Nice Advances in Coupe de France; Paris FC Falls Despite Immobile’s Efforts
In a thrilling round of 16 matchup in the Coupe de France, OGC Nice produced a remarkable comeback to qualify for the quarter-finals. The team’s victory came in dramatic fashion against Montpellier, as they scored late to secure a 3-2 win. Meanwhile, Paris FC’s journey in the tournament ended with a disappointing 2-0 loss to Lorient.
Nice’s Dramatic Comeback
Trailing 0-2 against Montpellier, Nice rebounded fiercely. The decisive moment occurred during extra time when Ibrahima Diop netted a stunning shot from the edge of the penalty area, sealing the match for Nice.
- Final Score: Nice 3 – 2 Montpellier
- Key Player: Ibrahima Diop, who scored the winning goal
Paris FC’s Elimination
Paris FC, fresh from their upset of Paris Saint-Germain in the previous round, faced a challenging Lorient side. Paris FC failed to find their rhythm, ultimately succumbing to a 2-0 defeat.
- Final Score: Lorient 2 – 0 Paris FC
- Challenge: Ciro Immobile could not spark a comeback in his debut
Quarter-Finalists of the Coupe de France
As the competition progresses, the following clubs have qualified for the quarter-finals:
- Lens
- Olympique de Marseille (OM)
- Olympique Lyonnais (OL)
- Toulouse
- Nice
- Lorient
- Strasbourg or AS Monaco
- Reims
Recent Matches Summary
| Match | Score |
|---|---|
| Lorient vs Paris FC | 2 – 0 |
| Nice vs Montpellier | 3 – 2 |
| Toulouse vs Amiens | 1 – 0 |
The quarter-finals of the Coupe de France will see a range of competitive teams, with clubs eager to advance. Fans can expect a blend of thrilling performances as the tournament unfolds on Filmogaz.com.