United States forward Folarin Balogun netted a goal but was subsequently sent off as Monaco faced a 4-1 defeat to Lens in Ligue 1 on Saturday.
Match Details
Following his first career goal in the Champions League earlier in the week, Balogun converted a penalty late in the first half for Monaco. However, he was issued a red card just before halftime for a reckless challenge on midfielder Mamadou Sangaré, which altered the match’s momentum.
Scoring Summary
Monaco:
- Folarin Balogun (penalty).
Lens:
- Odsonne Édouard;
- Wesley Saïd;
- Mamadou Sangaré;
- Wesley Saïd (second goal).
Current Standings
At halftime, Lens led 3-1, thanks to goals from Édouard, Saïd, and Sangaré. Saïd added another goal in the second half, helping Lens match Marseille at the top of the Ligue 1 standings with 25 points, while also putting pressure on Paris Saint-Germain, who have been dealing with several injuries.
Additional Highlights
In other matches, English footballers Angel Gomes and Mason Greenwood scored for Marseille in their 3-0 victory against Brest, allowing them to lead the table on goal difference ahead of Lens. Gomes scored from a free kick, benefitting from a mishap by the opposing goalkeeper, while Greenwood successfully converted a penalty following a foul against teammate Igor Paixão.
As the competition heats up, Lyon has a chance to close the gap on PSG with a win on Sunday, which would position them just one point behind. PSG is currently dealing with injuries to key players, including Ballon d’Or winner Ousmane Dembélé.