Monaco – Real Sociedad : Preview & Prediction
AS Monaco, undefeated leader of its group B in front of Real Sociedad 2 points behind and in front of PSV 3 lengths behind, can validate its direct qualification for the 1 / 8th finals in the event of victory on the Rock. After an encouraging first leg in the Basque Country (1-1), the Principality’s club has the cards in hand in its stadium where it remains undefeated since September 11. The “Red and White” remain on 2 draws all the same positive against PSV Eindhoven (0-0) and against Lille (2-2) this November 19 after having made a comeback because led 0-2 after 10 minutes . Kovac’s team has character and aims to be ambitious on all fronts. Real Sociedad is undefeated in this group like its opponent of the day but the latter pays a high price for its 3 draws in 4 days at PSV (2-2), ahead of Monaco (1-1) and against Sturm Graz (1-1) . Faced with the Austrian club, the red lantern of the group, the current 2nd in Liga can feed huge regrets because of his great domination (70% possession, 30 shots, 7 on target). Two lost points that could be expensive in the end. Real Sociedad is in a bit of trouble since the latter was hooked by FC Valencia (0-0) this weekend and lost its place of leader to the detriment of Real Madrid. The Spanish club landed on the Rock with doubts.
A victory would send Monaco to the Round of 16 of the Europa League.
ASM has the best defense in the group with only 2 goals conceded.
The “Red and White” had drawn in the first leg (1-1).
Monaco has not lost to Louis II since 6 receptions (4 wins and 2 draws).
Real Sociedad have won only 1 time in their last 4 meetings in all competitions.
AS Monaco knows what to do for this last group match at Louis II … The “Red and White” should manage to take the 3 points against their runner-up and qualify for the 1 / 8th of final.
Monaco – Real Sociedad : Betting Tips
Monaco – Win Odds: 2.25
Both teams to score / YES – Odds: 1.70
Over 2.5 Goals – Odds: 1.70