AS Monaco Secures Commanding Victory Over Auxerre, Climbs to Second in Ligue 1

AS Monaco marked a triumphant return to Ligue 1 action following the international break, overpowering Auxerre with a decisive 3-0 win. This victory at the Abbé-Deschamps stadium propelled Monaco to second place in the league standings, now totaling 10 points. The win sets a confident tone as the team prepares for a significant upcoming match against Barcelona on Thursday, September 19.

The match saw Monaco quickly establish control, with Thilo Kehrer scoring the opener in the 8th minute via a header from Lamine Camara’s corner, marking Camara’s first Ligue 1 assist and Kehrer's second goal for Monaco. The lead was extended in the 25th minute by Vanderson, who capitalized on a precise pass from captain Denis Zakaria. Monaco maintained pressure throughout the first half, though additional scoring opportunities were not converted.

The intensity persisted into the second half, with key attempts by Aleksandr Golovin and Breel Embolo. Substitutes including Takumi Minamino and Folarin Balogun were introduced, enhancing Monaco's attacking options. The final goal materialized in the 89th minute when Zakaria scored off a rebound from Kehrer's header, sealing the match at 3-0. This robust performance underscores Monaco's readiness as they remain undefeated and look ahead to challenging Barcelona in peak condition.