RC Lens Secures Historic Coupe de France Final Spot After Dominant Win Over Toulouse

RC Lens has qualified for the Coupe de France final for the first time in 28 years after a commanding 4-1 victory over Toulouse. This achievement marks Lens's return to the final since their last appearance in 1998, signaling a significant moment in the club’s recent history. The decisive win was highlighted by the outstanding performance of Saud Abdulhamid, a player who was nearly signed by Toulouse last summer but chose Lens instead. Abdulhamid played a pivotal role in both matches against Toulouse, scoring the winning goal in a prior Ligue 1 match and then contributing two assists in the semi-final, helping to set up the third and fourth goals at Bollaert Stadium. His efforts earned enthusiastic applause from the 38,000 fans present.

Meanwhile, the other semi-final of the Coupe de France is set for April 22, featuring Strasbourg versus Nice. Strasbourg reached this stage after overcoming teams such as Dunkerque, Avranches, Monaco, and Reims, with memorable victories including two late goals against Reims. On the other hand, Nice, despite struggles in the league, demonstrated strong Cup performances by defeating Saint-Étienne, Nantes, Montpellier, and Lorient, often through penalty shootouts.

The Strasbourg-Nice match will be played at the Meinau Stadium at 21:00 and broadcast live on beIN SPORTS 1, providing fans with the opportunity to witness the battle for the second final spot. This upcoming fixture completes the picture for the final showdown, where Lens awaits their challenger.

Lens’s semi-final victory was not only a testament to their teamwork but also highlighted individual brilliance, particularly from Abdulhamid, who has become a key figure for the club this season. As Lens prepares for the final, their historic qualification after nearly three decades places them firmly in the spotlight of French football.