PARIS (AP) — A superb header from George Ilenikhena in the 89th minute gave Monaco a scrappy 2-1 win over 10-man Auxerre in the French league on Saturday.

The 19-year-old forward rose above his marker inside the box and powered the ball just under the bar, securing Monaco’s third victory of the season and moving the Principality club level on points with Paris Saint-Germain and Lyon.

Defending champion PSG and Lyon, the only sides to have won all their games heading into the fourth round, have one match in hand and are both in action on Sunday.

Before Ilenikhena’s late winner, an own goal from Monaco’s Mohammed Salisu in the 73rd minute allowed Auxerre back in the match. Midfielder Takumi Minamino had given Monaco the lead just before halftime, and the visitors seemed in full control af

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