Monaco secured a narrow victory over Reims in the early fixture of the 26th round of Ligue 1 matches, edging past with a 3-2 win in the dying moments. Just when a draw seemed likely, Layvin Kurzawa sealed the victory for ASM in stoppage time, earning them three crucial points and temporarily closing the gap to just two points behind PSG.
Reflecting on the match, Mounir Obbadi acknowledged Monaco’s defensive lapses but emphasized the team’s resilient mentality. “It’s true that it was a hard-fought victory against a formidable Reims side. We managed to secure three vital points to keep the pressure on Paris. Despite some defensive errors leading to goals, we possess the mentality to snatch victory, often prevailing late in matches. We have a strong winning mentality, and that’s what we’ll focus on,” explained the Moroccan midfielder on RMC.
With this win, Monaco inches closer to league leaders PSG, igniting hopes of clinching the title. “Certainly, we all believe in our chances for the title,” insisted Obbadi. “Starting with myself, Paris is a formidable team, but we are a well-established unit and must rely on ourselves. Monaco is right on their heels. While PSG may be the favorites due to their continuity over the past three years, we must perform consistently and hope for slip-ups from them, especially considering their commitments in the Champions League and the League Cup final. We have our sights set on the championship and the Coupe de France. We’ll remain vigilant and ready.”
