Ligue 2 Teams Enter as Coupe de France 7th Round Brings Exciting Matchups and Underdog Stories

The seventh round of the Coupe de France will take place on November 15-16, 2025, marking the entry of all Ligue 2 clubs into the competition alongside district-level teams. A spotlight is on the underdog Etoile de Bobigny from District 1, who faces Villeneuve-la-Garenne (R3), showing that lower division clubs remain competitive in this prestigious knockout tournament. A major Ligue 2 highlight is the northern derby between Dunkerque and Boulogne-sur-Mer, expected to draw considerable attention.

An exception to the weekend schedule is the rescheduled match between Aubagne (National) and Avignon (R2), delayed until November 12, with the winner set to meet AC Seyssinet Pariset (N3) in the next round. Another notable contest involves ASPTT Caen (R1) visiting Yvetot, another R1 side, with ASPTT Caen's president Yann Binet underscoring the significance of matching the club's historic best by reaching the eighth round. The team’s captain Léo Hamel reflected on the emotional value of the Cup, and over 60 supporters plan to travel to cheer them on.

Meanwhile, AS Cannes faces Ligue 2 side Annecy in a crucial match this Friday as they aim to balance ambitions between a Cup run and promotion efforts. The club recently underwent management changes amid a shaky start to the season, but fans remain cautiously optimistic, viewing a Cup victory as a welcome bonus rather than a necessity.

This seventh round continues to highlight the magic of the Coupe de France, blending professional clashes with thrilling underdog battles and community spirit.