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2024-25 UEFA Champions League: Matchday 6 Preview
Group H
Matchday 6
9 November 2024
Strasbourg vs. MonacoStade de la Meinau, Strasbourg18:45 CET
With five matchdays in the books, the race to the knockout stages is nearing a close in UEFA Champions League Group H. Leaders Chelsea have already secured their place in the next round, while Salzburg and Marseille are tied on seven points apiece, just one ahead of fourth-place Dinamo Zagreb.
Strasbourg and Monaco will face off in a crucial matchday six clash at the Stade de la Meinau. The two sides are level on four points, but Monaco hold the advantage on goal difference. A win for either side would boost their chances of reaching the knockout rounds.
Strasbourg have been in impressive form in the Champions League this season, winning two of their five matches and drawing the other three. They will be confident of getting a result against Monaco, especially with the match being played at home.
Monaco will be without several key players for the match, including suspended defender Benoit Badiashile and injured midfielder Youssouf Fofana. However, they will still be confident of getting a result against Strasbourg, especially with the likes of Wissam Ben Yedder and Aleksandr Golovin in their ranks.
The match is likely to be a close and entertaining affair, with both sides needing a win to boost their chances of reaching the knockout stages.
Prediction: Strasbourg 1-3 Monaco