Coupe de France Round of 16: Stade de Reims Advances, Lille vs Lyon Highlights, and Key Matchups

The 16th round of the 2025-2026 Coupe de France has delivered intense matches with notable outcomes affecting both Ligue 1 and lower-tier clubs. Stade de Reims secured their place in the eighth finals by defeating Le Puy-en-Velay in a tense penalty shootout 3-0 after a goalless draw. The match was marked by unusual difficulties locating the penalty spot on the snow-affected pitch, leading referees to mark it with orange powder to assist the players. Reims goalkeeper Alexandre Olliero was instrumental, saving two penalties and helping his team maintain the advantage, while Le Puy's Clément Rodrigues missed a penalty in the 60th minute.

Meanwhile, top Ligue 1 teams Monaco, Toulouse, Strasbourg, and others progressed through the round with Monaco beating US Orléans 3-1 and Strasbourg overwhelming US Avranches 6-0. Toulouse edged out Angers after penalties.

One anticipated fixture features Lille OSC hosting Olympique Lyonnais. Lille, leading Ligue 1 by two points, will look to overcome Lyon who won their last meeting 1-0. Lille recently lost to Rennes, while Lyon won a strong 3-1 match against Monaco. The match, significant for Champions League qualification hopes, may also see Lille debut young talent Endrick. It will be broadcast live on beIN SPORTS 1 at 21:00.

Another highlight is Rennes facing US Chantilly at the Pierre-Brisson stadium. The game is notable for the reunion of Rennes coach Habib Beye and Chantilly coach Yacoub Yassine, who share mutual respect. Rennes, aiming for their fourth Coupe de France title, will look to avoid an upset against the lower-ranked National 2 side Chantilly.

The upcoming fixtures include high-profile matches such as PSG versus Paris FC and Marseille against Bayeux, ensuring exciting contests ahead. Matches are broadcast across beIN SPORTS and France TV, bringing extensive coverage to football fans during this knockout phase.