Monaco-Barcelona match preview
Salle Gaston Médecin in Monaco will host the EuroLeague clash between AS Monaco and FC Barcelona
On Thursday, January 9, 2025, at 7:00 PM, the Salle Gaston Médecin in Monaco will host the EuroLeague clash between AS Monaco and FC Barcelona, two teams with high ambitions.
Monaco, leading the standings with a 13-6 record, aims to retain its top position, powered by an offense averaging 87.7 points per game. Barcelona, sitting tenth with a 10-9 record, seeks a crucial win to re-enter the playoff race. The Catalan team scores 85.6 points per game but will face a tough challenge against Monaco’s solid defense.
Injury Report: Monaco will be without Alpha Diallo, a key player for their balance on the court. For Barcelona, Nicolás Laprovittola and Jan Vesely are out, testing the depth of their roster.
Referees for the game are Ilija Belosevic (Serbia), Milos Koljensic (Montenegro), and Luka Kardum (Croatia).
This game is pivotal for both teams: Monaco looks to strengthen its lead, while Barcelona fights to stay in the playoff race. A matchup promising intensity and high-level basketball.