Monaco edges Montpellier in stoppage time to join PSG at top

On Saturday, Monaco achieved a dramatic victory against Montpellier, scoring the winning goal eight minutes into stoppage time, which allowed them to equalize points with Paris Saint-Germain at the top of the French league. The match at Stade Louis II began with Montpellier taking the lead through Rabby Nzingoula's early goal, capitalizing on a defensive error from Monaco. However, the home side responded with a goal from Folarin Balogun in the 32nd minute, marking his second consecutive game with a goal. In other matches, Lille secured a convincing 3-0 win over Le Havre, with Jonathan David netting a hat trick. David's performance was particularly noteworthy as he had previously been linked with a move to a larger European club but chose to remain with Lille to participate in the Champions League. His goals were assisted by teammates Osame Sahraoui and Edon Zhegrova, showcasing the team's attacking prowess this season. Meanwhile, Nice faced Lens in a goalless draw, where Nice's goalkeeper Marcin Bulka played a crucial role in earning a point for his team. This match followed an impressive 8-0 victory for Nice against Saint-Etienne the previous week. Lens forward Anass Zaroury received a red card late in the game, further complicating Lens's efforts to secure a win. Paris Saint-Germain had previously defeated Rennes 3-1, maintaining their position as one of the top teams in the league. The competitive nature of the league is evident as multiple teams vie for the top spots, making each match critical for their standings.