Malian star Kamory Doumbia’s header lifts Brest to victory over Monaco

Stade Brestois beat AS Monaco 1–0 on Friday, 5 December 2025, in a tightly contested Ligue 1 match during the 15th round of the season.

Brest arrived with clear intent and set the tempo from the opening minutes.

Monaco carried confidence into the game after their win over PSG, but Brest disrupted their momentum and controlled the midfield battle.

Kamory Doumbia put Brest in front in the 28th minute. He timed his run perfectly and guided a powerful header into the net, giving the home side full command of the first half.

Monaco attempted to respond after the break, yet the balance of the match shifted when L. Ajorque received a red card in the 59th minute.

The striker launched into a dangerous challenge on Lamine Camara, and the referee immediately dismissed him.

Brest then adjusted their structure to protect their lead despite operating with one player fewer.

Doumbia left the pitch in the 69th minute to a standing ovation from the home crowd, who celebrated both his match-winning impact and his growing influence this season.

The Malian midfielder now sits on four goals, a timely return as he prepares for the upcoming AFCON.

Brest maintained composure in the closing stages and shut down Monaco’s late attempts to find an equaliser.

The final whistle confirmed a significant victory that strengthens Brest’s campaign momentum.