AS Monaco’s 1-3 triumph over English giants Arsenal in the first leg of Champions League round-of-16 tie at the Emirates might have come as a surprise to the majority of football fans. But, with anyone following the French side throughout the Champions League group stages and their recent domestic matches, the result is barely as shocking as the media seems to be projecting. No, Monaco have not been in scintillating scoring form but the French side have been freakishly efficient in the defence. Amongst the giants of Europe to have featured in this year’s Champions League, Monaco have the best defensive record in the group stages, letting in just one goal. In all competitions,...
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