Coupe de France 32nd Finals: Venue Confirmations Highlight Excitement for Key Matches

The 32nd finals of the 2025 Coupe de France are scheduled for December 19, 20, and 21, with several clubs confirming venues amid broadcasting and logistical considerations. Notably, FC Saint-Cyr/Collonges will face Olympique Lyonnais (OL) at the prestigious Groupama Stadium on December 21 at 21:00. OL President Michele Kang announced this decision, praising the spirit of the Coupe de France and noting that Saint-Cyr/Collonges, an amateur Regional 1 team, plans to donate their match revenue to OL to help with financial challenges. The coach of Saint-Cyr/Collonges expressed joy at playing in such a renowned venue, highlighting it as a significant celebration for regional football.

Meanwhile, FC Périgny, making their first appearance in the Round of 32, will host their game against Le Mans not at the initially hoped Marcel-Deflandre stadium but at Stade François Le Parco in La Rochelle on December 19 at 20:45. The decision was influenced by BeIN Sports’ scheduling and the prohibitive costs exceeding 100,000 euros for hosting the match at Marcel-Deflandre. The move to Le Parco allows a larger audience capacity of 3,800 spectators compared with Périgny’s own 2,500-capacity stadium.

Broadcasting arrangements include live coverage on beIN SPORTS with several matches broadcast in multiplex format. Among the highlights, defending champions Paris Saint-Germain will play Vendée Fontenay Foot at the Beaujoire stadium on December 20 at 21:00, and matches will span multiple locations across France.

These venue decisions underscore both the logistical challenges and the inclusive spirit of the Coupe de France, bringing together professional and amateur clubs in prominent stadiums and offering fans nationwide an exciting spectacle.