Monaco has secured their place in the UEFA Champions League playoffs with a convincing 2-0 victory over Lille on Saturday night. The result means that Monaco will be playing against either Paris Saint-Germain or Manchester City in the next round of the competition.

The match was a closely contested affair, with both sides creating numerous chances throughout the game. However, it was Monaco who were able to take the lead in the 67th minute through a well-taken goal from Benjamin Mendy. Mendy's strike was a perfect example of why he is one of the best defenders in Europe and his contribution to the team's success cannot be overstated.

In the second half, Monaco continued to dominate and they added another goal in the 84th minute through a well-placed header from Kylian Mbappe. The French striker's goal was the cherry on top for Monaco as they booked their place in the next round of the Champions League.

This win comes at a crucial time for Monaco as they look to make a strong push for the Ligue 1 title this season. With two games remaining, Monaco have already clinched a spot in the Europa Conference League and now have a chance to finish runners-up in the league.

Monaco's performance on Saturday night showed that they are capable of competing at the highest level and they will be hoping to continue their good form into the final few games of the season. They have a tough task ahead of them as they face PSG and Manchester City in the next two weeks but with their recent form, there is no reason why they cannot achieve their goals.