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AS Monaco host Paris Saint-Germain this weekend in a highly anticipated clash marked by the return of Paul Pogba and the mounting pressure both teams are carrying. The Monegasque side arrive in a difficult moment: three straight defeats in Ligue 1, eight goals conceded in their last two matches, and a drop to eighth place. The French international’s comeback provides an emotional lift for a team that urgently needs to respond.
Facing them is the league leader, a PSG side that, despite inconsistencies, remains the standard in French football. Luis Enrique’s men have won three straight league matches and hold a two-point lead over closest challengers Marseille and Lens.
Pogba Returns at the Exact Moment Monaco Need Him Most
Paul Pogba made his Monaco debut after more than two years and two months without competing. His arrival comes at a delicate moment: the team has lost defensive solidity, dropped ground in the standings and now faces the league leader in need of a strong reaction.
Monaco hope the World Cup winner’s leadership and experience can bring balance to a midfield that has struggled heavily in recent weeks. The challenge, however, is enormous. Their opponent is a PSG team which, despite certain vulnerable moments, remains dominant whenever they activate their explosive attacking rhythm.
Luis Enrique Evaluates PSG’s Condition and the European Challenge
While Monaco look for answers, Luis Enrique approaches the match with optimism following their demanding Champions League outing against Tottenham. The coach highlighted that, even without having his full squad available, his team is performing at a high level.
“We have twelve points in the Champions League and we’re top of the league without having played a single match with all our players fully fit,” he said. The manager acknowledged that they still await goals from players like Ousmane Dembélé and Desiré Doué, but insists the group continues to grow. He also praised the midfield’s work, particularly Vitinha — who scored a hat-trick against Spurs — along with the solidity of Fabián Ruiz and Joao Neves.
Luis Enrique also highlighted the atmosphere at the Parc des Princes, calling it crucial in helping PSG come from behind twice. “It was a demonstration of what real supporters are,” he stated.
A Decisive Clash at the Top of the Table
This match arrives at a pivotal moment for both teams: PSG aim to protect their lead before entering the most demanding phase of the season, while Monaco need to halt their slump and rediscover their best version. With Pogba back and a PSG side still evolving but strong, the match promises to be one of the standout fixtures of the weekend in France.
