Auxerre 1-2 Monaco Player Ratings: Thilo Kehrer Rated 8/10 as Late Drama Sees Monaco Snatch 2-1 Win

What a chaotic and ultimately dramatic encounter in Ligue 1. Monaco secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over a spirited Auxerre side that was forced to play with ten men for a significant portion of the second half. From our perspective, this was a match defined by key moments rather than sustained quality. The visitors looked comfortable and took a deserved lead just before the break through a clinical finish from Takumi Minamino.

The game's complexion changed entirely in the second half. The pivotal moment arrived when Josué Casimir received his marching orders after a second yellow card. We thought that would be the end of it, but Auxerre showed incredible heart. They shockingly found an equalizer via a bizarre own goal from Mohammed Salisu, setting up a tense finale. Despite their numerical disadvantage, Auxerre defended for their lives, but the pressure from Monaco eventually told, and they found a late winner to steal all three points in this thrilling match.

Here are the Auxerre Vs Monaco Player Ratings

Auxerre Player Ratings vs Monaco

Here are Auxerre Player Ratings vs Monaco

Goalkeeper

Théo De Percin - 6.0: It was a tough outing for the keeper. He couldn't have done much for Minamino's clinical goal. He made one decent save inside the box but was largely a spectator for big chances. His distribution was a bit wayward, with many long balls failing to find their mark. Ultimately, he was let down by his defence and the red card.

Defenders

Josué Casimir - 3.0: A disastrous performance that cost his team the game. Before his sending-off, he showed some attacking intent but was rash. The first yellow was clumsy, and the second was simply inexcusable. Leaving your teammates to fight with ten men against a team like Monaco is a cardinal sin. He let everyone down today.

Gideon Mensah - 7.5: What stood out to us was his sheer determination. He was Auxerre's best player by a country mile. He won an incredible nine duels and made five crucial interceptions. He was a rock at the back, constantly thwarting Monaco's attacks and drawing fouls to relieve pressure. A commanding display despite the result.

T. Siwe - 6.5: A solid and reliable performance from the defender. He was positionally sound for most of the game, making five clearances and three interceptions. He didn't do anything spectacular, but he also didn't make any glaring errors. He did his job quietly and effectively under immense pressure.

Marvin Senaya - 7.0: Another defender who can hold his head high. He was an absolute workhorse, winning seven of his ten duels and making a staggering nine clearances. He read the game brilliantly and was a constant thorn in Monaco's side. His defensive contribution was immense, especially after the red card.

Fredrik Oppegård - 5.5: We noticed he struggled significantly in this match. He lost possession a staggering 18 times which is far too many. Defensively, he was a bit suspect, winning only one of his three tackle attempts. While he tried to get forward, his final ball was often lacking. A day he'll want to forget.

Midfielders

Kévin Danois - 6.5: A very mixed performance from the midfielder. He showed his creative side by creating two chances for his teammates. His work rate was also impressive, with nine ball recoveries. However, he was often careless in possession, losing the ball 16 times. He needed more composure on the ball.

Elisha Owusu - 7.0: The captain led by example with a battling display in the middle of the park. He threw himself into challenges, winning four tackles and recovering the ball six times. His passing was tidy and he tried to drive his team forward. The yellow card was a result of his all-action style. A true leader's performance.

Danny Namaso - 6.5: He was incredibly active and a real nuisance for the Monaco defence, winning 11 duels. What stood out, however, was his wastefulness. He had four shots but missed a big chance and failed to test the keeper. He created a big chance for a teammate but needed to be more clinical himself.

Lassine Sinayoko - 4.5: From our perspective, he was a passenger in this game. He was physically dominated, losing 11 of his 14 duels and being dispossessed five times. He offered very little going forward and was a liability defensively. A really disappointing outing before being substituted.

Forwards

Sékou Mara - 6.5: Looked lively during his 65 minutes on the pitch. He managed to get a good shot on target that forced a save from the Monaco keeper. He held the ball up well at times, winning a few aerial duels. It felt like he was sacrificed tactically after the red card loomed. A decent shift.

Manager

C. Pélissier - 6.0: His game plan was working reasonably well until Casimir's moment of madness. He organised his team brilliantly after going down to ten men, and they fought incredibly hard to get the equalizer. He can't be blamed for an individual's mistake, but his side ultimately couldn't hold on for a point.

Monaco Player Ratings vs Auxerre

Here are Monaco Player Ratings vs Auxerre

Goalkeeper

Philipp Köhn - 6.5: A very quiet afternoon for the Monaco shot-stopper. He made one smart save in the first half from distance but was otherwise untroubled. The goal he conceded was an own goal, leaving him with no chance. His distribution was clean, and he claimed a high ball with confidence. An easy day at the office.

Defenders

Vanderson - 6.5: A frustrating player to watch. Going forward, he was a real threat, providing an assist and creating chances. However, his defensive contribution was questionable. He lost possession 19 times and struggled in his duels. He needs to find a better balance between his attacking and defensive duties.

Thilo Kehrer - 8.0: Our man of the match. An imperious performance at the back. He was incredibly composed on the ball, completing 95% of his passes. He was also a threat in the opposition box, having three shots and even hitting the woodwork. He was solid defensively and a class above everyone else on the pitch.

Mohammed Salisu - 6.0: A truly bizarre game for him. For 72 minutes, he was excellent, winning duels, making clearances, and looking comfortable. Then came the inexplicable own goal, a moment of complete misjudgment that gifted Auxerre a lifeline. That single error heavily tarnishes what was otherwise a strong defensive display. Football can be cruel.

Kassoum Ouattara - 4.5: He had a shocker. He was a turnover machine, losing possession 24 times in just 63 minutes. He was weak in the challenge, winning only a fraction of his duels, and picked up a deserved yellow card. It was no surprise to see him hooked in the second half. A performance to forget.

Midfielders

Denis Zakaria - 5.5: The captain was strangely anonymous. While his passing was neat and tidy, he offered almost nothing else. He lost all of his ground duels and seemed to let the game pass him by. For a player of his quality, we expected a much more influential performance, especially against ten men.

Aladji Bamba - 7.5: A powerhouse performance in the engine room. He was everywhere, winning an impressive 12 duels and making four tackles. His pass accuracy of 94% was exceptional, providing a solid platform for Monaco to build from. He was the unsung hero of this victory.

Maghnes Akliouche - 7.0: Monaco's main creative force. He was constantly looking to make things happen, creating four chances for his teammates. The downside was his tendency to be careless, losing possession 21 times. It's a high-risk, high-reward style, but today it caused more problems than it solved at times.

Takumi Minamino - 7.5: The match-winner in many ways. He showed great composure to score the opening goal with a precise finish. While he drifted in and out of the game at times, his goal was the moment of quality that separated the teams for much of the contest. A decisive contribution.

Forwards

Folarin Balogun - 6.5: A busy but ultimately frustrating evening. He worked hard and managed to provide an assist. However, he wasn't clinical enough in front of goal, missing some presentable opportunities. You can't fault his effort, but Monaco needed more cutting edge from their main striker.

Mika Biereth - 5.0: He really struggled to impose himself on the game. He was easily dispossessed and missed a big chance that he should have buried. He looked off the pace and failed to link up effectively with his fellow attackers. A disappointing night for the forward.

Manager

A. Hütter - 6.5: He gets the three points, which is the bottom line. However, his team made very heavy weather of it. They struggled to break down a ten-man Auxerre and were bailed out by a late winner. He'll be happy with the win but will know his team's performance needs to be much better.

Sportsdunia's Player of the Match is Thilo Kehrer