Monaco, managed by Filipe Luís, concludes its preseason with a loss to Frank Lampard’sCoventry City, ahead of decisive matches in the Conference League and Ligue 1.
Monaco’s preseason under head coach Filipe Luís has come to a close with a setback. The French side was defeated 2-0 by the English team Coventry City in their final friendly match on Friday (14).
The loss to Frank Lampard’s squad raises some concerns, although the preseason period is primarily focused on tactical and physical adjustments. Now, the focus shifts entirely to official competitions, with Monaco preparing for a sequence of crucial matches that will define the start of their campaign.
Setback in England
The match against Coventry City was played at the Coventry Building Society Arena, the English team’s home ground. The hosts opened the scoring through Ellis Simms in the 12th minute, and Loum Tchaouna extended the lead to 2-0 in the 32nd minute, sealing the victory for the team led by Frank Lampard.
Busy Schedule Ahead
Monaco will make its official season debut next Thursday (20) in a Conference League clash. Filipe Luís’s side will face Poland’s Gornik Zabrze away from home in a knockout tie. The return leg is scheduled for August 27 on French soil.
Meanwhile, the Ligue 1 season is also approaching. Monaco faces an intense run of fixtures, taking on Le Havre, Olympique de Marseille, and PSG on August 23, August 30, and September 4, respectively. It will be a true trial by fire for this new chapter of the club under the guidance of the former Flamengo player.
Preseason Overview
Monaco’s preparation phase consisted of six matches, resulting in three wins, one draw, and two losses. The highlight was an impressive 3-2 comeback victory against the mighty Liverpool in England—a result that drew significant positive attention and showcased the team’s potential.
- Monaco 5-2 Saint-Priest (FRA)
- Sporting (POR) 2-0 Monaco
- Monaco 2-2 Cercle Brugge (BEL)
- Monaco 1-0 Getafe (ESP)
- Liverpool (ENG) 2-3 Monaco
- Coventry City (ENG) 2-0 Monaco
M360 Analysis
The M360 Team assessed the preparation period. The team noted that, “despite the recent defeat, Filipe Luís’s start at Monaco has been promising. The victories, especially against Liverpool, have generated a great deal of buzz across Europe. Observing the team’s performance in upcoming official matches will be essential.”
Regarding future challenges, the M360 Team highlighted: “The next game is a knockout match, a format Filipe Luís knows well. Against a Polish side, Monaco will have the responsibility to dictate the tempo—something the coach implemented successfully during his time at Flamengo. M360 will continue to follow the action and bring you all the details.”
The defeat to Coventry City serves as a final tune-up before the games that really matter. With the Conference League and Ligue 1 just around the corner, Filipe Luís’sMonaco faces a pivotal phase. The preseason, with its ups and downs, including the win over Liverpool, has paved the way for a season of high expectations and challenges for the coach and his squad.
