The Monegasques hung on but still at the top of their group
Update on the ranking
With this point of the draw, AS Monaco remains at the top of group B with 8 points. Niko Kovac’s men will have the opportunity to validate their ticket for the sequel against Real Sociedad on November 25.
1. AS Monaco (8 points)
2. Real Sociedad (6pts)
3. PSV Eindhoven (5 points)
4. Sturm Graz (1 pt).
It’s over, Monaco and PSV neutralize each other (0-0)!
It is over to Louis II, AS Monaco and PSV therefore leave with a goalless draw 0-0. Everything remains to be done for the men of Kovac who therefore does not yet validate their ticket for the rest of the competition.
3 minutes of additional time
There will be 3 additional minutes to still hope to secure a victory. The Monegasques push, free kick to come.
Monaco hold up well in defense
The tension has fallen for a few minutes to Louis II. The two teams are struggling to animate this end of the meeting.
Diop collapses, the referee does not flinch
In the middle of the race, Sofiane Diop collapsed after contact with Mwene. Not enough to whistle a penalty when the referee was close to the action. It is not reviewed by the VAR either. Good choice.
10 minutes to find the fault
On the approach of the end of regulation time. More than 10 minutes to play Louis II, what make the difference for the Monegasques?
Maripan saves the furniture
The Monegasques multiply defensive errors, that’s a lot for this meeting. Fortunately, the PSV can not take advantage of it. Zahavi is well caught by Maripan.
Diatta to energize this end of the match
Niko Kovac is trying everything at the end of the match. Krepin Diatta’s turn to come into play instead of Volland. The speed of the former resident of Bruges could hurt this defense of PSV.
Monaco pushes to find the loophole
The end of the match is encouraged for Monaco. New offensive led by Sofiane Diop, very fit. Kevin Volland is found but his strike is blocked by Teze. A little less than 20 minutes to play in regulation time.
Tchouaméni very close to opening the brand!
On a good combination, Golovin addresses a good center for Tchouaméni. The head of the French international is saved on the line by PSV captain Ramalho. Big opportunity for the Monegasques.
Ben Yedder takes over instead of Boadu
The offensive captain of AS Monaco comes into play in place of the young Myron Boadu. Another frustrating game for the Dutchman tonight.
The PSV in the hard physically
PSV players continue to show signs of fatigue. Jordan Teze’s turn to get down, it’s obviously cramps for the Dutchman. Still, it’s been several times that the players of Eindhoven declare that they are exhausted. An important data perhaps to make the difference in this end of the meeting for Monaco.
Half an hour to make a difference
A little less than 30 minutes in regulation time to make the difference for Kovac’s troops. Still O-0 for the moment.
Doan takes the place of Carlos Vinicius
The Brazilian will not continue the meeting, it is Ritsu Doan who comes into play as planned. While Philipp Max also seems very tired. The organizations of the Dutch are very blunt.
Carlos Vinicius on the ground
After Vertessen just before half-time, Carlos Vinicius is on the ground. The former Monaco striker seems to be complaining about the adductors. Doan stands ready to enter, although the Brazilian holds his place for the time being.
Monaco meets rhythm
Things are better for the Monegasques at the start of the second half. The changes made by Niko Kovac are good and the attacks are increasing. The meeting finally gets carried away!
The big opportunity for Boadu
In the process, Monaco replied. Sofiane Drop sends a wonderful ball to Myron Boadu in the box. The Dutch striker struggles to control and it is ultimately the goalkeeper of PSV who wins.
First thrill for Nübel
In this meeting without yet any shots on target, Zahavi tries his luck in first intention. His half-volley passes right next to Nübel’s goal.
3 changes on the Monegasque side at half-time
Niko Kovac must have felt that things were not going well during this first period. The Croatian technician brings in new blood for this second period with Sofiane Diop, Aleksandr Golovin and Djibril Sidibé and therefore probably a change of system.
Here we go again !
Louis II kicks off the second half. 45 minutes to make the difference and find the loophole for the Monegasques, held in check for the moment (0-0).
It’s half time (0-0)!
The referee whistles half-time to Louis II. Sterile domination of PSV who failed to materialize their best first half than the Monegasques. 0-0 at the break. We will have to do better in the second half to hope to grab the 3 points for Niko Kovac’s men.
Vertessen forced to give up his place
Very prominent in this first half, Vertessen is forced to give up his place. The young Belgian got down to the ground and seems to be complaining of pain in his ribs. He is replaced by Bruma.
It goes above for Boscagli
The PSV defender tries his luck from afar, it spins clearly above Nübel’s cage.
Tchouaméni takes away a great opportunity for PSV
PSV continue to attack as half time approaches. On another intrusion into the opponent’s area, Philipp Max sends a good cross back but Tchouaméni and removes a ball that seemed to go straight into the feet of Carlos Vinicius.
Maripan as boss
This time, Maripan defends well on Vertessen who again tried to overtake the Chilean defender. But the Monegasque experience paid off.
Nübel is doing well
On a not very academic outing, Alexander Nübel however manages to receive with the help of his central defenders.
Monaco struggles to get the ball out
The half hour of play has passed to Louis II, still 0-0 between Monaco and PSV. The Monegasques are struggling to put their foot on the ball and suffer. Too much technical waste and a lack of movement crying for the moment on the side of the club of the Principality.
Assaults multiply on Monegasque cages
The threat is strong in the Monegasque area and the assaults of the attackers of the PSV surge. It agitates Niko Kovac on the Monegasque bench.
Maripan gives an interesting free kick to PSV
Caught up in speed, Guillermo Maripan catches young Vertessen and receives a yellow card. It gives a good free kick to PSV, 25 meters from Nübel’s cages. Zahavi runs into the Monegasque wall.
Volland well belted
On a good ball sent by Jean Lucas, Kevin Volland tries to turn around to get into a striking position. The German is well taken by the defenders of the PSV.
PSV, a twirling attack and a crumbly defense
In 21 games played since the start of the season, PSV have found the net 50 times but also conceded 28 goals. Monaco is warned, there will be shots to play tonight.
First heat on the cages of PSV
In difficulty at the start of the match, AS Monaco managed to find the gap with Caio Henrique on the left side. The Brazilian serves in withdrawal Myron Boadu whose strike is countered. Goal kick, when it should have been a corner for the Monegasques …
Vertessen already met fire on his side
Monaco suffered at the start of the game, especially in the left lane where Vertessen managed to interfere. His center is deflected for a corner but be careful, it has already been several times that the Belgian is signaled.
Sangaré starts strong
The former Toulouse midfielder is already very active in the midfield of PSV. We see him a lot in these first minutes, victorious in several of his duels.
Drommel wins in the air
Myron Boadu is wanted in the penalty area for the first time in the game. However, the ball landed in the gloves of the PSV goalkeeper, Drommel, who came out well.
Max’s daring attempt
First interesting free kick for PSV, just over thirty meters. Philipp Max decides to kick him but finds a Monegasque in his path.
PSV is already meeting the pressure
The Dutch did not plan to make it easier for the Monegasques. Roger Schmidt’s men are already looking to settle in the opposing camp.
Monaco three behind
The pattern for which Niko Kovac has opted is already emerging. We are well behind on the ASM side with Disasi, Maripan and Badiashile. Aguilar and Caio Henrique will animate the sides.
Let’s go !
The kick is given ! Let’s go for this Monaco-PSV Eindhoven.
PSV supporters are already making noise
Park full, 900 supporters of PSV Eindhoven this evening at Louis II. It’s already making noise.
The players enter the lawn
The two teams enter the lawn of the Stade Louis II, kick-off imminent (6:45 p.m.), to be followed on RMC Sport 2.
Carlos Vinicius back at the Stade Louis II
Holder with PSV Eindhoven this evening, Carlos Vinicius finds Louis II. Loaned to the Principality’s club by Napoli between January and June 2019, the Brazilian striker had scored 2 goals under the Monegasque tunic.
Disasi will wear the captain’s armband
Wissam Ben Yedder left on the bench, it is Axel Disasi who inherits the captain’s armband tonight against PSV Eindhoven.
900 PSV supporters expected
PSV Eindhoven can count on the support of 900 supporters in the stands of Louis-II.
The lines fell, Ben Yedder on the bench
The composition of Monaco: Nübel – Disasi, Maripan, Badiashile – Aguilar, Fofana, Tchouaméni, Caio – Jean Lucas – Volland, Boadu
The composition of the PSV: Drommel – Tézé, Ramalho, Boscagli, Max – Mwene, Sangare, Gutierrez, Vertessen – Zahavi, Vinicius
Welcome to all !
AS Monaco welcomes PSV Eindhoven for the fourth day of the Europa League. With the opportunity to qualify for the rest of the competition in case of success against the Dutch club. At the top of Group B, the Rocher club has two points ahead of Real Sociead and three points over PSV. Strum Graz, dead last, has not yet unlocked his counter. Niko Kovac’s players won 2-1 in the first leg in the Netherlands. The reunion is scheduled at 6:45 p.m. at the Louis II stadium. A poster to follow on RMC Story, RMC Sport 2 and via our live text RMC Sport.