L'AS Monaco welcomes Ben Seghir back as they travel to Auxerre
Ben Seghir's return bolsters Monaco's ranks
L'AS Monaco will be boosted by the return of attacking midfielder Eliesse Ben Seghir for their Ligue 1 trip to Auxerre on Saturday.
The 18-year-old has missed Monaco's last two matches with a thigh injury but has been passed fit to return to action.
Ben Seghir has been a key player for Monaco this season, scoring three goals and providing two assists in 19 appearances in all competitions.
Auxerre desperate to end losing streak
Auxerre, meanwhile, will be looking to end a run of three consecutive defeats when they host Monaco.
The promoted side have lost their last three matches in all competitions, including a 5-0 thrashing at the hands of Paris Saint-Germain last weekend.
Auxerre are currently 19th in Ligue 1, just one point above the relegation zone.
Key battle: Ben Yedder vs Jubal
One of the key battles in the match will be between Monaco striker Wissam Ben Yedder and Auxerre goalkeeper Donovan Leon.
Ben Yedder is Monaco's leading scorer this season with 11 goals in all competitions, while Leon has been in impressive form for Auxerre, keeping three clean sheets in his last five appearances.
If Monaco are to win the match, they will need Ben Yedder to be at his best and find a way past Leon.
Prediction
Monaco will be confident of victory against Auxerre, who are struggling for form at the moment.
The return of Ben Seghir is a major boost for Monaco, and they should have too much quality for Auxerre.
Prediction: Monaco to win 2-0
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