Monaco Struggle at Home as Lorient Aim to Extend Run

France Ligue 1  -  Monaco VS Lorient
Match Time:17-01-2026 02:00 Saturday (GMT+8)
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Monaco host Lorient at Stade Louis II as Ligue 1 resumes for matchday 18. The home side slipped to ninth after a 3-1 loss to Lyon, while Lorient sit just three places below following a 1-1 draw with Metz. Both teams aim to bounce back and secure vital points.

Team Analysis:
Monaco continue to struggle in Ligue 1, having lost three consecutive matches and risking a fourth straight defeat at home against Lorient. Lorient, by contrast, are in strong form, unbeaten in their last four away games and sitting five points above the relegation zone. The upcoming clash pits Monaco’s home challenges against Lorient’s momentum, making it a key fixture for both sides.

Player Situation:
Monaco will be without several key players, including Pogba, Minamino, Salisu, and Hradecky, due to injuries, while others like Mawissa and Fati face fitness concerns. Thilo Kehrer returns from suspension, but Mamadou Coulibaly remains sidelined, and Camara and Diatta are at AFCON. Lorient have fewer issues, with only Panos Katseris doubtful, while Bamba Dieng recently scored his first league goal of the season.

Result Prediction:
Monaco’s confidence is faltering, affecting both their control of matches and overall performance. Their ongoing struggles with form and injuries have compounded the problem. This combination is likely to lead to further dropped points.

Predicted Result: AS Monaco 1-1 FC Lorient.