Even after Zlatan Ibrahimovic left PSG last summer, the capital team were expected to continue their domination of French football this year under new manager Unai Emery.

Instead, Leonardo Jardim’s AS Monaco have taken Ligue 1 by storm, holding a three-point lead at the top of the table, and are in the Champions League semi-finals. The young side, led by teenage sensation Kylian Mbappe, have been dominant, and their free-flowing, high-scoring style has been refreshing to watch.

How have they managed to surprise everyone in France and the rest of Europe? Here’s a look at Monaco’s tactics from this season.

Will Monaco be able to continue their stunning rise?

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