A Solid Start With Attacking Flair

Under manager Adi Hütter, Monaco made its intentions clear from the opening whistle, taking control of the match and dictating tempo at home. Without Ansu Fati and Paul Pogba, still recovering from injury, the squad found creative alternatives to break through. The opener came from an own goal by Steve Mandanda Lloris after a dangerous cross from Aleksandr Golovin, leaving the goalkeeper helpless.

The home side doubled their lead early in the second half, when veteran signing Eric Dier rose above the defense to head in a pinpoint delivery, sparking celebrations in the stands. The third came from young star Maghnes Akliouche, who calmly finished a fluid team move, further cementing his growing role as a key figure in the squad.

Le Havre Finds a Goal but Struggles to Respond

Though the scoreline looked settled, Le Havre pulled one back in the 67th minute through Rassoul Ndiaye, whose precise strike beat Lukáš Hrádecký. Despite the lifeline, the visitors failed to build momentum. Their defensive lapses and lack of cohesion in midfield left them unable to mount a real comeback.

The visiting side’s resilience was evident in flashes, but overall they lacked the edge to unsettle the Principality side. Monaco managed its lead with composure, keeping control until the final whistle.

Clear Signals for the Season Ahead

This 3-1 victory not only earns Monaco three points but also sends a strong message to its Ligue 1 rivals: the team is ready to fight at the top from day one. Standout performances from Golovin, Dier, and Akliouche highlight the depth and balance of the project moving forward.

For Le Havre, the defeat exposes defensive weaknesses that must be addressed quickly. The challenge now is to adjust their system and regain competitiveness in a league where consistency is crucial.