Brest vs Monaco: H2H, prediction and probable lineups — 5 December 2025
On Friday, December 5, in a Ligue 1 clash, Brest will host Monaco on their home turf. Read on for an in-depth look at both teams, as well as our match prediction.
Match preview
Brest come into this fixture in fine form—Éric Roy's men have picked up back-to-back wins in Ligue 1. First, they edged out Metz 3-2, with Del Castillo converting a penalty deep into stoppage time to snatch victory in the 100th minute. In the following round, Brest traveled to Strasbourg and pulled off another late win, this time 2-1, once again securing all three points in the dying moments.
After a rocky start to the season, the team—who were playing Champions League football just last year—have climbed to 11th place. While this isn’t quite the level the club aspires to, it’s a notable improvement from their early-season crisis. If Brest keep up this momentum, they could well find themselves fighting for a place higher up the table.
As for Monaco, the Monegasques stunned everyone last round by defeating PSG 1-0. Although the Parisians are far from their peak at the moment, beating them is still a big statement. There’s a downside, though: key defender Thilo Kehrer was sent off in that match, so Monaco will have to cope without him this time.
On the positive side, Paul Pogba is back in action after more than two years sidelined due to a doping scandal. Monaco now sit seventh in the standings, still in the hunt for a Champions League spot. They’re just three points behind Lille, who occupy that coveted position.
It’s also worth noting that Monaco underwent a managerial change mid-season: Belgian coach Sébastien Pocognoli replaced Adi Hütter at the helm. This could have a significant impact on the Monegasques’ performances.
Match facts and head-to-head
- Brest have conceded in each of their last three matches.
- Five of Brest’s last seven matches have featured over two goals.
- Monaco have just one win in their last four games.
- In the last ten head-to-head meetings, Monaco hold a clear advantage: they’ve won seven times. Brest have prevailed in three, with no draws between the sides.
- In their most recent encounter at Brest’s ground, the hosts came out on top, winning 2-1.
Probable lineups
- Brest: Coudert - Lala, Cardinal, Diaz, Guindo - Chotard, Magnetti, Doumbia - Del Castillo, Mboup, Ajorque
- Monaco: Hrádecký - Vanderson, Teze, Salisu, Henrique - Coulibaly, Camara, Minamino - Akliouche, Golovin, Balogun
Prediction
I believe this match won’t be a goal-fest. While both teams tend to play attacking football, their head-to-head history suggests otherwise—only one of their last six meetings has featured more than three goals. Expect a tight affair again. My prediction: under 3.5 goals.
