AS Monaco Triumphs with Late Rally to Secure Second in Ligue 1

In a dramatic turn of events at Stade de la Meinau, AS Monaco clinched a crucial 3-1 victory over RC Strasbourg, overcoming a deficit in the final minutes of the match on Saturday. This victory allowed Monaco to recapture second place in Ligue 1, just three points behind Paris Saint-Germain. The hero of the night, Eliesse Ben Seghir, scored two late goals, demonstrating the resilience and fighting spirit of the Monegasques who have been building momentum following their recent Champions League triumph.

Despite a challenging first half where Strasbourg took the lead with a goal from Guéla Doué in the 29th minute, Monaco’s head coach, Adi Hütter, made strategic adjustments during halftime. His substitutions included Christian Mawissa and George Ilenikhena, which gradually shifted the dynamics in favor of Monaco. It wasn't until the 79th minute that Ben Seghir leveled the score with a penalty, following a VAR-confirmed handball by Strasbourg’s Moreira.

The match's climax came in the final moments when Ben Seghir scored his second goal in the 89th minute, with an assist from Maghnes Akliouche. Monaco's triumph was sealed in extra time with a goal from Ilenikhena, marking the team's seventh league win. With this significant victory, Monaco not only solidified their position in the league standings but also boosted their confidence as they head into the international break.