Monaco vs Reims Predictions

AS Monaco v Stade de Reims predictions for this Ligue 1 clash. Monaco host Reims at Stade Louis II on Friday, with both sides seeking to end poor Ligue 1 form.Monaco host Reims at Stade Louis II on Friday, with both sides seeking to end poor Ligue 1 form. Read on for all our free Ligue 1 predictions and betting tips.

Ligue 1 | Feb 28, 2025 at 7:45pm UK at Stade Louis II.

Monaco vs Reims Predictions

Can Monaco Regain Their Momentum, or Will Reims Extend Their Resurgence?

• Monaco’s Home Strength: Les Rouge et Blanc have won four of their last five matches at the Stade Louis II, showing strong form at home.
• Defensive Worries for Both Sides: Monaco have conceded in nine of their last 11 home games, while Reims have failed to keep a clean sheet in their last 12 Ligue 1 matches.
• Reims’ Struggles in the League: Samba Diawara’s side are winless in 11 straight league matches, and they have not scored a Ligue 1 goal since he took charge.

Best Bet for Monaco vs Reims

Friday night’s Ligue 1 fixture at the Stade Louis II sees two sides in desperate need of stability go head-to-head. Monaco, once seemingly comfortable in the race for Champions League qualification, are now battling inconsistency, while Reims, struggling to break their winless league streak, come into this fixture off the back of an uplifting cup victory. For both clubs, this match is more than just another game—it’s an opportunity to turn things around.

For Monaco, the recent weeks have been a rollercoaster. Their dramatic exit from the Champions League at the hands of Benfica was followed by another major setback—a 2-1 defeat to Lille in a key top-four battle. Despite dominating possession and chances, Adi Hütter’s men were once again let down by a lack of efficiency in both boxes. The result meant that Monaco have now suffered seven defeats in their last 13 matches in all competitions, a worrying slump that has seen them crash out of cup competitions and slide out of the automatic Champions League spots in Ligue 1. The pressure is mounting, and their recent 7-1 demolition of Nantes—while impressive—came against a side reduced to ten men early on, meaning it may not be a true reflection of their current level.

Reims, meanwhile, have had a tough time in the league, to put it mildly. Since the start of 2025, they have failed to win a single Ligue 1 match, and new boss Samba Diawara is still waiting for his side to score a league goal under his management. The problems are clear—Reims are not just struggling defensively, but their attack has been utterly toothless, failing to find the net in all three of their matches under the new manager. That being said, their spirits were lifted in midweek as they secured a dramatic Coupe de France victory over Angers, winning on penalties to advance to the semi-finals. While it doesn’t erase their league struggles, it may just give them the boost they desperately need.

Best Bet for This Match: Monaco to Win & Both Teams to Score

At BettingTips4You.com, we don’t overwhelm readers with countless predictions. Instead, we provide just one carefully selected tip per match, ensuring clarity and accountability. For this clash, the best bet is Monaco to Win & Both Teams to Score.

Why Back This Prediction?

Despite their inconsistencies, Monaco’s home form remains strong. They have won four of their last five matches at the Stade Louis II and boast one of the best home records in Ligue 1, having won eight of their 12 games on their own turf. Even with their recent struggles, they still have the attacking quality to break down Reims, particularly with Mika Biereth settling in well and Takumi Minamino rediscovering his form. The hosts have scored at least three goals in each of their last three home league fixtures, and against a fragile Reims side, they should be able to continue that trend.

However, keeping a clean sheet is another story. Monaco have now gone eight games without managing a shutout, and they have conceded in nine of their last 11 home matches. While Reims’ goal-scoring woes have been glaring, it’s difficult to imagine their drought lasting forever—especially after the confidence boost from their Coupe de France victory. They have managed to score away at both Marseille and PSG this season, proving they can pose a threat against strong opposition when given space.

“Monaco’s attacking quality should be enough to secure the win, but their defensive vulnerabilities make a clean sheet unlikely. Reims will have chances, but the hosts should ultimately come out on top.” – BettingTips4You.com expert Emmanuel Nwankwo.

Likely Correct Score: Monaco 3-1 Reims

Monaco’s attacking firepower should be too much for a Reims side still finding its feet under new management, but given the hosts’ defensive issues, an away goal seems likely. A 3-1 victory for Monaco looks the most probable outcome, with the home side taking advantage of their superior quality in the final third while conceding a consolation goal to the visitors.

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