On Tuesday, 18 October, UEFA Champions League Group Stage MD 3 match between PFC CSKA Moscow and Monaco took place at Arena CSKA. The game ended 1:1.

Traore had a lot of goal scoring opportunities, but he scored only in the 34^th minute. The first half was winning for PFC CSKA. During the second half the home team was excellent in defense, but they were unable to keep their win. Monaco players managed to score to Akinfeev just before the end of the game.

After three matchdays PFC CSKA has gained 2 points. Monaco and PFC CSKA will be playing MD 4 in France on 2 November.