Monaco has secured its place in the top three of the French league with a stunning victory over Lille on Sunday. The result was a testament to Monaco's attacking prowess and the strength of their defense.

The first half of the match was dominated by Monaco, who created numerous chances for themselves but were unable to convert them into goals. However, that changed in the second half when they took control of the game and scored two goals in quick succession.

Firstly, they found the net through a well-taken goal from Benjamin Mendy, who beat his marker and slotted home the ball past the Lille goalkeeper. This gave Monaco the lead and set them up for the second goal.

Then, in the dying minutes of the match, Monaco midfielder Kylian Mbappe completed his hat-trick with a powerful header into the back of the net. This goal was Mbappe's third of the season and ensured that he would be named as the top scorer in the league.

The win is a huge boost for Monaco, who have now climbed up to third place in the league table. It also strengthens their position in the Champions League qualification race, as they sit just one point behind Paris Saint-Germain in fourth place.

However, Lille's hopes of reaching Europe next season will be dashed after this defeat. They currently sit in fifth place in the league, five points behind Monaco and seven points behind Paris Saint-Germain. A win against Strasbourg on Tuesday could still give them a chance of qualifying for the Europa League, but it looks increasingly unlikely.

In conclusion, Monaco's victory over Lille was a crucial one for their season. It showed that they are capable of beating the best teams in France and sets them up for a strong challenge in the Champions League. Meanwhile, Lille's hopes of reaching Europe next season look slim after this defeat.