In Depth Betting Tips and Predictions For Monaco vs Barcelona

Two unbeaten sides clash this Thursday in France in the first phase of the new Champions League system. Barcelona and Monaco have made an explosive start in a season where they will be aiming for that 1st place spot after both finishing 2nd last season.

Stats from Monaco's last 5 fixtures (in all comps):

• 4 wins
• 1 draw
• 4 clean sheets
• 10 goals scored
• 1 goal conceded

Stats from Barcelona's last 5 fixtures (in all comps):

• 5 wins
• 1 clean sheet
• 17 goals scored
• 4 goals conceded

A fixture between two sides that are unbeaten in their respective leagues, sides who fell short last season to the main juggernauts in Spain and and France.

Monaco's unsung hero of the season so far, Denis Zakaria leading the way in Monaco's goals and assists so far this season with 3. The experienced Swiss has captained his side to a joint 2nd place in Ligue 1 so far this season.

Barcelona's stand out star being the Euro 2024 winner Lamine Yamal. The 17 year old with 7 goal contributions in 4 league matches has done nothing but shine this season making the likes of Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Jr, Jude Bellingham, Rodrygo look like amatuers.

Monaco vs Barcelona Predictions

We're backing a Barcelona win with both teams to score. With our bookmakers, you can get odds of 191/100 which would get you a return of £29.10 from a £10 stake.

Monaco vs Barcelona Predicted Line-ups

Monaco

Kohn (GK), Vanderson, Kehrer, Mawissa Elebi, Caio Henrique, Camara, Zakaria, Akliouche, Minamino, Ben Seghir, Embolo

Barcelona

Ter Stegen (GK), Kounde, Pau Cubarsi, Inigo Martinez, Balde, Eric Garcia, Pedri, Casado, Lamine Yamal, Lewandowski, Raphinha