The 5 points to remember after AS Monaco’s victory in Strasbourg
AS Monaco resumed their season with a victory over RC Strabsourg (1-2), thanks to the achievements of Krépin Diatta and Sofiane Diop.
The game: 1-2
AS Monaco is starting its season in the league in the best possible way. But Philippe Clément’s men were hot until the end. As they quietly cruised to victory, the Monegasques saw Habib Diallo score in the dying moments of the header game.
But after viewing the VAR, François Letexier made the decision to cancel the but for an offside position by Alexander Djiku on the action. A decision with serious consequences, since it allows AS Monaco to leave Strasbourg with the three points.
Enough to fill up with confidence before the return match of the third preliminary round of the Champions League against PSV Eindhoven on Tuesday evening (8:30 p.m.).
Dominating in the first period, Axel Disasi’s teammates were rewarded just before the break (0-1, 43) thanks to an exceptional achievement by Krépin Diatta (see below).
Back from the locker room, the Monegasques quickly doubled the lead through Sofiane Diop (0-2, 53′). But a few minutes later, Habib Diallo reduced the score (1-2, 65′). If Strasbourg pushed to equalize, Monaco did not crack and signed a first important victory on the lawn of a competitor for European places.
The gesture: The spark of Krépin Diatta
It is a but from elsewhere. A breathtaking volley, which left no chance for Matz Sels. On the fifth corner in favor of AS Monaco, Axel Disasi deflects the ball with a header. In full float, the ball reaches Krépin Diatta, who with a perfectly balanced propels the leather flush with the right post.
After long months away from the field for a rupture of the cruciate ligaments of the knee, the Senegalese international is regaining its splendor.
Under the orders of Philippe Clément, a coach he loves and whom he has already known in Bruges, Krépin Diatta could well be one of the revelations of the season. This but should bring him the confidence he lacks so much since his arrival on the Rock.
The player: The importance of Sofiane Diop
His coming into play against PSV Eindhoven was already promising. In just ten minutes and yet lacking in rhythm, Sofiane Diop had energized the game of her team, dominating at the end of the match.
Established against Strasbourg due to the withdrawals of many offensive elements (Volland, Golovin, Minamino) while Philippe Clément had affirmed that he was not yet 100% at the level of the rhythm, the French international hope once again showed the full extent of his talent and proved that he will have to be counted on more than ever this season.
Scorer, Sofiane Diop played more than an hour of play, before being replaced by Maghnes Akliouche (66′), who proved dangerous on several occasions.
The number: 24
Like the number of shots taken by AS Monaco in this meeting for 11 shots on target.
The statement: “We like to be scared”
Sofiane Diop: “We like to be scared (smile), but luck, on the cause. We were solid, we left with the three points, that’s the main thing, even if the overall performance was not successful. »