French Cup final

May 25, 2026, at the Stade de France (Paris)

2025 French Cup football final

The French football cup includes thirteen rounds. The winner qualifies for the Europa League.

The most decorated club in the French Cup

The French Cup is one of the most prestigious competitions in French football. Since its creation in 1917, many clubs have dreamed of lifting this iconic trophy. However, the most decorated club in the history of the French Cup is Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). PSG has won this prestigious trophy 14 times, establishing its dominance in the competition over the years.

French Cup top scorers

The French Cup is also a showcase for individual talent. Every year, talented players make their mark on history by scoring memorable goals. The top scorers of the French Cup are celebrated for their outstanding performances and their contribution to their teams' success.

How to take part in the French Cup

The French Cup is a competition open to all French clubs, whether they play in Ligue 1, Ligue 2, National, or even at amateur level. Every year, thousands of clubs take part in the preliminary rounds to try their luck in this competition. Amateur clubs get the opportunity to face off against the giants of French football, which makes this competition especially exciting.

2025 French Cup schedule and results

The 2025 French Cup promises to be a memorable edition. The preliminary rounds have already taken place, and the qualified teams have faced off in a series of exciting matches. The French Cup schedule includes several rounds, from the first regional rounds to the final stages, culminating in the long-awaited final.

Many giant-killer underdogs have left the competition, but a few National division teams held up well in the round of 16 and continue in the French Cup, for ever more exciting matches. Nothing is settled in advance in the French Cup. Proof of this is that Olympique de Marseille was eliminated from the competition, while Toulouse, the defending champion, was eliminated by a National division team.

How the French Cup round of 16 draw works

One of the crucial stages of the French Cup is the round of 16 draw. This decisive moment determines the upcoming matchups and generates great anticipation among fans. The draw is done randomly, which means any team can be paired against any other. This creates a unique excitement and allows smaller teams to dream of challenging the big clubs

Which European Cup does the French Cup winner play in?

The winner of the French Cup generally earns a spot in the Europa League, formerly known as the UEFA Cup. The Europa League is a European club football competition held each season alongside the UEFA Champions League. Playing in the Europa League gives the French Cup winner the opportunity to compete at the European level and represent France in this prestigious competition.

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