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2d ago

Monaco Held by Le Havre as Ligue 1 Champions League Race Tightens

Monaco's draw sees them drop critical points, with Nice, Strasbourg, and Lyon closing in on automatic qualification spots; Montpellier relegated and Le Havre moves into play-off position.

Georges Mikautadze (2nd-R) volleyed home a fine fourth goal for Lyon against Rennes

Overview

  • AS Monaco drew 1-1 with Le Havre, remaining in second place on goal difference but under pressure from rivals Nice, Strasbourg, and Lyon with three matches remaining.
  • OGC Nice and RC Strasbourg both secured wins, moving to within one point of Monaco in the race for Champions League qualification.
  • Olympique Lyonnais defeated Rennes 4-1, climbing to fourth place and sitting just one point shy of an automatic qualification spot.
  • Montpellier HSC's relegation to Ligue 2 was confirmed following their poor campaign and Monaco's draw against Le Havre.
  • Le Havre's draw elevated them to 16th place, securing the relegation play-off spot and boosting their survival chances.