Ligue 1 2024-2025: Monaco vs Reims Prediction

Monaco

Home Team
96%
VS

Reims

Away Team
2%
Draw: 2%
Over 2.5: 63%
Under 2.5: 37%

Current Standings

Pos Team Pl W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Paris SG 23 18 5 0 62 22 40 59
2 Marseille 23 14 4 5 50 29 21 46
3 Nice 23 12 7 4 46 27 19 43
4 Lille 23 11 8 4 38 23 15 41
5 Monaco 23 12 4 7 45 31 14 40
6 Lyon 23 10 6 7 42 30 12 36
7 Strasbourg 23 9 7 7 37 32 5 34
8 Lens 23 9 6 8 26 25 1 33
9 Brest 23 10 3 10 35 38 -3 33
10 Toulouse 23 8 6 9 27 26 1 30
11 Auxerre 23 7 7 9 34 37 -3 28
12 Angers 23 7 6 10 26 34 -8 27
13 Rennes 23 8 2 13 30 32 -2 26
14 Nantes 23 5 9 9 28 40 -12 24
15 Reims 23 5 7 11 26 35 -9 22
16 St Etienne 23 5 4 14 23 53 -30 19
17 Le Havre 23 5 2 16 19 47 -28 17
18 Montpellier 23 4 3 16 21 54 -33 15

Advanced Metrics (Last 5 games)

Monaco

Average Expected Goals (xG): 3.32
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA): 1.50
# Clean Sheets: 0

Reims

Average Expected Goals (xG): 0.73
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA): 2.48
# Clean Sheets: 0

Key Prediction Insights

Monaco is heavily favored to win against Reims, with an overwhelming 96% probability of securing a home victory. The chances of a draw or an away win for Reims stand at a mere 2% each. As both teams occupy different ends of the Ligue 1 table, Monaco sits in 5th place with 40 points, while Reims struggles in 15th position with 22 points. The game is likely to see more than 2.5 goals, with a 63% chance for such an outcome.

Match Analysis

In their recent outings, Monaco has displayed a mixed form with a notable 7-1 demolition of Nantes at home, but they have faltered against stronger teams like Lille and Paris SG, conceding four goals to the latter. Their attacking prowess shines through with an average of 3.6 goals scored in the last five games, yet they have failed to maintain any clean sheets, conceding 1.8 goals on average. Reims, on the other hand, is experiencing a tough spell, losing their last three matches without scoring a single goal. They suffered narrow defeats to Rennes and Angers and a heavy 0-4 loss against Lyon. Reims' offensive struggles are evident, having averaged only 0.4 goals scored per match over their last five games. Defensively, they also concede an average of 1.8 goals per game, highlighting their vulnerabilities.

Final Prediction

Monaco's superior attacking capabilities and higher league position give them a clear edge over Reims in this matchup. With both teams lacking defensive solidity, the game's expected goal tally could be substantial, making it an exciting watch for fans. Keep an eye on Monaco's offensive line, as their ability to convert chances could be the decisive factor in this encounter.