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Monaco Dominates CSKA Sofia in Conference League Opener
15 Oct
Summary
- Monaco leads Ligue 1 table with 14 points after six matches.
- Both teams are unbeaten in their last nine and seven matches respectively.
- Monaco defeated European champions PSG away at the Parc des Princes.
AS Monaco is set to face CSKA Sofia in their inaugural UEFA Conference League match, held at the National Stadium Vasil Levski on Thursday. Both clubs are entering the league phase of the competition, marking significant starts to their European journeys.
CSKA Sofia previously competed in the Europa League this season, reaching the playoff round before being eliminated by OFI. This Conference League appearance will be their second, having failed to advance from the group stage in the 2021-22 season. The Bulgarian side is currently enjoying a seven-match unbeaten run.
AS Monaco, having finished seventh in Ligue 1 last season, secured their spot in the Conference League playoffs. They decisively defeated Gornik Zabrze 7-3 on aggregate to reach the league phase. Monaco is currently leading the French top flight with 14 points from six games and is on an impressive nine-match unbeaten streak, which includes a notable away win against PSG.
Given Monaco's current form and perceived stronger squad, they are favored to win this encounter. The prediction for the match is a 1-2 victory for AS Monaco, with expectations of over 2.5 goals and Monaco scoring first.
