Monaco Expected Lineup Against Pafos: Denis Zakaria Returns, Krépin Diatta Misses Out
AS Monaco is gearing up for their UEFA Champions League match against Pafos, with key lineup changes expected. The highlight of the team’s adjustment is the return of club captain Denis Zakaria.
Monaco Expected Lineup Against Pafos
Krépin Diatta will not be part of the squad for this important matchup. He previously stepped in for Zakaria when the latter was injured. However, Zakaria has regained his fitness and is slated to return to the starting XI.
Key Player Returns and Absences
- Denis Zakaria: Returns to the lineup after injury.
- Krépin Diatta: Omitted from the squad for this match.
- Folarin Balogun: Expected to start after serving a suspension.
- Ansu Fati: Anticipated to be on the bench.
- Eric Dier and Christian Mawissa: Both unavailable due to injury.
This altered roster places additional pressure on the remaining players, notably Jordan Teze, who may take on a new defensive role due to injuries in the squad.
Projected Starting XI
Based on the latest updates, AS Monaco’s likely lineup against Pafos includes:
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| Goalkeeper | Lukas Hradecky |
| Defender | Caio Henrique |
| Defender | Mohammed Salisu |
| Defender | Jordan Teze |
| Defender | Vanderson |
| Midfielder | Denis Zakaria |
| Midfielder | Lamine Camara |
| Forward | Aleksandr Golovin |
| Forward | Takumi Minamino |
| Forward | Maghnes Akliouche |
| Forward | Folarin Balogun |
Monaco will look to leverage these changes as they seek a crucial victory against Pafos in this Champions League encounter.
