The clash between Monaco and Rennes at Louis II Stadium is considered a ‘turning point match’ that could shape Monaco’s outlook for the remaining part of the season. The home team continues to struggle with serious injury issues; the absence of key players such as first-choice goalkeeper Lukas Hradecky, defender Mohammed Salisu, experienced midfielder Paul Pogba, and Takumi Minamino puts extra pressure on Aleksandr Golovin and emerging talent Maghnes Akliouche. After securing a 0-0 draw against Juventus in the Champions League midweek, Monaco aims to reflect that resilience in their domestic form.
The visiting Rennes side finds itself in a more stable condition. With top scorer Esteban Lepaul leading the attack and midfield organizer Valentin Rongier dictating play, Rennes plan to exploit Monaco’s weakened backline through Breel Embolo’s pace. Below are the key details regarding the Monaco-Rennes encounter.
The Monaco-Rennes showdown will take place on Saturday, January 31. The match is set to begin at 11:05 p.m. Turkish time.
The Ligue 1 Week 20 fixture between Monaco and Rennes, hosted at Stade Louis II, will be televised live on beIN Sports 4.
Monaco: Kohn; Vanderson, Coulibaly, Kehrer, Ouattara; L. Camara, Zakaria; Akliouche, Golovin, Fati; Biereth
Rennes: Samba; Seidu, Jacquet, Brassier; Frankowski, Rongier, Cisse, Blas, Merlin; Embolo, Lepaul
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