Monaco narrowly beats Strasbourg 1-0 with Ben Yedder's penalty winner to secure top three spot

In a thrilling match that saw both teams put up a strong fight, Monaco narrowly beat Strasbourg 1-0 to secure their top-three spot in Ligue 1. The match was filled with high-pressure moments and intense competition from both sides.

The match started off with a bang as Monaco took the lead through a goal by Benjamin Mendy in the 25th minute. However, Strasbourg fought back hard and managed to equalize just before halftime through a goal by Jonathan Bamba.

The second half was equally intense as both teams tried to score another goal to take the lead. However, it was Monaco who came out on top with a decisive penalty kick by Antoine Griezmann in the 86th minute. This gave Monaco a narrow win and secured their top-three spot.

Ben Yedder, who scored the winning goal for Monaco, praised his team's resilience after the game. "It was a tough match, but we were able to hold on and come out with a win," he said. "We knew it would be a difficult game, but we stuck together and fought until the end."

For Strasbourg, it was a disappointing result. They had been hoping to make a comeback after losing to Paris Saint-Germain earlier in the week. However, they could not manage to find the back of the net despite several chances.

Despite the loss, Strasbourg manager Christophe Galtier expressed confidence in his team's ability to bounce back. "I am proud of my players' performance today, especially in the second half when we showed more determination and composure," he said. "We will keep working hard and hope to improve our form soon."

Overall, this match was a testament to the competitiveness and passion of Ligue 1. Both teams played with heart and spirit throughout the match, and it was a pleasure to watch. With Monaco now securing their top-three spot, there is sure to be even more excitement and drama to come in the remaining matches of the season.