Coupe de France 2026-2027: Second Round Showcases Regional Triumphs and Advancements

The second round of the 2026-2027 Coupe de France unfolded on August 29-30 across several French regions, spotlighting critical victories as clubs battled for progression in the nationally celebrated tournament.

In the Landes region, key results included Tarnos defeating Cazaux 5-2, Seignosse-Capbreton-Soustons securing a 3-1 win over Peyrehorade, and ES Montoise edging FC Baal by the same 3-1 scoreline. Biscarrosse narrowly won 2-1 against Cazaux, while victors from this round will meet Saint-Paul Sport and Stade Montois in the third round slated for September 12-13.

Elsewhere, matches in the Vosges area displayed intense competitive spirit: Villers-les-Nancy fell 0-1 to Raon-l’Etape, Thaon overcame Sundhoffen 4-2, and Saint-Nabord convincingly crushed Le Thillot 8-0. Several contests ended with tightly fought results, such as Darney/Val-de-Saône drawing 3-3 with Padoux but advancing 5-3 on penalties. Xertigny/Amerey handed Elite FC Epinal a decisive 7-0 defeat, while Girancourt secured a high-scoring 7-3 victory over ES Avière.

A notable derby took place between FC Savérien (Départementale 2) and OS Agen (Départementale 1). After a goalless first half, OS Agen took command in the second half, with Lambert scoring two goals, including a free kick in the 65th minute and an injury-time finish, leading to a 2-0 victory and a third-round berth. OS Agen's coach Saïd Amellal commented on the initially poor performance but was pleased with the progress in the latter half. FC Savérien's coach, Enzo Togni, cited inexperience and difficulty adapting to the match pace as challenges.

In southern France, Martigues Sud claimed a 2-0 win over Luynes at Stade Ruzzetu, bolstered by key plays from player Monpays and goals by Rosa Goncalves and Illiassa. The match paused briefly due to heightened tensions but resumed, with coach Franck Guardiola stressing a philosophy of effort and resilience: "No comfort here, I want guys who outdo themselves—first fight, then talent!"

Overall, the second round showcased the depth and enthusiasm of French regional teams, setting the stage for the upcoming third round where rising clubs aim to continue their pursuit of national honors.