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AS Monaco head into this European clash in a climate of uncertainty. The club from the Principality have gone four games without a win in all competitions, the most recent being a 1-1 draw at Angers at the weekend in Sébastien Pocognoli's first game in the dugout. Having taken over from Adi Hütter, the former Belgian international inherited a team lacking in direction and confidence, far from the level expected of an automatic qualification contender. Although the 2-2 draw with Manchester City before the break gave them a glimmer of hope, the Monegasques will need to show more consistency, particularly at the back, if they are to compete with a more structured English side.
Opposite them, Tottenham, 6th in the Premier League, travel with confidence despite losing 2-1 to Aston Villa last weekend. Under the guidance of Thomas Frank, Spurs rely on a disciplined team and a pragmatic style of play, alternating high pressure and quick transitions. After a 1-0 win over Villarreal and a hard-fought 2-2 draw at Bodo/Glimt, the Londoners have four points and could take a major step towards qualification if they win at the Louis-II. For Monaco, on the other hand, victory is imperative if they are to revive a European campaign that is already in jeopardy.
Betting tips: Monaco v Tottenham
Double chance, Monaco or draw - 4/7 @ bet365
Both teams score - 1/2 @ bet365
Eric Dier goalscorer - 10/1 @ bet365
Odds correct at time of publication, subject to change before kick-off.
Monaco or draw
Historically, AS Monaco have done well against English clubs at home. In their last eight Champions League encounters, the club from the Rock have five wins, two draws and just one defeat, which came against Arsenal in 2015. Sébastien Pocognoli's side, though fragile in recent weeks, remain a tough nut to crack at the Louis-II, where they proved once again against Manchester City (2-2) their ability to react and reply in big games.
Tottenham, for their part, are not at ease away from home on the European stage. Spurs have won just one of their last seven away games in the Champions League, and often show signs of faltering away from London. Thomas Frank's side remain solid as a unit, but have a tendency to concede avoidable goals, particularly from quick transitions, an area in which Monaco excel with their wingers and high pressing.
Tip: Monaco or draw - 4/7 @ bet365
Bet Explanation: Monaco must not lose. A win or a draw means you win this bet.
Both teams will score
This clash pits two forward-thinking teams against each other, but they are far from faultless defensively. Monaco, who have already proved their ability to react to the big boys, have now conceded at least two goals in three consecutive Champions League matches. Since 2016-2017, they have also suffered nine defeats in their last thirteen European home games, proof of a certain permeability at the back. Nevertheless, the Monegasques have always found the attacking resources to exist in their major fixtures, especially at the Louis-II, where they have only lost once in eight meetings with an English club.
Tottenham, on the other hand, have a similar profile, solid in the build-up, but fragile on the road. Spurs have won just one of their last seven away games in the Champions League (a 2-1 win at Marseille in 2022). With a player as dangerous as Mohammed Kudus, who made five successful dribbles in 30 minutes against Bodø/Glimt, England have an asset capable of creating chances at any time.
Tip: Both teams score - 1/2 @ bet365
Bet Explanation: Monaco and Tottenham must score at least one goal each.
Eric Dier on target
After arriving at Monaco in the summer of 2025 following an eighteen-month spell at Bayern Munich, Eric Dier is set to reunite with his former club Tottenham, where he played 365 games between 2014 and 2023. This duel has a very special flavour for the English defender, who continues to enjoy a fine run of form in the Champions League. In fact, he has scored in two of his last three appearances in the competition; once for Bayern against Inter Milan last April, and again for Monaco in the 2-2 draw with Manchester City.
Powerful, solid in the air and often dangerous from set-pieces, Dier could once again make the most of his attacking presence against a Spurs defence that is shaky from set-pieces. Given the symbolism of the match and his current success, another goal from him would come as no surprise.
Tip: Eric Dier to score - 10/1 @ bet365
Bet Explanation: Eric Dier needs to score at least one goal in the match.
Odds Monaco v Tottenham
Odds correct at time of publication, subject to change before kick-off.
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