AS Monaco Travel to Le Havre Short-Handed for Ligue 1 Opener
By Zak Jackson, MonacoViews Editorial
AS Monaco begin their 2026-27 Ligue 1 campaign away at Le Havre on Sunday, with coach Filipe Luis missing three players including new signing Matthis Abline.
AS Monaco open their Ligue 1 season on Sunday afternoon at Le Havre, with a 17h15 kick-off, and Filipe Luis will have to manage without three absent players as the club's preparations take an early hit. New recruit Matthis Abline remains unavailable, unable to feature in the club's first competitive fixture of the campaign.
On a more positive note, two players return from suspension for the trip to Stade Océane, giving Luis some relief in assembling his squad. The combination of absences and returning figures will shape how Monaco set up for what is always a demanding opening-day fixture on the road.