Monaco vs Crvena Zvezda Predictions

Monaco vs Crvena Zvezda predictions, betting tips and match previews for their UEFA Champions League clash. Can the hosts continue their unbeaten start to the campaign? Read on for our free match predictions and betting tips.

Champions League | League Stage | Oct 22, 2024 at 5:45pm UK at Stade Louis II.

Monaco vs Crvena Zvezda Predictions

Will Red Star Finally Find Redemption in Monaco or Face More European Misery?

• Monaco’s attacking dominance: Monaco are averaging 2 goals per game in the Champions League and have missed 1.5 big chances per match, showing both creativity and wastefulness in front of goal.
• Red Star’s away day nightmares: Red Star Belgrade have lost 11 consecutive away games in the Champions League, conceding a staggering 37 goals in that run, underlining their defensive frailties on the road.
• Both teams prone to leaking goals: Monaco have gone 22 consecutive Champions League matches without keeping a clean sheet, and Red Star have conceded 6 goals in their first two matches of this campaign.

Our Tips

Monaco will be looking to extend their impressive unbeaten run this season as they face Red Star Belgrade at the Stade Louis II in a crucial Champions League clash. Adi Hutter’s side have made an excellent start to the campaign, keeping pace with the best in Ligue 1 while proving their mettle in Europe. Despite a recent goalless draw with Lille, their confidence remains high, particularly after their dramatic comeback against Dinamo Zagreb in their last Champions League outing. Monaco are solidly built and seem to be clicking in all the right areas, but their European journey faces a fresh test in Red Star Belgrade.

For Red Star, domestic dominance contrasts sharply with their struggles on the European stage. They’ve been a powerful force in Serbia, yet their performances in the Champions League have been anything but inspiring. Red Star have lost both of their opening fixtures in this season’s competition, and their away form in Europe is nothing short of dismal. As they head to Monaco, the visitors will be desperate to break a 12-match winless streak in the competition, but they’ll need something special to cause an upset.

Best Bet: Monaco to Win and Both Teams to Score

Backing Monaco to win with both teams finding the net is our standout betting tip for this fixture, and there’s plenty of data to support this prediction. Firstly, Monaco have been consistently strong in front of goal this season, both domestically and in Europe. With an average of two goals per game in the Champions League so far, their attacking firepower—led by key contributors like Breel Embolo and Maghnes Akliouche—should be enough to overpower a shaky Red Star defence.

While Red Star’s form on the road has been abysmal, conceding 37 goals in their last 11 Champions League away matches, they do possess some attacking potential. Luka Ilic has shown sparks of brilliance, and their recent 5-1 demolition of Radnicki Nis, with Ilic bagging a hat-trick, suggests they are capable of finding the back of the net even against tougher opposition. Monaco’s own defensive record is worth considering, as they have yet to keep a clean sheet in the Champions League this season, conceding an average of 1.5 goals per game.

Emmanuel Nwankwo, our expert at BettingTips4You.com, summarised the reasoning well:

“Monaco have the quality to win comfortably, but their defensive frailties mean they’re likely to concede. A Monaco win with both teams to score looks like a smart bet, especially with Red Star showing they can cause problems going forward even if their defence leaks goals.”

It’s also telling that Red Star have failed to win in their last 12 away European games, and their defence has been particularly porous. However, Monaco themselves have gone 22 consecutive Champions League games without a clean sheet, making it hard to imagine a scenario where Red Star don’t at least nab a goal. This prediction strikes a balance between the attacking prowess of Monaco and their tendency to give away chances, suggesting a match that will be open but ultimately controlled by the home side.

Correct Score Prediction: Monaco 4-1 Red Star Belgrade

Given the dynamics of the two teams, a 4-1 victory for Monaco looks like a plausible outcome. Monaco’s ability to create big chances—averaging three per game in this competition—combined with Red Star’s defensive vulnerabilities suggests a high-scoring affair. The visitors’ defensive struggles, particularly away from home, are glaring, as they’ve conceded an average of three goals per game in their last two Champions League matches. On the other hand, Monaco’s attacking efficiency, with 13.5 shots per game and 6.5 on target, should overwhelm the Serbian side.

A large part of this prediction comes down to the sheer firepower Monaco have at their disposal. Embolo, Akliouche, and Zakaria have all contributed to a fluid attack that is likely to exploit Red Star’s weaknesses. At the same time, Red Star’s inability to keep a clean sheet, coupled with Monaco’s own defensive lapses, points to the visitors scoring at least once—most likely from a quick counter or set-piece situation. But with Red Star conceding an average of 3 goals per game in Europe, it’s hard to see them keeping Monaco from adding to their tally throughout the match.

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