The AS Monaco suffered a crushing defeat against the Club Bruges in the Champions League, falling on the score of 4-1. This performance was called “catastrophic” and “humiliating” by observers, notably Daniel Riolo, who strongly criticized the lack of spirit and quality of the team. The absence of key players like Denis Zakaria and the disappointment about summer recruitment were pointed out. This defeat highlights the club’s structural problems, including ongoing staff and staff instability, as well as a recruitment strategy focused on resale rather than building a competitive team.

At the same time, the French Football Federation (FFF) unveiled the list of 21 players selected for the U20 World Cup in Chile. Several young Ligue 1 talents, including Noham Camara (PSG), Quentín NdjanTou (PSG), Bradel Kiwa and Ilaane Toure (AS Monaco), were selected to represent the French team. This participation, which takes place outside FIFA dates, requires the agreement of the clubs and raises questions about the management of young players and their development. The absence of some young players from Monaco, such as Khalis Merah and Eenzo Molebe, was noted, highlighting the club’s strategic choices in developing young talent.

The defeat against Bruges exacerbated the discontent of supporters and observers about the club’s management. Criticism focuses on the lack of sport vision, the recruitment strategy deemed ineffective and the lack of renewal of the workforce. Many calls for radical change are being made, with requests for resignation from the president, the sports director and the coach. The hope is that new people, more competent and passionate about football, can restore meaning to AS Monaco and rebuild a team capable of competing at a higher level. This defeat is seen as the drop of water that overflows a vase already full of problems.