In a thrilling match filled with twists and turns, substitute Takumi Minamino scored a dramatic 96th-minute winner to give Monaco a 3-2 victory over Strasbourg. The win extends Monaco’s impressive unbeaten run in the league to 10 matches. Despite the loss, Strasbourg put up a great fight, coming back from two goals down to nearly secure a point.
The match was a showcase of Monaco’s strong attack but also highlighted a moment of vulnerability. After controlling most of the game and building a comfortable 2-0 lead, Monaco allowed their opponents to level the score in just three minutes. However, their persistence paid off in the end, with Minamino’s late goal rewarding their overall dominant performance.
🚀 Monaco Takes an Early Lead
Monaco started the game with high intensity and took the lead just six minutes in. Maghnes Akliouche capitalized on a mistake from Strasbourg’s goalkeeper, Mike Penders, and tapped the ball into an empty net. Folarin Balogun, who had been putting pressure on the keeper, doubled Monaco’s lead early in the second half with a calm and precise finish, making it 2-0.
⚡ Strasbourg’s Stunning Fightback
Just when it seemed Monaco was cruising to victory, Strasbourg launched an incredible comeback. Substitute Dilane Bakwa scored a brilliant half-volley to cut the deficit in half. Three minutes later, Strasbourg was awarded a penalty after Caio Henrique fouled Bakwa in the box. Joaquin Panichelli confidently converted the spot-kick, levelling the score at 2-2 and setting up a tense finale.
🏆 Minamino Secures the Win
With the match heading for a draw, both teams pushed for a winner. Strasbourg almost found one, but Monaco’s substitute goalkeeper, Philipp Kohn, made a crucial save. The decisive moment came deep into stoppage time when Akliouche delivered a perfect cross for Takumi Minamino, who headed the ball in at the back post to seal the victory for Monaco. Strasbourg’s difficult evening ended with a red card for Rabby Nzingoula for denying a clear scoring opportunity.
