Elderson Echiejile returned from injury to play the full game as Monaco forced Saint Etienne to a 1-1 draw Sunday.
The Nigeria defender has been sidelined by a hamstring injury he picked up in training since the New Year.
Monaco are second on the table with 46 points from 26 matches, six points clear of third-placed St.Etienne.
Ligue 1 leaders PSG are 24 points clear at the top.