


Ligue 1 moves into Round 18, where Montpellier hosts AS Monaco in a clash of fortunes that go in totally different directions. While Monaco pursues European positions, Montpellier seeks to get out of the relegation places. Both teams head into this game looking for some essential points. Can Monaco capitalize on their attacking power or will Montpellier spring a surprise at home?
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Jean-Louis Gasset's Montpellier is in turmoil. The team sits 18th in Ligue 1, with only two wins this season, and their last outing-a 3-1 loss to Angers-has not helped matters. That was a disastrous game with two red cards shown to Jordan Ferri and Boubakar Kouyate, further limiting their squad options.
The form of Montpellier does not read well: no wins in seven, three losses on the trot, and 29 goals conceded so far. Even at home, they have been inconsistent with a 1W-2D-2L record. Teji Savanier remains their biggest hope and has been a dependable playmaker, but his solo efforts may not be enough to help his team against tougher opposition.
AS Monaco
The Monaco of Adolf Hutter currently lies 3rd in the table, but recent results tend to show that the team is losing momentum. They are winless in their last three outings, including a Coupe de France penalty loss to Reims. Be that as it may, the quality of Monaco is undeniable, with such attackers as Wissam Ben Yedder and Takumi Minamino.
The situation is little different on the road, as they are 1W-2D-2L in the last five road fixtures. Monaco also has a developing worrying habit of allowing the opening goal in four of the last five games. That said, at least, they boast defensive discipline with under 4.5 cards in nine straight and head-to-head dominance over Montpellier as they've won three in a row.
Head to Head
Historically, Monaco leads the way in 12 of the last 20 matches as Montpellier wins just four. The Principality side comes into this match having won the last three meetings. Montpellier has conceded three goals in two of those matches. Recently, their clashes have seen fewer corners going under 10.5 in four of the last five.
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Expert Betting Tips
Monaco Win @ 1.61 Odds on 1xbet:
Considering Monaco's quality and head-to-head record, they are the strong favorites to take all three points against the struggling Montpellier.
Both Teams to Score (BTTS) @ 1.62 Odds on Betway:
Both teams have defensive susceptibilities, so a BTTS bet looks good given Montpellier scored in four of their last five home games.
Under 10.5 Corners @ 1.72 Odds on Bet365:
With the trends of both teams in recent matches, a corner count of under 10.5 corners will be well supported in statistics.
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