Coupe de France Quarterfinals Recap: Cannes Stuns Guingamp, Reims Edges Angers
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The Coupe de France quarterfinals have been nothing short of exciting, with several teams pulling off impressive victories to advance to the next round. One of the most notable upsets came when Cannes, a National 2 team, defeated Guingamp 3-1, securing their spot in the semifinals. The match was filled with suspense, excitement, and incredible goals, including a stunning lob by Cédric Gonçalves that left the crowd in awe.
The goals for Cannes were scored by Chafik Abbas in the 23rd minute, Cédric Gonçalves in the 30th minute, and Julien Domingues in the 69th minute. Guingamp's only goal was scored by Jacques Siwe in the 46th minute. The win marks a significant milestone for Cannes, who are now just 90 minutes away from playing at the Stade de France. The team's impressive performance has earned them a spot in the semifinals, their best finish since 1992.
In another quarterfinal match, Reims faced off against Angers in a thrilling 1-1 draw that ultimately ended in a 3-5 penalty shootout victory for Reims. The match was marked by a lack of tranchant from Angers, who failed to capitalize on several scoring opportunities. Reims, on the other hand, managed to break their 484-minute goal drought with a header from Nakamura in the 79th minute. The team's victory marks their first semifinal appearance in the Coupe de France since 1988.
The penalty shootout was a nail-biting affair, with both teams converting several shots before Angers' Ibrahima Niane missed his attempt, securing the win for Reims. The team's victory is a significant turnaround from their recent performance, and they will look to carry this momentum into the semifinals. The Coupe de France has once again proven to be a platform for teams to showcase their skills and pull off impressive upsets, and fans can expect even more excitement in the upcoming rounds.
The semifinal matches are expected to be highly competitive, with teams battling it out for a spot in the final. The tournament has already seen several surprises, and it will be interesting to see which teams emerge victorious in the end. For now, Cannes and Reims can bask in the glory of their quarterfinal wins, knowing that they are one step closer to lifting the coveted Coupe de France trophy. The tournament schedule is as follows:
- Coupe de France semifinals: TBD
- Coupe de France final: TBD
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