Monaco vs Lorient Predictions

Monaco vs Lorient is scheduled for kick off on 16 January, at 18:00. The game is set to take place at Stade Louis-II, with Willy Delajod officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Monaco currently holding the 7th position in the table 11 points ahead of Lorient. Monaco have lost 2 French Ligue 1 matches to Lorient out of the last 4 they have played. After their recent loss to Paris FC, Monaco is determined to redeem themselves. Monaco have won 10 of their last 15 French Ligue 1 matches at Stade Louis-II. Lorient's away record stands at 2 victories from 15 games. Following their 2-0 loss to Lyon, Lorient is determined to bounce back with a win against Monaco.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Monaco have scored over 1.5 goals in 72% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 76% of games. Their total stands at 50 goals and 126 shots on target this French Ligue 1 season. Meanwhile, Lorient have scored 38 goals with 112 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 86% of matches but conceded in 83% of games.

In their last 4 head-to-head clashes, Monaco scored 6 goals while Lorient scored 10 goals. Their last match on 16 January 2026 ended in 3-1 to Lorient.