Monaco have secured their place in the UEFA Champions League with a 2-1 victory over Lille on Saturday. The result means that Monaco will play in Europe's premier club competition next season for the first time since 2014.

The victory was achieved thanks to goals from Benjamin Mendy and Raul Gonzalez. Mendy scored in the 57th minute and Gonzalez added the second in the 89th minute. Despite the win, Monaco still has work to do if they want to secure a top-three finish this season.

With two games remaining, Monaco must beat Nice and hope that PSG lose out against Bordeaux. If both happen, then Monaco will be crowned champions and secure their spot in the Champions League. However, if either team wins their game, then Monaco's hopes of securing a top-three finish will be slimmed.

Despite the slim chances of securing a top-three finish, Monaco will still be happy with their performance on Saturday. They showed great resilience and determination throughout the match, and it is clear that they are ready for the challenges that lie ahead in Europe.

Overall, Monaco's victory over Lille is a significant achievement for the team. It shows that they can compete at the highest level and that they have what it takes to make a name for themselves in European football. With just two games left to go, Monaco now knows that they need to focus on winning those games to ensure their place in the Champions League.