AS Monaco continued their remarkable run of form with a hard-earned 2–1 victory away at Olympique Lyonnais on Sunday, March 22, overturning a first-half deficit to claim a sixth consecutive Ligue 1 win.
Despite controlling large spells of the opening period at the Groupama Stadium, Monaco found themselves behind just before the break after Lyon capitalised on one of their few clear chances. It was a frustrating moment for the visitors, who had looked the more composed side without finding the finishing touch.
Lyon nearly doubled their advantage early in the second half, striking the post and forcing Monaco into a moment of real vulnerability. But that scare proved to be the turning point.
From then on, the visitors raised the tempo. Maghnes Akliouche brought Monaco level with a superb individual effort just past the hour mark, cutting inside before firing emphatically into the roof of the net. The equaliser shifted the momentum entirely.
Monaco continued to press, and their persistence paid off minutes later when they were awarded a penalty. Folarin Balogun stepped up with confidence and converted, giving the visitors a deserved lead after a dominant spell.
With the advantage secured, Monaco showed maturity in the closing stages, managing the game effectively despite late pressure from Lyon. They even came close to extending their lead, but ultimately had to settle for a narrow victory.
The result not only extends Monaco’s unbeaten run but also brings them within touching distance of their rivals in the table, reinforcing their growing momentum as the season enters a decisive phase.