: Allan Saint-Maximin doubled the lead with a powerful strike from the edge of the box.
Upon the final whistle, the stadium erupted in what was described as "total madness" as thousands of supporters flooded the pitch to celebrate with the players. Lens players celebrate with their supporter aft...
Lens is currently in the midst of a "dream season," competing for a domestic double. Competition Position/Status Points/Next Step 63 Points (6 behind PSG) Coupe de France vs OGC Nice (May 22) : Allan Saint-Maximin doubled the lead with a
: Players were seen embraced by fans as security cordons attempted to manage the crowd. Social media footage captured the emotional "pitch invasion" as the Sang et Or faithful celebrated ending a nearly three-decade drought. Current Standings & Season Outlook The semi-final victory
: RC Lens will face OGC Nice in the final on May 22, 2026 , at the Stade de France. Current Standings & Season Outlook
The semi-final victory was marked by a dominant start that saw Lens take a 3–1 lead by halftime. :
: This marks Lens' first French Cup final appearance since 1998.