This French Cup match pits AJ Auxerre against Monaco, presenting a clear contrast in current form and league standing. Auxerre, currently struggling in Ligue 1 with a low position and a negative goal difference, faces a stern test against a Monaco side positioned higher in the league table. Monaco’s recent form shows a mixed bag, including wins against Galatasaray and Paris Saint Germain, but also some losses. While not consistently dominant, their results suggest a team capable of performing well, especially against opponents lower in the rankings. Auxerre's home form in the recent matches reveals defensive vulnerabilities, which Monaco can exploit. The injury data indicates that both teams have key players sidelined. Monaco's depth and attacking talent should enable them to secure a victory. The match odds reflect the expectation of a Monaco win, with Asian Handicap suggesting a clear advantage. The Over/Under market suggests a lower-scoring game, which is reinforced by the teams' recent performances. However, Monaco's attacking strength suggests a possibility to score a couple of goals. Given these factors, a bet on Monaco to win with an Asian Handicap favoring them, coupled with an under bet for goals, looks to be a reasonable prediction. A straight win for Monaco in the 1X2 market aligns with this assessment.