FC Bourgoin-Jallieu’s Historic 2025 Coupe de France Run Ends in Penalty Shootout Defeat

In a remarkable underdog story of the 2025 Coupe de France, FC Bourgoin-Jallieu (FCBJ), a Nationale 3 club, captured nationwide attention by reaching the 8th round of the tournament. On January 15, 2025, FCBJ stunned football fans by eliminating Ligue 1 powerhouse Olympique Lyonnais after a thrilling match that drew nearly 7,000 spectators to the Pierre-Rajon stadium in Bourgoin-Jallieu.

The match against Lyon ended in a dramatic 2-2 draw, with FCBJ's Mehdi Moujetsky netting both goals. The victory was ultimately sealed in a penalty shootout where FCBJ goalkeeper Ronan Jay, a student, made crucial saves against prominent Lyon players Corentin Tolisso and Alexandre Lacazette, helping his team to a 4-2 shootout win.

Despite this historic triumph, FC Bourgoin-Jallieu’s impressive journey concluded in the following round. Facing Reims, the match remained goalless after regular time, leading once again to penalties. This time, FCBJ fell short, losing 3-2 in a tense shootout.

This stunning cup run highlighted FCBJ's resilience and the heroics of key players like Moujetsky and Jay, elevating the small club’s profile in French football. Their unexpected victory over Lyon remains a standout moment in the 2025 tournament, which continues with the next stage of the Coupe de France scheduled for January 2026.

The French Football Federation announced the upcoming Round of 16 will be held from January 10 to 13, 2026, with the draw scheduled for January 13. Matches will be broadcast live on beIN SPORTS, featuring teams from various leagues, including top-tier Ligue 1 sides and lower league outfits.

FC Bourgoin-Jallieu’s remarkable 2025 Coupe de France run, characterized by their giant-killing feats and spirited performances, will be remembered as one of the competition’s most epic underdog stories in recent history.