Monaco have secured their place at the top of Ligue 1 after defeating Lille 2-1 in their latest match. The result sees the Principality club move level on points with Paris Saint-Germain, who lost to Nice earlier this week.
The victory was all the more impressive given that Monaco had already clinched second place in the table by virtue of their excellent run of form and performances. However, Lille's defeat to Nice has now put pressure on the French champions to maintain their position at the top of the league.
The match between Monaco and Lille was a closely contested affair, with both teams creating chances throughout the game. However, it was Monaco who were able to take the lead through a well-taken goal from Anthony Martial. The striker's effort was deflected past Lille goalkeeper David Ospina, before being nodded into the back of the net by substitute Moussa Dembélé.
Lille responded to the goal with a determined display, but they could not find a way past the Monaco defence. The visitors' best chance came late on when Yohan Cabaye fired wide, but they were unable to find a way past the Monaco defence.
Monaco's victory sees them consolidate their position at the top of the league, while Lille's defeat means that their European hopes have faded for another season. It will be interesting to see how the two sides perform in the coming weeks, as they continue to battle for supremacy in Ligue 1.