AS Monaco Basketball Advances to Betclic Elite Finale Against Paris
AS Monaco overcomes a 15-point deficit against ASVEL to secure a spot in the championship final.
In a thrilling encounter at the Gaston-Médecin arena on Tuesday night, AS Monaco basketball team clinched their place in the Betclic Elite finals by defeating ASVEL 91-86 in Game 4 of the semi-final series.
With just minutes remaining in the match, Monaco found themselves trailing by 15 points.
However, a remarkable 20-0 run allowed them to turn the game around completely.
Matthew Strazel emerged as a standout performer for the Roca Team, contributing significantly with 18 points and 10 assists.
The team had entered this match with a series lead of two victories to one.
AS Monaco will now face Paris Basket, another participant in the Euroleague, aiming for their third consecutive national title.
The first two games of the final series are scheduled to take place in the French capital on Sunday.
In a separate development, the prestigious Beefbar restaurant group has been recognized as the world's top meat specialty restaurant group for the third consecutive year.
Established by Riccardo Giraudi, Beefbar celebrates its 20th anniversary this year and operates in over 40 cities globally.
The accolade comes from the ‘World’s 101 Best Steak Restaurants 2025’ ranking.
This assessment, compiled by an international panel of culinary experts and anonymous inspectors, recognizes venues for their meat quality, exceptional service, consistency, and innovative customer experiences.
Giraudi expressed gratitude for this achievement, emphasizing a collective effort.
The brand, which originated in Monte Carlo in 2005, is now a significant player in the global gastronomic scene.
Moreover, Beefbar Monaco and Anahi Paris are included in this year’s prestigious rankings of the best steakhouses worldwide, highlighting the group’s international reach.
Additionally, the launch of the Monaco United Football Club marks a new chapter for football in the Principality.
Officially announced on June 9, 2025, this initiative is spearheaded by former football player Marco Simone, alongside Morris Pagniello of the Racing City Group and CEO Justin Davis.
Monaco United aims to focus on elite women’s football, seeking to establish its women’s team in the D1 Arkéma (French Women’s League) within four years.
The club has devised a comprehensive strategy that includes a senior women’s team, a men’s team consisting of local and international talent, and an academy for youth players aged 14 to 23.
The team plans to train at the Stade Didier Deschamps, situated near the iconic Stade Louis II, and emphasizes a long-term vision of sustainable football development.
Pagniello emphasizes that the project seeks to create a serious and enduring football institution, aspiring to enroll over 100,000 students by 2028.
Notable ambassadors for the project include 2018 World Champion Adil Rami and Jérémy Ménez, both of whom support the ambition to elevate women's football in the region.
The project receives institutional backing, illustrated by the attendance of Thomas Brezzo, President of the National Council, during its launch.
As Monaco United outlines its objectives, it remains committed to complementary coexistence with existing local football institutions, particularly AS Monaco.
The club anticipates commencing operations in September 2025, seeking to build a robust and competitive team structure.
With just minutes remaining in the match, Monaco found themselves trailing by 15 points.
However, a remarkable 20-0 run allowed them to turn the game around completely.
Matthew Strazel emerged as a standout performer for the Roca Team, contributing significantly with 18 points and 10 assists.
The team had entered this match with a series lead of two victories to one.
AS Monaco will now face Paris Basket, another participant in the Euroleague, aiming for their third consecutive national title.
The first two games of the final series are scheduled to take place in the French capital on Sunday.
In a separate development, the prestigious Beefbar restaurant group has been recognized as the world's top meat specialty restaurant group for the third consecutive year.
Established by Riccardo Giraudi, Beefbar celebrates its 20th anniversary this year and operates in over 40 cities globally.
The accolade comes from the ‘World’s 101 Best Steak Restaurants 2025’ ranking.
This assessment, compiled by an international panel of culinary experts and anonymous inspectors, recognizes venues for their meat quality, exceptional service, consistency, and innovative customer experiences.
Giraudi expressed gratitude for this achievement, emphasizing a collective effort.
The brand, which originated in Monte Carlo in 2005, is now a significant player in the global gastronomic scene.
Moreover, Beefbar Monaco and Anahi Paris are included in this year’s prestigious rankings of the best steakhouses worldwide, highlighting the group’s international reach.
Additionally, the launch of the Monaco United Football Club marks a new chapter for football in the Principality.
Officially announced on June 9, 2025, this initiative is spearheaded by former football player Marco Simone, alongside Morris Pagniello of the Racing City Group and CEO Justin Davis.
Monaco United aims to focus on elite women’s football, seeking to establish its women’s team in the D1 Arkéma (French Women’s League) within four years.
The club has devised a comprehensive strategy that includes a senior women’s team, a men’s team consisting of local and international talent, and an academy for youth players aged 14 to 23.
The team plans to train at the Stade Didier Deschamps, situated near the iconic Stade Louis II, and emphasizes a long-term vision of sustainable football development.
Pagniello emphasizes that the project seeks to create a serious and enduring football institution, aspiring to enroll over 100,000 students by 2028.
Notable ambassadors for the project include 2018 World Champion Adil Rami and Jérémy Ménez, both of whom support the ambition to elevate women's football in the region.
The project receives institutional backing, illustrated by the attendance of Thomas Brezzo, President of the National Council, during its launch.
As Monaco United outlines its objectives, it remains committed to complementary coexistence with existing local football institutions, particularly AS Monaco.
The club anticipates commencing operations in September 2025, seeking to build a robust and competitive team structure.
