### Monaco Edges Nantes 3-2 in Ligue 1 Round 2
In the opening round of Ligue 1 on Sunday, Monaco secured a 3-2 victory over Nantes at the Stade de la Courneuve. The match was played in front of a capacity crowd, with both teams showing impressive performances throughout.
#### First Half: Monaco Dominates
The first half saw Monaco take control of the game from the outset. Antoine Griezmann opened the scoring for Monaco in the 16th minute. His low right-footed shot found its way into the back of the net, giving the hosts an early lead.
Nantes did not go down without a fight and responded quickly. In the 24th minute, Maxence Sarr equalized for Nantes, firing a header past Monaco's goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois. This goal marked the beginning of a tense defensive battle between the two sides.
#### Second Half: Nantes Pressures Monaco
In the second half, Nantes continued to press hard, looking to find their second goal. However, Monaco remained resilient, keeping the game tight until the final minutes.
In the 87th minute, Monaco finally broke the deadlock when Ben Yedder scored his second consecutive goal of the season. The striker took advantage of a poor clearance by Nantes defender Mathieu Valbuena and curled a stunning right-footed shot into the top corner of the net. This goal gave Monaco a comfortable 3-2 lead.
#### Conclusion
The match ended in a close finish, but Monaco emerged victorious against Nantes in Ligue 1 Round 2. The performance of Ben Yedder, who scored twice in this match, was particularly noteworthy. His ability to consistently create opportunities and score goals is a testament to his skill and determination.
This win gives Monaco hope going forward as they look to build on their strong start to the season. Meanwhile, Nantes will need to work harder to bounce back and improve their form in Ligue 1. The upcoming matches will be crucial for both teams as they aim to secure their positions in the league standings.