LIGUE 1-VALENCIENNES: WITH DOSSEVI AND BAHEBECK AGAINST MONACO

On Friday, Monaco will host Valenciennes to kick off the 19th day. Valenciennes, currently occupying the 18th spot in the rankings and facing the threat of relegation, will venture into the seemingly unconquerable Louis II stadium for this season. The northern team has encountered challenges throughout the championship, managing to secure only three points in the last six matches. The journey from the north to conquer the Rock appears to be a formidable task for Äriel Jacobs and his team.

Despite a recent setback in Bordeaux (1-2) last weekend, the Belgian VA technician remains content with the resilience displayed by his squad. If the Valencian players can exhibit the same determination against the Principality club, they might head into the winter break with a notable success.

For the Monaco trip, Äriel Jacobs will have to navigate through a few absentees, including Traoré sidelined due to a hamstring injury. On a positive note, the Belgian coach can rely on the contributions of Mathieu Dossevi and Bahebeck to energize the offensive sector, while Enza-Yamissi will be in charge of the midfield. Meanwhile, the Ivorian Angoua, who has been monitored in England, will take charge of the defense.

Valenciennes Squad:

Goalkeepers: Novaes, Penneteau Defenders: Angoua, Ciss, Kagelmacher, Lala, Masuaku, Mater, Néry Midfielders: Chitu, M. Da Silva, M. Dossevi, T. Doumbia, Ducourtioux, Enza-Yamissi, Houri, Melikson, Saez Forwards: Bahebeck, Massampu