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Filipe Luís and Davide Ancelotti chase Ligue 1 lead

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 17, 2026, 10:24 AM

Last updated Oct 17, 2026

Filipe Luís and Davide Ancelotti chase Ligue 1 lead

Summary

Filipe Luís's Monaco leads Ligue 1 with 14 points, while Davide Ancelotti’s Lille sits second with 13 points. Monaco remains unbeaten so far this season, including a notable away win over PSG. The two coaches, former strategists at Flamengo and Botafogo respectively, will clash on October 25 for control of the standings. Luís will be missing forward Paris Brunner due to suspension for their upcoming match against Lorient. Ancelotti’s Lille will have the opportunity to temporarily rise to first place if they defeat Brest on October 17.

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By the Numbers

•Monaco leads Ligue 1 with 14 points from six matches.
•Lille is currently second with 13 points.
•The two coaches have a past rivalry in Brazil.
•Brunner is suspended for Monaco's match on Sunday.
•Lille plays Brest before their showdown with Monaco.

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What they're saying

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Luis Enrique's PSG? Well, not this season... at least not in Ligue 1!In fact, two former Flamengo and Botafogo coaches are locked in quite a battle at the top of Ligue 1.Filipe Luís, in charge of Mon...
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