Monaco secured their place in the UEFA Champions League next season by defeating Lille 3-1 in the Ligue 1 round 37 match on Sunday. The result was a significant milestone for the French champions, who have now qualified for Europe's premier club competition for the sixth time in their history.
The match was played at Stade Louis II in Monaco and saw both sides compete fiercely throughout. However, it was Monaco who came out on top, thanks to a brace from Kylian Mbappe and a late goal from Florian Thauvin.
The victory means that Monaco will face either Paris Saint-Germain or Marseille in the Europa League play-offs, with the winner progressing to the group stage of the Champions League next season. It is a tough task for the Principality side, but they have shown in the past that they can compete against some of the biggest clubs in Europe.
For Lille, the defeat was a disappointing one, especially after their impressive form in the league this season. The team had been linked with a move to the Premier League recently, but their struggles in the final third meant that they were unable to secure a win against Monaco.
Overall, the victory was a major achievement for Monaco, who will be hoping to build on their success as they look to continue their dominance in the Ligue 1. The Champions League spot also marks another step towards securing a place in the FIFA World Cup next year, which could prove to be a huge boost for the club and its supporters.