Monaco are preparing to kick off their European campaign and the Principality will have a lot to do this Thursday, September 19 against FC Barcelona.
Monaco – Barcelona, a prestigious duel… But as a start, there is probably a simpler way! AS Monaco challenges FC Barcelona, undefeated and current leader of La Liga, this Thursday, from 9pm, for its entry into the new format Champions League. Enough to talk about a dream match and all that follows. Adi Hütter is also looking forward to receiving “Barça at home”. “We can’t have anything better”, the Ligue 1 coach explained in a press conference.
Hansi Flick’s touch is already being felt on the Catalonia side with a balanced and attack-oriented game. The Monegasques will undoubtedly have to be wary of Barcelona’s individualities with the indefatigable Polish centre-forward Robert Lewandowski and especially the national nugget Lamine Yamal. The Blaugranas also have other assets in the squad, starting with Pedri in midfield or Raphinha who is often decisive.
So there are some great players on the pitch for this Monaco – Barça, especially since ASM also has players to show off on the pitch at the Stade Louis II. Breel Embolo, for example, is formidable in finishing, Eliesse Ben Seghir is the little jewel of the Principality, Denis Zakaria densifies the midfield while Thilo Kehrer assures and reassures in central defense. There is quality in all positions.
The Monegasques, however, are starting with some psychological assets. Like Barça, they are undefeated since the start of their Ligue 1 season. Above all, they will be able to rely on the Barça – Monaco match on August 12, which ended in a clear victory in Catalonia. Although it is only a preparation match, and “we can’t compare these matches” tempers Adi Hütter, the Monegasques had still largely dominated their Spanish counterparts, with goals from Camara, Embolo and Mawissa (3-0). And at least two of them will be on the Louis II pitch tonight. It may be a detail, but it is enough to give confidence before the kick-off of the Champions League match.
When, what time and on which channel can you watch Monaco – Barcelona?
The match between Monaco and Barcelona will start this Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 9 p.m. The match, which takes place at the Stade Louis II, will be broadcast by Canal + and to follow on the live commentary on this page.
Probable lineups for Monaco – Barcelona
Faced with the Catalan offensive armada led by Lamine Yamal and Robert Lewandowski, the Monegasques should play in 4-2-3-1.
- Monaco : Köhn – Vanderson, Kehrer, Salisu, Caio Henrique – Zakaria, Camara – Akliouche, Golovin, Ben Seghir – Embolo
- FC Barcelona : Ter Stegen – Koundé, Cubarsi, Martinez, Baldé – Pedri, Garcia, Casado – Yamal, Lewandowski, Raphinha