French Cup: Clubs Securing Quarterfinal Spots Revealed
The eighth-finals of the French Cup concluded on February 4, 2026, revealing the clubs moving on to the quarterfinals. The competition showcased compelling matchups, particularly between Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 teams.
Quarterfinals of the French Cup: Teams Secured Their Spots
On February 3, Stade de Reims became the first club to progress after defeating Le Mans 3-0. This marked the end of a remarkable 20-match unbeaten streak for Le Mans across all competitions.
The following day, Olympique de Marseille (OM) triumphed over Stade Rennais, winning 3-0 at the Vélodrome. This victory deepened the woes for Rennes as they continued to struggle with poor results.
Ligue 1 Dominance
In an unexpected twist, all Ligue 1 teams maintained their superiority over their Ligue 2 counterparts:
- OGC Nice edged out Montpellier 3-2 in a thrilling encounter.
- Amiens fell to Toulouse 1-0.
- Stade Lavallois was defeated by Olympique Lyonnais 2-0, with a crucial goal from their new signing, Endrick.
- RC Lens secured a convincing 4-2 victory against Troyes, the leaders of Ligue 2.
- FC Lorient continued their impressive unbeaten run, beating Paris FC 2-0.
The final quarterfinal spot will be determined on February 5, 2026, when RC Strasbourg faces AS Monaco at 21:00. The draw for the upcoming matches will take place on the same day.
Qualified Teams for the Quarterfinals
| Club | League |
|---|---|
| Stade de Reims | Ligue 2 |
| Olympique de Marseille | Ligue 1 |
| FC Lorient | Ligue 1 |
| Olympique Lyonnais | Ligue 1 |
| OGC Nice | Ligue 1 |
| Toulouse | Ligue 1 |
| RC Lens | Ligue 1 |
| RC Strasbourg | Ligue 1 |
Stay tuned to Filmogaz.com for updates on the French Cup and the quarterfinals draw.
