In a thrilling match that saw both sides put in their best performances, Monaco defeated Reims 2-1 at the Stade Louis II on Sunday afternoon. The victory was all the more impressive given that it came against one of the form teams in Ligue 1.
The match got off to a slow start as both sides struggled to create any clear-cut chances. However, Monaco started to find their rhythm towards the end of the first half, with a goal from forward Ben Yedder providing the impetus they needed to take control of the game.
Reims responded well to the setback and created several chances of their own in the second half, but were unable to convert them into goals. Despite this, Monaco held firm and were able to see out the final stages of the match to secure the three points.
Goalkeeper Benjamin Kehrer was instrumental in keeping Reims at bay throughout the match, making several crucial saves to keep his team in the contest. His performance earned him Man of the Match honours for the match.
Overall, the match was a testament to the quality of football being played in Ligue 1. Both sides put in excellent displays, and it will be interesting to see how they fare in the coming weeks.