AS Monaco, known as the *Rouge et Blanc*, has been making significant moves ahead of the 2025-2026 Ligue 1 season. The team’s schedule for the upcoming season was unveiled, with their first match set against Le Havre at the Stade Louis-II on the weekend of August 15, 16, and 17[1]. Notably, AS Monaco has signed Paul Pogba on a two-year deal, marking the midfielder’s return to football after a doping suspension[2]. Pogba expressed his desire to return to the French national team, but acknowledged it as a process with multiple stages[7].
Furthermore, AS Monaco has secured Ansu Fati on a loan from Barcelona for the 2025-2026 season, with an option to purchase him for €11 million[4]. The club has also unveiled its new home kit for the season, designed by Mizuno, marking a new partnership[5]. The team will face key matches throughout the season, including derbies against OGC Nice and significant games against Olympique de Marseille and Paris Saint-Germain[1].
AS Monaco’s participation in the UEFA Champions League will begin with the league phase, following the draw on August 28, 2025[3]. The team is also preparing for the Coupe de France, with the first match scheduled for December 2025[3].
References
- [1] AS Monaco’s calendar for the 2025-2026 Ligue 1 season
- [2] Paul Pogba signs with AS Monaco
- [3] 2025–26 AS Monaco FC season
- [4] What Barcelona Stand to Gain from Ansu Fati’s Loan to Monaco
- [5] AS Monaco Unveil First-Ever Mizuno Home Kit
- [6] News – AS Monaco
- [7] Pogba on France return: Still at ‘stage one’
- [8] Ansu Fati joins AS Monaco