Bet on AS Monaco vs FC Lorient on Football

AS Monaco are favored to win against FC Lorient, with most sportsbooks pricing Monaco around 1.55–1.65, the draw near 4.0, and Lorient close to 5.5 based on early January 2026 Ligue 1 form where Monaco sit mid-table and Lorient are closer to the relegation battle. Monaco’s stronger squad, home advantage, and better recent attacking output make them clear favorites with DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports.

The match between AS Monaco and FC Lorient is scheduled to start at 6:00 PM local time on 16 January 2026 in Monaco, which corresponds to 5:00 PM UTC assuming Central European Time in winter. Fans should check for any last-minute changes to kickoff time from official Ligue 1 sources.

The game will be played at Stade Louis-II in Fontvieille, Monaco, a multi-purpose stadium with a football capacity of around 18,500 and a natural grass surface. The venue is known for its compact design, excellent pitch visibility from all stands, and frequent use for top-flight Ligue 1 fixtures involving AS Monaco.

Given Monaco’s home strength and Lorient’s weaker defensive record in the 2025–26 Ligue 1 season up to early January 2026, a Monaco win is the most likely outcome, with fair odds in the 1.55–1.65 range implying roughly a 60–65% win probability. Value bettors might also consider Monaco -1 on the handicap and over 2.5 goals, as Lorient have been involved in several high-scoring away matches this season.

Over their recent head-to-head meetings in Ligue 1, AS Monaco have generally had the upper hand against FC Lorient, winning the majority of clashes while Lorient’s victories have been more sporadic and often at home. The aggregate goal difference across the last 5–10 encounters slightly favors Monaco, underlining their historical edge coming into this fixture.