Golovin double helps Monaco beat Metz

Aleksandr Golovin scored twice as Monaco rallied from a goal down to defeat Metz 2-1 at home in Ligue 1 on Sunday and reclaim first place.

Monaco is now one point ahead of Nice at the top of the table, with 20 points from nine games, and two points ahead of PSG in third.

Metz took a surprise early lead when midfielder Lamine Camara found the top right corner with a long-range shot in the fourth minute.

With Metz on course for a hard-fought lead at halftime, Monaco equalized minutes before the break thanks to Golovin's powerful strike from outside the box.

Monaco dominated possession in the second half, and the Russia midfielder completed the turnaround in the 55th minute with a stunning free kick that went inside the right post.

Metz are 16th with eight points.

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