Monaco vs Nantes Preview: Predictions, Team News, Lineups

Nantes aims to escape the Ligue 1 relegation zone in their upcoming match against Monaco at Stade Louis II. Set for matchday 22, Nantes can secure a vital point or victory, while Monaco is looking to improve their standings.

Match Overview: Monaco vs. Nantes

Monaco currently sits in 10th place in Ligue 1 after a 0-0 draw against Nice. The team has experienced a rollercoaster season, following a convincing 4-0 victory over Rennes with a lackluster performance against Nice. They are 11 points behind Marseille, the last team to qualify for the Champions League. However, Monaco remains unbeaten in their last three league matches, keeping clean sheets in all of them.

Recent Form

Monaco has achieved six victories at home this season, with the potential for their first consecutive home wins since August-September 2025. They haven’t conceded a goal in their last three matches, and another clean sheet would equal their longest stretch without conceding since April 2021.

• Last 11 Ligue 1 games against Nantes: 10 wins, 1 draw
• Four matches with four or more goals scored against Nantes

Nantes’ Struggles

In contrast, Nantes has faced significant challenges this season. They have lost four consecutive league matches, with three losses decided by a single goal. Their recent performances include two wins in their last three competitive away games, including a notable 2-0 victory at Marseille. However, Nantes struggles with goal-scoring, having netted only 19 goals this season, the third-lowest tally in the league.

Potential Impact of Recent Results

Nantes could face a fifth consecutive loss, a feat they haven’t achieved in a decade. They have conceded 18 goals across their last four matches against Monaco, earning only one point in that period.

Team News

Injury concerns plague both teams as they prepare for this encounter. Monaco may be without several key players due to recent injuries:

• Paul Pogba (knee)
• Mohammed Salisu (knee)
• Takumi Minamino (knee)
• Lukas Hradecky (knee)
• Wout Faes (ankle sprain, doubtful)

Mauritania midfielder Bahmed Deuff may also miss the game for Nantes due to a knock. Deiver Machado could also be sidelined with a hamstring issue. The introduction of Abakar Sylla, who made his debut last week, may provide some tactical flexibility for Nantes.

Predicted Lineups

Monaco

• Kohn
• Teze
• Zakaria
• Kehrer
• Vanderson
• Camara
• Coulibaly
• Henrique
• Akliouche
• Golovin
• Balogun

Nantes

• Lopes
• Amian
• Youssif
• Cozza
• Centonze
• Coquelin
• Lepenant
• Tabibou
• Cabella
• Abline
• Mohamed

As the match approaches, our prediction leans towards a 2-0 victory for Monaco. With a weak defending record from Nantes, Monaco could take full advantage of scoring opportunities in front of their home crowd.