AS Monaco faces a significant test against Paris FC on Friday, and they'll have to navigate it without their creative maestro. The club has confirmed that Aleksandr Golovin, a key playmaker, has been ruled out due to an adductor injury, dealing a blow to their attacking plans.

Manager Sébastien Pocognoli faces another tough call regarding the in-form Maghnes Akliouche. The French international has been a standout performer recently but picked up a minor knock last week. While his training has been limited, reports suggest he could still be risked in the starting lineup, a decision that could define Monaco's offensive threat.

There is some positive news in midfield, with Paul Pogba returning to availability. However, after a lengthy absence since December, he is likely to be introduced from the bench rather than start. Eric Dier is in a similar position, continuing his comeback but not expected to feature from the outset.

With these pieces in mind, the predicted lineup sees Lukas Hradecky in goal, shielded by a back three of Wout Faes, Denis Zakaria, and Thilo Kehrer. The wing-back roles could fall to Simon Adingra and Jordan Teze, with a midfield trio of Aladji Bamba and Lamine Camara supporting the attack. Up front, the responsibility will fall to Mamadou Couliably and Folarin Balogun, with hopes that Akliouche can recover in time to complete a dangerous front three.