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On Saturday evening, Monaco narrowly defeated Strasbourg in a thrilling match that saw the home side take all three points thanks to a late penalty from striker Benjamin "Ben" Yedder. The game was played at the Stade Louis-II in Nice and it was a tightly contested affair throughout. Both teams created chances throughout the match, with both goalkeepers making key saves to keep the score level. However, it was Monaco who took the lead in the 89th minute when defender Marcelo Bielsa headed home a corner kick from Yannick Carrasco. The goal proved to be enough for Monaco to secure all three points and move up to third place in the Ligue 1 table. Yedder's late penalty ensured that Monaco would not concede any more goals as they held on to their lead until the final whistle. It was a solid performance from Monaco, who showed great composure and determination in front of goal. They were also well organized defensively, which allowed them to hold off Strasbourg and claim the victory. Overall, this was a closely fought match that saw both teams put in a good effort. However, it was Monaco who came out on top, thanks to their strong finishing and defensive work. It was a well-deserved win for the Principality club, who now look set to finish the season in the top three. |
