Folarin Balogun and Ansu Fati could return for Monaco vs. Lens

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Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Folarin Balogun and Ansu Fati could return for Monaco vs. Lens

Summary

AS Monaco may see the return of Folarin Balogun and Ansu Fati for their match against RC Lens on Friday night. Both players have yet to feature this season due to injuries; Fati has been sidelined since pre-season, while Balogun is recovering from a knee issue sustained during the FIFA World Cup. The team's depth is being tested after Anis Soubeir's ankle injury and Stanis Idumbo's psoas issue during their last match, which ended in a draw against RC Strasbourg Alsace. While the club's manager, Filipe Luís, indicated Balogun's return may be delayed until after the international break, there are expectations he could be operational sooner.

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Status Watch

•AS Monaco draws with RC Strasbourg Alsace after injury blows.
•Folarin Balogun and Ansu Fati aim to make their season debuts.
•Balogun's recovery is ahead of schedule; Fati has not played since pre-season.
•Anis Soubeir and Stanis Idumbo are doubtful for the match against Lens.

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AS Monaco could welcome back two new faces when they face RC Lens on Friday night, as per a report from L’Équipe.The Principality club suffered two blows during the draw to RC Strasbourg Alsace ove...
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