Injured during the last league match, Lamine Camara remains uncertain for the first leg of the Champions League playoff between AS Monaco and Paris Saint-Germain, Tuesday night at the Stade Louis-II. The Senegalese midfielder might miss this crucial encounter, although there is still hope he can take his place.
Last Friday, against FC Nantes, the 22-year-old was forced to leave the pitch shortly after the hour mark due to an ankle injury. This league match, which Monaco won 3-1, raised concerns about the physical condition of the Senegal international. With 18 appearances and 3 assists across all competitions this season, Lamine Camara has become a key figure in Monaco’s midfield thanks to his work rate, technical quality, and ability to push forward.
Speaking at a press conference on Monday, Monaco coach Sebastien Pocognoli provided cautious but not alarming updates on his player. “We are 48 hours after an ankle knock. So we still need to do treatments and based on that, we will see for the match,” he explained. The medical staff is closely monitoring the injury and continuing treatment to maximize the chances of the Senegalese midfielder’s recovery before the European showdown.
This clash against PSG is a key moment of the season for AS Monaco, engaged in this UEFA Champions League playoff. The intensity and stakes of such a match require a full squad, especially since Camara had already missed the league match against the Parisians, which Monaco won 1-0 last November.
Despite the current uncertainty, optimism remains high in the Monaco camp. An African champion with Senegal, Lamine Camara has the experience and temperament to show up for big occasions. His participation will depend on the condition of his ankle in the hours leading up to kickoff, but all signs point to him potentially being fit to take on PSG and contribute in this decisive duel.
