NewsMay 22, 08:10 PM
Coulibaly: Youngest Scorer in Coupe de France Final at 17
Djibril Coulibaly, at 17 years and 185 days, became the youngest goalscorer in a Coupe de France final this century, netting for Nice just before half-time.
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20NewsMay 22, 07:53 PM
Thauvin's 25th-Minute Goal: Lens Lead in Coupe de France
Florian Thauvin's 25th-minute opener gave Lens a vital lead over Nice in the Coupe de France final, capitalising on a low cross to beat the defence.
NewsMay 22, 07:38 PM
Macron Greets Lens, Nice: Coupe Final Tradition Returns
President Macron met Lens and Nice players before the Coupe de France final, resuming a tradition paused years ago due to jeers from the crowd.
NewsMay 22, 07:27 PM
Why Nice-PSG Rivalry Turns Violent: History of Clashes
A brawl in Paris left 6 wounded and 65 arrested, underscoring a deep-rooted feud between Nice and PSG supporters fueled by political extremism.
NewsMay 22, 07:10 PM
Why French Cup Final Referees Wear 84: La Poste Campaign
84% of French believe valuing referees protects sport, so La Poste assigned number 84 to officials for the French Cup final and other finals until June 27.
NewsMay 22, 06:15 PM
Lens-Nice Final: Saint-Maximin over Saïd, What It Means
Allan Saint-Maximin starts over Wesley Saïd in the Coupe de France final against Nice, as Lens chase trophy and Nice balance survival.
NewsMay 22, 05:30 PM
Lens vs Nice Coupe Final: Drought Ends Tonight
Lens and Nice contest the Coupe de France final tonight, each aiming to end a 25-year trophy drought. One side will claim a first major honor in decades.
NewsMay 22, 05:08 PM
Why the 2026 Coupe de France Final is Friday: Transport
The 2026 Coupe de France final moves to Friday 22 May, avoiding Grand Paris transport woes but clashing with the Challenge Cup rugby final on France
NewsMay 22, 03:46 PM
Why Nice's Week of Tension and Rebound Matters for Cup Final
Nice's tense week ended with a rally before the Coupe de France final vs Lens. The outcome is crucial with a relegation playoff on the horizon.
NewsMay 22, 04:30 AM
Lens vs Nice Coupe de France Final: Logic or Heroism?
Lens vs Nice: Coupe de France final with Lens seeking first trophy and Nice fighting relegation. 75% Lens fans expected at Stade de France.
NewsMay 21, 09:03 PM
Semi-Automatic Offside: 12 Cameras for Lens vs Nice Final
Semi-automatic offside returns for the Lens vs Nice Coupe de France final, deploying 12 cameras to deliver faster, more precise VAR offside calls.
NewsMay 21, 08:26 PM
Why Nice's Puel Keeps Lineup Secret for Lens Final
Claude Puel delays Nice lineup reveal for Coupe de France final vs Lens; Jonathan Clauss fit while Maxime Dupé and Dante expected to start.
NewsMay 21, 05:13 PM
Lens' Cup Final Doubt: Who Pairs with Sarr and Ganiou?
Injury crisis clouds Lens' Coupe de France final defence: Gradit, Baidoo, Gurtner out, leaving only Sarr and Ganiou as fit centre-backs for the final.
NewsMay 21, 05:04 PM
Free Gleizes: Parents to Kick Off Coupe de France Final
Mother and stepfather of jailed journalist Christophe Gleizes will give ceremonial kick-off at Coupe de France final, as #FreeGleizes campaign distributes 800
NewsMay 21, 03:43 PM
Adrien Thomasson Bids Farewell: Lens' 120-Year Cup Dream
Adrien Thomasson confirms Coupe de France final vs Nice will be his last Lens match, as club chases first-ever trophy in its 120-year history, seeking a dream
NewsMay 19, 04:30 AM
Nice’s Nightmare: Closed-Door Play-off and B-Team Cup Final
OGC Nice face a closed-door relegation play-off on May 29 after fan chaos, while a B-team is likely for the Coupe de France final to save starters.
NewsMay 18, 05:05 PM
20,000 Tickets Sold: Saint-Étienne vs Nice Play-Off Buzz
Saint-Étienne sold 20,000 priority tickets in under a day for the L1 relegation play-off vs Nice, with open training Wednesday stoking fan excitement.
NewsMay 17, 10:30 PM
Kevin Trapp on Giant-Killing PSG: What it Means for Paris FC
Paris FC goalkeeper Kevin Trapp says stunning win over PSG inspires continuation of project and backs coach Antoine Kombouaré after giant-killing.
NewsMay 17, 10:13 PM
Luis Enrique Slams PSG Display, Reveals Dembélé Status
Luis Enrique delivered a stinging assessment of his PSG side's latest Ligue 1 outing while confirming Ousmane Dembélé's fitness status ahead of key fixtures.
NewsMay 17, 04:15 AM
Monaco's €100M Summer Exodus: Why Stars Must Be Sold
AS Monaco must sell Balogun, Camara, Akliouche for €100M+ as Champions League miss creates €50M shortfall, forcing a summer exodus to avoid debt.