The Ligue 1 clash between Paris FC and Monaco promises an intriguing showdown this weekend as the capital club hosts the high-flying visitors at Stade Jean Bouin. Paris FC, under Antoine Kombouare, have rediscovered form since the departure of Stephane Gilli in February, going five matches unbeaten and climbing to 13th in the table.
Meanwhile, Monaco arrive in scintillating form, having won six consecutive matches and remaining unbeaten away in 2026. Despite suffering heavy defeats to top teams in Europe, including a rout by Real Madrid where stars like Mbappé and Vinícius shone after a 6-1 defeat, the highlight was posted by Sports Extra via their YouTube channel. their league form and continental experience still make them a formidable challenge for Paris FC.
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Softfootball reported that such high-profile matches have only sharpened Monaco’s competitiveness ahead of this crucial Ligue 1 clash.
Paris FC’s resurgence includes consecutive home wins over Nice (1-0) and Le Havre (3-2), marking a rare hat-trick of home victories since their top-flight return. However, overcoming Monaco, who have shown resilience even in high-pressure games like fighting back against Manchester City at the death, will be a stern test.
Memories of November’s triumph in Monaco offer some hope for the hosts, but Monaco’s combination of European pedigree and consistent league form makes them favourites to extend their winning streak.
Team News
Paris FC welcome Rudy Matondo back from suspension but are without key players due to injury, including Jean-Philippe Krasso (knee), Julien Lopez (back), Pierre-Yves Hamel (calf), and Ciro Immobile, who is ill. Ilan Kebbal could return after a scoring drought since January, aiming to add to his 12 goal contributions this season.
Monaco’s squad is missing Caio Henrique (thigh), Kassoum Ouattara (knee), Paris Brunner (hamstring), Vanderson, and long-term absentees Takumi Minamino and Mohammed Salisu, but their firepower remains intact with Folarin Balogun, Golovin, and Akliouche ready to start.
Possible Lineups
Paris FC: Trapp; Camara, Coppola, Mbow, Sangui; Munetsi, Lees-Melou, Matondo; Ikone, Geubbels, Simon
Monaco: Hradecky; Kehrer, Zakaria, Faes; Teze, Coulibaly, Camara, Mawissa; Akliouche, Golovin; Balogun
Where to watch
| Region / Country | TV / Streaming Platforms | Notes / Kickoff Time (Local) |
| United States | Paramount+, FOX One | Check local listings for live coverage |
| United Kingdom | DAZN, TNT Sports 1 | Local time: 19:45 BST |
| France | Canal+, beIN Sports | Streaming via Canal+ App or beIN Connect |
| Italy | Sky Sport, DAZN | Local time: 20:45 CEST |
| Australia | beIN Sports | Live at 04:45 AM AET, Saturday, April 11 |
| Global / Other Regions | Amazon Prime Video, Selected Local Broadcasters | Availability varies by territory |
