouche and a helping hand from an own goal. Adi Hutter’s men looked solid, but here’s the catch: away trips to Lille have haunted them. No victory in Lille since May 2022, and a string of frustrating draws and defeats. If they want to be taken seriously in the Champions League race, breaking that streak feels crucial.
Summer signings add intrigue. Paul Pogba is still building fitness, Ansu Fati won’t feature until after September, but Lukas Hradecky looked sharp in goal on debut. Folarin Balogun might return up front, and if he does, Monaco’s attack suddenly looks very dangerous. Still, it’s hard to call this one cleanly. Lille’s home edge versus Monaco’s momentum it feels like a classic Ligue 1 clash where both sides could easily find the net. No matter the outcome, expect drama, and expect goals. That’s what makes this fixture a highlight for Sunday evening and why it stands out in this week’s Ligue 1 Predictions.
Both teams to score looks highly promising in Lille vs Monaco. Lille’s opener against Brest ended 3-3, highlighting both their attacking power and defensive fragility. Olivier Giroud already opened his account, and with players like Haraldsson and Correia supporting, chances will come. On the other side, Monaco kicked off with a 3-1 win against Le Havre, where Eric Dier surprisingly scored, but more importantly, Akliouche and Minamino looked sharp in attack. Balogun could also return, adding further threat. History points toward goals too: Lille have scored in their last six league games at home, while Monaco haven’t kept a clean sheet in eight of their last 10 away matches. Considering Lille’s defensive injuries and Monaco’s offensive options, it’s hard to see either side shutting the other out. Both teams scoring feels not just possible but probable, especially given how open both looked on Matchday 1.
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