A high-stakes clash awaits at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu as Real Madrid host AS Monaco at 9:00 PM today, both eyeing a key result in the League Stage.

Real Madrid enter this contest riding a strong wave of form, with 3 wins from their last 5 matches. AS Monaco have been relatively steady, taking 2 victories in recent outings.

Historically, both teams are level with 1 wins each in 2 past encounters. Their most recent meeting saw AS Monaco came out on top 1-3.

Expect Real Madrid to control midfield with their 4-3-3 formation, while AS Monaco aim to absorb and counter in their 4-3-1-2.

With so much at stake in the League Stage, both teams will be eager to leave their mark. Fine margins could decide this contest.