Brest v Monaco Tips

Back-to-back Ligue 1 victories have lifted Brest away from the relegation zone. They have the chance to make it three in a row against Monaco, who have lost three matches in their last four.

Both Brest and Monaco are involved in very high-scoring matches this season, with both teams’ games averaging well over 3 goals and a large majority of their fixtures going over 2.5. Brest open up much more at home and rarely keep clean sheets, while Monaco are dangerous going forward but make a lot of defensive mistakes, especially away. That combination usually creates an open, end-to-end game with plenty of chances rather than a tactical 0??'0. Even if one side takes control, the other has enough attacking quality to score at least once, pushing the total toward three goals or more.

Brest is set to challenge a European hopeful for the fourth time in five rounds, hoping to undermine Monaco's aspirations and rise into the top half with a win today. Last season, Brest won the corresponding fixture 2-1, putting an end to a six-match losing streak in their head-to-head history, and they have secured four victories in their last six home encounters. However, the hosts' strong recent performances may not be enough in light of Monaco's display against PSG last week, leading me to back Monaco for a win with both teams scoring.