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Paris Saint Germain vs Monaco Prediction, Tips & Odds

Paris Saint Germain vs Monaco

Ligue 1Regular Season - 3
Paris Saint Germain
#13 · Ligue 1
LDDLW
1 - 2
Parc des Princes, Paris (47,929)
Referee: J. Brisard
Monaco
#1 · Ligue 1
WWWWW
★ OUR PICK
Over 2.5 Goals
Both sides average plenty of goals and trend toward open games — the over is the value pick here.
Totals
1.45
BEST ODDS
Our pick: Bookmakers offer average 1.35 (implied 73.8%) for Over 2.5 Goals. Our experts calculate a 76.3% probability (an expert ratio of 1.31). We chose this bet because our experts rate it more likely than the bookmaker price implies (76.3% vs 73.8%), driven by both sides' high goal output and tendency toward open games. That edge makes it our most confident selection for this match.

Match Preview

The model favours Paris Saint Germain to win against Monaco, projecting a scoreline of 2-1. Although the season is just starting, PSG holds a strong position as a top contender, having finished the previous season in second place. Their recent form shows some inconsistency with one win, two draws, and two losses in their last five matches, but they typically perform well at home. On the other hand, Monaco enters the new season with a solid foundation, finishing seventh last season. Their recent form is more encouraging, with three wins, one draw, and one loss in their last five matches. This suggests they may carry some momentum into this fixture, which could play a crucial role in their performance against a formidable opponent like PSG. The model indicates a win probability of around 60% for PSG, while the projected score is 2-1. However, a potential caveat is that PSG's recent form may not fully reflect their capabilities, and if they fail to capitalize on home advantage, the outcome could swing in Monaco's favour. For a detailed understanding of our prediction methodology, please refer to the "How We Reached This Prediction" section. The Daily Punt Analysis Team employs an in-house model that evaluates fixtures through expected goals and actual results across the season.

Betting Predictions

How the model works, and its full prediction record, are set out on our How It Works and Accuracy pages.

Match Result
Paris Saint Germain Win57%1.34
Draw17%5.54
Monaco Win26%7.61
BTTS
Both Teams to Score: Yes
1.5662.0%

Both attacks have been productive in recent matches, with regular goal-scoring on either side.

Over/Under Goals
Over 2.5 Goals
1.3567.5%

Combined goal output is high (4.0 per game). The over has been the right side more often than not.

Correct Score
Paris Saint Germain 2-1 Monaco
8.1212.4%

The most likely scoreline per our model at 12.4% probability.

Asian Handicap
Paris Saint Germain -1.5
1.9137%

Paris Saint Germain have been the stronger side, winning 55% of their matches.

CORRECT SCOREMost likely outcomes
2-1
8.12
12.4%
2-0
8.64
11.7%
3-1
9.34
10.8%
3-0
9.80
10.3%
1-1
10.44
9.7%
1-0
10.54
9.6%

Our model projects a 2-1 Paris Saint Germain win as the most likely scoreline at 12.4% probability. 3 of the top six outcomes feature Paris Saint Germain clean sheets, in line with their 36% clean-sheet rate this season.

ASIAN HANDICAPLines & prices
Paris Saint Germain
-0.0
1.10
Monaco
+0.0
6.00
Paris Saint Germain
-0.5
1.40
Monaco
+0.5
5.85
Paris Saint Germain
-1.5
1.91
Monaco
+1.5
12.00

Lines averaged across 3 bookmakers. Paris Saint Germain are the favourites on the spread, so the larger handicaps pay more if they win comfortably while the smaller lines protect the bet on a narrower result.

Best Betting Odds

Paris Saint Germain vs Monaco
Bookmaker1X2O/U 2.5BTTS
1X2OverUnderYesNo
10Bet
1.375.406.401.442.751.622.15
Marathonbet
1.336.058.701.313.201.552.29
Betfair
1.335.507.501.363.101.532.38
Pinnacle
1.345.928.191.343.34
SBO
1.364.555.90
William Hill
1.305.007.501.532.45
Bet365
1.305.758.001.333.401.572.25
1xBet
1.366.098.801.313.201.562.30
Unibet
1.335.507.501.323.251.552.33
Betano
1.385.807.801.373.151.572.30
Superbet
1.435.206.501.452.771.642.22
BetVictor
1.305.758.501.323.001.502.38

Goals Probability

Avg. bookmaker odds
Over 0.5 Goals
95.2%
Over 1.5 Goals
86.2%
Over 2.5 Goals
67.5%
Over 3.5 Goals
49.3%

Double Chance

Bet covers two outcomes
1XParis Saint Germain or Draw
74%1.09
12Paris Saint Germain or Monaco
83%1.13
X2Draw or Monaco
43%3.17

Head to Head

Last 10 Meetings (Paris Saint Germain leads 5-3)
5 Paris Saint Germain2 Draw3 Monaco
06 Mar
Paris Saint Germain
1-3
Monaco
Ligue 1
25 Feb
Paris Saint Germain
2-2
Monaco
UEFA Champions League
17 Feb
Monaco
2-3
Paris Saint Germain
UEFA Champions League
Nov 25
Monaco
1-0
Paris Saint Germain
Ligue 1
Feb 25
Paris Saint Germain
4-1
Monaco
Ligue 1
Jan 25
Paris Saint Germain
1-0
Monaco
Trophée des Champions
Dec 24
Monaco
2-4
Paris Saint Germain
Ligue 1
Mar 24
Monaco
0-0
Paris Saint Germain
Ligue 1
Nov 23
Paris Saint Germain
5-2
Monaco
Ligue 1
Feb 23
Monaco
3-1
Paris Saint Germain
Ligue 1

In the last 10 matches between Paris Saint Germain and Monaco, Paris Saint Germain has won 5 times, Monaco has won 3 times, and there have been 2 draws. The scorelines indicate a mix of close contests and more decisive victories, with several matches featuring high scores, such as PSG’s 5-2 win and 4-1 win. The most recent encounter saw Monaco achieve a 3-1 victory, demonstrating that both teams have had their moments of success. The results reflect a competitive rivalry, with neither side dominating consistently over this sample.

Ligue 1 Standings

#TeamPWDLGFGAGDPtsForm
1
Monaco
33005149
WWW
2
Paris FC
32106247
WWD
3
Lyon
32106247
WDW
4
Lille
32105237
WDW
5
Rennes
32107527
WWD
6
Strasbourg
32018716
WWL
13
Paris Saint Germain
302156-12
LDD
16
Le Havre
301224-21
LDL
17
Toulouse
301225-31
LDL
18
Auxerre
3003411-70
LLL

Venue Record

Current season at home / on the road
Paris Saint GermainHome
0W0D1L
1 playedGF 1 · GA 20.00 pts/game
MonacoAway
2W0D0L
2 playedGF 3 · GA 13.00 pts/game

Key Statistics

2026 Season
Paris Saint GermainMonaco
2.03Goals p.g.2
1.18Goals conceded p.g.1.43
36%Clean sheets27%
55%Win rate57%
3.21Avg goals in match3.43
3.12xG per game2.50
0.21xGA per game0.43
69%Possession %40%
6.0Shots on target / game6.0
6.5Corners per game5.5
Paris Saint Germain
Recent Form

Paris Saint Germain have won 9 of their last 17 matches at home, drawing 5 and losing 3. Their recent home fixtures include lost to Monaco 1-2 and beat Aston Villa 2-1.

Overall, the wider run reads 18W 8D 7L from the last 33 games (55% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: Paris Saint GermainAll competitions
04 Sept
Paris Saint Germain
1-2
Monaco
Ligue 1
28 Aug
Lille
2-2
Paris Saint Germain
Ligue 1
23 Aug
Rennes
2-2
Paris Saint Germain
Ligue 1
16 Aug
Lens
1-0
Paris Saint Germain
Trophée des Champions
12 Aug
Paris Saint Germain
2-1
Aston Villa
UEFA Super Cup
08 Aug
Paris Saint Germain
1-1
Manchester United
Friendlies Clubs
18
Win
55%
8
Draw
24%
7
Lost
21%
Monaco
Recent Form

Monaco have won 8 of their last 16 matches on the road, drawing 3 and losing 5. Their recent away fixtures include beat Monaco 1-2 and beat Le Havre 0-1.

Overall, the wider run reads 17W 6D 7L from the last 30 games (57% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: MonacoAll competitions
04 Sept
Paris Saint Germain
1-2
Monaco
Ligue 1
30 Aug
Monaco
2-0
Marseille
Ligue 1
27 Aug
Monaco
4-1
Gornik Zabrze
UEFA Europa Conference League
23 Aug
Le Havre
0-1
Monaco
Ligue 1
20 Aug
Gornik Zabrze
2-3
Monaco
UEFA Europa Conference League
14 Aug
Coventry
2-0
Monaco
Friendlies Clubs
17
Win
57%
6
Draw
20%
7
Lost
23%

Lineups

Confirmed

Paris Saint Germain4-3-3Confirmed

2A. HakimiDEF
33W. Zaïre-EmeryDEF
51W. PachoDEF
5MarquinhosDEF
7K. KvaratskheliaFWD
11M. AklioucheFWD
14D. DouéFWD
39M. SafonovGK
17VitinhaMID
8Fabián RuizMID
87João NevesMID
6I. ZabarnyiDEF
4BeraldoDEF
21L. HernándezDEF
22M. GodtsFWD
10O. DembéléFWD
9Ferran TorresFWD
30L. ChevalierGK
27Pedro FernándezMID
24Senny MayuluMID

Monaco4-2-3-1Confirmed

72Sadibou SanéDEF
2VandersonDEF
20Flávio NazinhoDEF
15E. DierDEF
29Paris Josua BrunnerFWD
1L. HrádeckýGK
8L. CamaraMID
6D. ZakariaMID
28M. CoulibalyMID
10A. GolovinMID
17S. Idumbo-MuzamboMID
4J. TezeDEF
13C. Mawissa ElebiDEF
11M. AblineFWD
7M. DetourbetFWD
14M. BierethFWD
16P. KöhnGK
49I. TouréMID
47S. BenzahraMID
46A. SoubeirMID

Unavailable Players

8 players

Paris Saint Germain3

D. Doue
QuestionableMuscle Injury
L. Digne
Missing FixtureInactive
N. Mendes
Missing FixtureRed Card

Monaco5

A. Fati
Missing FixtureCalf Injury
E. Diop
Missing FixtureInjury
F. Balogun
Missing FixtureInjury
M. Salisu
Missing FixtureKnee Injury
T. Minamino
Missing FixtureKnee Injury

Betting Strategy

High-probability picks are the most likely outcomes. Value selections are markets where our model's probability sits above the price implied by the odds. They will not always come in, but the odds are in your favour over time.

High Probability
Paris Saint Germain Win1.34 (57%)
Over 2.5 Goals1.35 (67.5%)
Both Teams Score1.56 (62%)
Value Bets
Monaco Win7.61 (26.3%)
Under 2.5 Goals3.12 (32.5%)
BTTS No2.30 (38%)
Speculative
Draw5.54 (16.7%)

Yellow Card Prediction

J. Brisard has averaged 2.0 yellow cards per match across 1 recent fixtures we have data for. Our pick is under 3.5 yellow cards at 1.95.

Corner Prediction

Paris Saint Germain have averaged 6.5 corners per match at home; Monaco 5.5 on the road. Combined that projects roughly 7.0 corners in this fixture. Our pick is under 9.5 corners at 1.80.

Player Stats Bet

Paris Saint Germain have generated 3.12 xG per game across their recent matches, winning 55% of them. They put 6.0 shots on target per match, giving their attackers the volume needed to land a goal-involvement bet. Paris Saint Germain player to score or assist at 1.55 looks well supported by the data.

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OUR PREDICTION
2.5 Goals Over

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The Daily Punt Analysis Team

Data-driven football predictions and betting tips

This forecast was built by the The Daily Punt Analysis Team using our in-house statistical model. We feed the model two layers of data for every fixture: each team's recent expected goals (xG and xGA) and their actual goals scored and conceded, split by home and away venue. The numbers run through a Poisson distribution that produces a probability for every possible scoreline, which we then convert into fair odds for the 1X2, correct score, BTTS, and over/under markets.

Before publishing, we cross-check our fair odds against the prices the major bookmakers are offering. Where a bookmaker is paying out more than our model says is mathematically fair, we flag that market as a value bet on this page.