Monaco found the opening under the Friday-night lights against Lens, with Paris Brunner finishing a sweeping move that began deep in his own half. The young forward struck in the 32nd minute after Matthis Abline broke into space and delivered the decisive pass, leaving goalkeeper Robin Risser with no chance.
Key takeaways
- Paris Brunner scored Monaco’s opening goal against Lens in the 32nd minute.
- Matthis Abline created the chance after making a run in behind the Lens defence.
- The move started in Monaco’s own half before being carried forward at speed.
- Brunner’s finish put Monaco ahead on Friday evening.
- Lens goalkeeper Robin Risser was unable to stop the shot.
Brunner finishes Monaco’s fast move
Monaco turned a move from their defensive territory into a breakthrough at the other end. Abline attacked the space ahead of him, then picked out Brunner with a perfectly weighted square ball.
Brunner took the invitation and drove his effort beyond Risser to give Monaco the lead. The goal rewarded a direct transition and put the home side in front against Lens after 32 minutes.
