The best Coupe de France finals 🏆 | OneFootball

The magic of the Coupe de France often lies in its finals. Unlikely feats, dramatic twists, outrageous goals and raw emotion: the trophy has delivered some of the greatest thrills in French football.

On the occasion of the final between Lens and OGC Nice, here’s a look back at the greatest finals in history.

PSG 2 – 2 Saint-Étienne

In 1982, Paris were chasing their very first trophy. On the other side were Platini’s Les Verts, and the final match of this legend’s career with Saint-Étienne. ASSE looked to be heading for victory before Paris snatched an equaliser at the very last second. The Parisians eventually won on penalties. An incredibly hard-fought final!

PSG 3 – 2 Nantes

In 1983, Paris played in their second straight Coupe de France final, up against a Nantes side led by Vahid Halilhodzic. Right from the start, the Parisians took the lead thanks to a superb free-kick. But Nantes hit back immediately and were even ahead at half-time. On the hour mark, Safet Susic brought Paris level before setting up Nambatingue Toko to put Paris in front. The capital rejoiced and claimed its second Coupe de France in two years!

Olympique de Marseille 4 – 3 Monaco

In 1989, OM, inspired by Jean-Pierre Papin, secured their very first league and cup double. It was at the Parc des Princes that Papin scored a hat-trick to lift the trophy. Despite their strong side, Monaco could not upset the odds.

Saint-Étienne 5 – 0 Nantes

In 1970, ASSE were a seasoned side and Nantes were very solid. But that was not enough for Nantes. That night, Les Verts recorded the biggest win ever in a Coupe de France final, a record that still stands today.

Guingamp 2 – 1 Stade Rennais

In 2009, it was an all-Breton final. That season, Guingamp were playing in Ligue 2 and became only the second second-division club to win the Coupe de France. Guingamp won the Breton derby and repeated the feat in 2014, again against Rennes with another Coupe de France final victory.

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