Jean-Philippe Rohr Comments on Upcoming Côte d'Azur Derby Between Monaco and Nice
The former player provides insights ahead of the 108th Derby of the Côte d'Azur, reflecting on club performances and personal experiences.
Jean-Philippe Rohr, a former midfielder for both OGC Nice and AS Monaco, shared his thoughts on the upcoming Côte d'Azur derby scheduled for Saturday evening at the Louis-II Stadium.
Having played 91 matches for Nice and 53 for Monaco, Rohr is well-acquainted with the significance of this rivalry.
Rohr anticipates a tightly contested match.
He predicted a 1-1 draw, highlighting that both teams are competing for Champions League qualification—a situation that has become less frequent.
Despite it being a home game for Monaco, Rohr noted that Nice has been resilient on the road, suffering only four losses in 13 away matches this season, which ranks them fifth in Ligue 1.
He commended both clubs for their strong seasons, stating he did not expect Nice to perform so well but acknowledged their solid and complete squad.
He emphasized their defensive rigor and attacking dynamics under their current manager, mentioning key players like Dante and goalkeeper Marcin Bulka as instrumental to their success.
Rohr also praised the attacking capabilities of Nice's forwards, suggesting they could form a top-tier attacking line in Ligue 1.
Looking ahead to the season's conclusion, Rohr expressed hope that both clubs would secure Champions League spots, expecting Nice to finish ahead of Monaco thanks to the potential returns of players Morgan Sanson and Terem Moffi, which he believes would enhance their squad depth.
When discussing players from both teams, Rohr expressed admiration for Monaco's Aleksandr Golovin, whose recent form has not matched his past performance levels due to an injury.
He noted Golovin’s unique technical abilities as a standout in the league.
On the Nice side, he highlighted the influential play of Jonathan Clauss.
In terms of managerial contributions, Rohr reflected on the impact of Adi Hütter at Monaco, acknowledging the offensive vision he brought while critiquing individual errors that have plagued the team.
Despite being positioned third in the league, Rohr conveyed that Monaco has benefited from the missteps of opponents and recognized the team's youthful talent and potential.
Reflecting on his career, Rohr recounted his move from Metz to Nice in 1985, driven by the vibrant atmosphere at the Ray stadium, particularly the passionate support from the ultras.
He remembered his subsequent transfer to Monaco as controversial due to an injury that limited his initial appearances for Nice, yet he was drawn by the ambitions of Monaco’s leadership.
Rohr also reminisced about the influence of his idol, coach Vujadin Boškov, who he credited with instilling a formidable team ethos and tactical intelligence that contributed to their domestic successes.
He described Boškov’s training methods as rigorous, which initially led to injuries but ultimately forged a stronger team capable of performing exceptionally at home.
Having played 91 matches for Nice and 53 for Monaco, Rohr is well-acquainted with the significance of this rivalry.
Rohr anticipates a tightly contested match.
He predicted a 1-1 draw, highlighting that both teams are competing for Champions League qualification—a situation that has become less frequent.
Despite it being a home game for Monaco, Rohr noted that Nice has been resilient on the road, suffering only four losses in 13 away matches this season, which ranks them fifth in Ligue 1.
He commended both clubs for their strong seasons, stating he did not expect Nice to perform so well but acknowledged their solid and complete squad.
He emphasized their defensive rigor and attacking dynamics under their current manager, mentioning key players like Dante and goalkeeper Marcin Bulka as instrumental to their success.
Rohr also praised the attacking capabilities of Nice's forwards, suggesting they could form a top-tier attacking line in Ligue 1.
Looking ahead to the season's conclusion, Rohr expressed hope that both clubs would secure Champions League spots, expecting Nice to finish ahead of Monaco thanks to the potential returns of players Morgan Sanson and Terem Moffi, which he believes would enhance their squad depth.
When discussing players from both teams, Rohr expressed admiration for Monaco's Aleksandr Golovin, whose recent form has not matched his past performance levels due to an injury.
He noted Golovin’s unique technical abilities as a standout in the league.
On the Nice side, he highlighted the influential play of Jonathan Clauss.
In terms of managerial contributions, Rohr reflected on the impact of Adi Hütter at Monaco, acknowledging the offensive vision he brought while critiquing individual errors that have plagued the team.
Despite being positioned third in the league, Rohr conveyed that Monaco has benefited from the missteps of opponents and recognized the team's youthful talent and potential.
Reflecting on his career, Rohr recounted his move from Metz to Nice in 1985, driven by the vibrant atmosphere at the Ray stadium, particularly the passionate support from the ultras.
He remembered his subsequent transfer to Monaco as controversial due to an injury that limited his initial appearances for Nice, yet he was drawn by the ambitions of Monaco’s leadership.
Rohr also reminisced about the influence of his idol, coach Vujadin Boškov, who he credited with instilling a formidable team ethos and tactical intelligence that contributed to their domestic successes.
He described Boškov’s training methods as rigorous, which initially led to injuries but ultimately forged a stronger team capable of performing exceptionally at home.
