Lorient Crushes AS Monaco Reduced to Ten Players at Home
Lorient dominates at Stade du Moustoir: AS Monaco, reduced to ten men, falls 3-1 to the Bretons despite a late goal from Ansu Fati. A victory that reinforces the Merlus’ home power and leaves the Monegasque side with more questions than answers.
Early tension and a shocking red card
The Stade du Moustoir was buzzing from the first whistle. Both teams tried to assert control, but Lorient looked sharper and more determined. Le Bris and Bamba had early attempts, while Minamino tried creative responses for Monaco. The balance shifted dramatically when Thilo Kehrer received a second yellow card at the 38th minute, leaving Monaco down to ten men. Lorient quickly capitalized: Mohamed Bamba volleyed in a cross from Kouassi at the 40th minute, giving the home side a well-deserved 1-0 lead.
Lorient dominates and extends the lead
After Kehrer’s dismissal, Lorient controlled the tempo completely. The Merlus maintained possession, created clear chances, and repeatedly tested Philipp Köhn. The second half saw tactical changes from both teams, but Lorient continued to dominate. In the 76th minute, Pablo Pagis scored following a build-up led by Soumano, doubling the lead and highlighting Monaco’s struggles to threaten despite their remaining players.
Pagis seals the victory as the crowd erupts
Just six minutes later, Pagis struck again with a precise finish, making it 3-0. Lorient’s confidence and efficiency in the final third left Monaco helpless, while the home crowd celebrated a dominant performance. The Merlus’ numerical advantage and clarity in attack ensured total control of the match’s narrative.
Fati saves some pride for Monaco
When the game seemed sealed, Ansu Fati provided a small consolation for the visiting fans and converted a penalty in the 98th minute, his fourth goal in Ligue 1 McDonald’s, marking the final score 3-1. Despite Fati’s effort, Monaco leaves Brittany frustrated.
