The game is in the balance as AS Monaco prepare to face off against their bitter rivals, Ligue 1 champions, Lyon on Saturday afternoon.
The French side will be looking to bounce back from their disappointing 2-0 loss at home to Nice earlier this month and secure their place in the top flight.
Aleksandr Golovin, who was part of the team that beat Lyon in the previous round, has been appointed as the new head coach of AS Monaco.
Golovin has worked with Lyon in the past and knows the club well, having spent time there during his playing career.
"I'm really excited about the opportunity to work under Aleksandr Golovin,Campeonato Brasileiro Action" said Golovin in a statement. "He's a great coach and I look forward to working with him and helping the team achieve its goals."
AS Monaco have already had some success under Golovin's leadership, winning the Coupe de France last season and reaching the semi-finals of the Champions League.
However, they will need to step up their performance against Lyon if they want to secure a spot in the top flight.
"It's going to be a tough test for us," said defender Christian Benteke. "But we'll do everything we can to give our best effort and make sure we don't let them score any goals."
Golovin has expressed his belief in his team's ability to overcome the challenges posed by Lyon and is confident that they will rise to the occasion.
"We're not going to take anything for granted," he said. "We know that Lyon are one of the best teams in the league and we've got to make sure we come out and perform our best."
As the match approaches, fans across France are eagerly anticipating the clash between two of the country's most dominant clubs.