US Mer Achieves Historic Qualification to 6th Round of 2026 Coupe de France

In a remarkable upset in the Coupe de France, US Mer, a Régional 3 team, made history by qualifying for the 6th round for the first time after a dramatic victory against the higher division side C’Chartres (National 2). The match, held at the Bernard-Guimont complex, was intensely competitive with a 1-1 draw following regulation time.

C’Chartres took the lead early in the second half with a header from their captain Aurélien Tertereau in the 48th minute. Despite facing a team from a higher tier, US Mer showcased extraordinary determination and skill. Their effort paid off in stoppage time when Aboubacar Yeressa scored the equalizer, assisted by a cramping Enzo Collignon, triggering a jubilant response from about 600 spectators.

The game was ultimately decided by a penalty shootout, where US Mer triumphed 4-3, cementing this victory as a major achievement for the club, which had already eliminated a higher division opponent earlier in the tournament. This remarkable result underscores US Mer's resilience and growing reputation in French football’s prestigious knockout competition.