Coupe de France: AS Monaco knocked out by Reims
Mohammed SALISU of Monaco score a goal during the French Cup match between Reims and Monaco on January 14, 2025 at Stade Auguste Delaune, in Reims, France. (Photo by Hugo Pfeiffer/Icon Sport via Getty Images)
AS Monaco’s Coupe de France adventure came to a cruel end against Reims, as they exited the competition following a dramatic penalty shootout.
The Match
Rotating his squad for this crucial clash, Adi Hutter selected a team that featured a nice blend of youth and experience, with exciting attacker Lucas Michal notably handed his first professional start.
Kicking off the match full of energy and attacking verve, Les Monegasques twice came close to opening the scoring within the first five minutes through efforts from Breel Embolo and Eliesse Ben Seghir.
Reims’ Japanese st...