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Club Brugge to maintain their strong home form with a 2-1 win
Monaco have started brightly in Ligue 1, with three wins from four
Veteran Hans Vanaken will once again be key for Brugge
Explore Bwin’s detailed preview for Club Brugge vs Monaco in the Champions League. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 17:45 BST match.
Fixture: Club Brugge vs Monaco
Date: Thursday, 18 September 2025
Kick-off: 17:45 BST
Venue: Jan Breydelstadion
Match Prediction: Club Brugge 2-1 Monaco
Club Brugge enter this match with strong momentum, having secured three wins in their last five games, including a convincing 6-0 victory over Rangers at home. Their attacking prowess was evident in these matches, particularly against Rangers, where they scored nine goals across two legs.
Monaco, on the other hand, have shown inconsistency, with two wins and a loss in their last three. This suggests that Club Brugge's aggressive and effective attacking play could exploit Monaco's defensive vulnerabilities.
In this encounter, Club Brugge's home advantage and recent form indicate they are likely to dominate possession and create numerous scoring opportunities. Monaco's recent results, including a loss to Lille, highlight their struggles away from home. Given these factors, Club Brugge should be able to secure a victory, though Monaco's ability to score in their recent games suggests they might find the net at least once.
Club Brugge's recent form has been exceptional, with four wins and a draw in their last six matches. Their most notable performances were against Rangers, where they scored a total of nine goals over two legs, showcasing their potent attacking force.
This strong run of form, particularly at home, positions them well for the upcoming match against Monaco. Their ability to score consistently and defend effectively, as seen in their 1-0 win against Zulte-Waregem, should give them confidence heading into this Champions League clash.
Recent Results (all competitions):
Loss: 0-1 vs RAAL La Louviere (A) - Pro League
Draw: 1-1 vs Gent (A) - Pro League
Win: 6-0 vs Rangers (H)
Win: 3-1 vs Rangers (A)
Win: 1-0 vs Zulte-Waregem (A) - Pro League
Win: 3-2 vs Salzburg (H)
Monaco's recent performances have been mixed, with three wins and a loss in their last four. Their victories against Strasbourg and Le Havre both came at home, indicating a stronger performance on their own turf.
However, their away form has been less convincing, as evidenced by the loss to Lille. This inconsistency, particularly in away games, could pose a challenge for Monaco as they face a confident Club Brugge side playing at home.
Recent Results (all competitions):
Win: 2-1 vs Auxerre (A) - Ligue 1
Win: 3-2 vs Strasbourg (H) - Ligue 1
Loss: 0-1 vs LOSC Lille (A) - Ligue 1
Win: 3-1 vs Le Havre (H) - Ligue 1
Romeo Vermant (Muscle) - Doubt
Joaquin Seys (Knock) - Doubt
Aleksandr Golovin (Muscle) - Out
Paul Pogba (Fitness) - Out
Vanderson (Calf) - Doubt
Stanis Idumbo (Hip) - Doubt
Predicted lineup: Jackers, Sabbe, Mechele, Spileers, Meijer, Stanković, Onyedika, Vanaken, Forbs, Tzolis, Tresoldi
Club Brugge's predicted lineup suggests a focus on maintaining their attacking momentum, with key players like Tzolis and Forbs likely to spearhead the offensive efforts. The inclusion of an experienced player like Vanaken should provide stability and leadership on the pitch.
Predicted lineup: Hradecky, Teze, Dier, Mawissa, Caio Henrique, Zakaria, Camara, Akliouche, Biereth, Ilenikhena, Balogun
Monaco's predicted starting lineup suggests the need for a balanced approach, focusing on both defensive solidity and exploiting counter-attacking opportunities. In attack, Balogun and Biereth will look to make the most of opportunities that may arise.
Christos Tzolis vs Jordan Teze: Tzolis's attacking flair will be tested against Teze’s defensive tenacity on the flank.
Hans Vanaken vs Dennis Zakaria: Vanaken's creative influence in midfield will face a stern challenge from Zakaria's defensive discipline.
Hans Vanaken (Club Brugge): His ability to dictate play and create scoring opportunities will be crucial for Club Brugge's success.
Folarin Balogun (Monaco): Balogun's pace and finishing up top could be key to unlocking Club Brugge's defence.
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