As Monaco Takes A Strong Lead Against Angers Sco

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AS Monaco Takes a Strong Lead Against Angers SCO

Monaco Dominates Angers in Ligue 1 Clash

Monaco Extends Unbeaten Streak

AS Monaco continued their impressive form in Ligue 1 with a comprehensive 3-0 victory over Angers SCO at the Stade Raymond Kopa.

The Monegasques, who entered the match on a four-game unbeaten streak, controlled possession and dictated the tempo from the outset.

Monaco's dominance paid off in the 27th minute when Wissam Ben Yedder opened the scoring with a clinical finish from close range.

Angers' Struggles Continue

Angers' Winless Run Extended

Angers, on the other hand, found it difficult to gain a foothold in the match and struggled to create clear-cut chances.

The visitors' misery was compounded in the second half when Monaco doubled their lead through Aleksandr Golovin's stunning long-range strike in the 55th minute.

Ben Yedder sealed the victory for Monaco in the 75th minute with a cool finish after a well-worked team move.

Monaco's Champions League Hopes Boosted

Monaco Moves Closer to Top Three

The victory moves Monaco up to third place in the Ligue 1 standings, just two points behind second-placed Marseille.

With just eight matches remaining in the season, Monaco is well-positioned to secure a place in next season's UEFA Champions League.

Angers, meanwhile, remains in 14th place, just four points above the relegation zone.