AS Monaco secured three crucial points in a thrilling clash against Brest, ending with a dramatic 3-2 scoreline. From the start, the home team set the tempo at Stade Louis-II, opening the scoring in the 5th minute through Maghnes Akliouche, who fired a precise shot into the top left corner following a well-placed assist from Eliesse Ben Seghir. 

Monaco doubled their lead in the 24th minute, with Aleksandr Golovin finding space outside the box to strike a powerful shot into the net. However, Brest refused to give up, cutting the deficit early in the second half with a header from Abdallah Sima, igniting hopes of a comeback for the visitors.

In the closing moments, the intensity reached its peak. In the 91st minute, Akliouche scored his second goal, extending Monaco’s lead after a lethal counterattack led by George Ilenikhena. Yet, Brest responded swiftly in the 96th minute with a precise header by Ludovic Ajorque, bringing the score to 3-2.

Despite Brest’s final push, Monaco held on to their lead in a nerve-wracking finish. This victory solidifies their position at the top of the table, while Brest will need to regroup and aim for redemption in their next match.