Strasbourg, France — Nice secured a 2-0 victory over Strasbourg in the Coupe de France semifinal on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, booking their place in the final where they will face Lens. The match, played at Stade de la Meinau in Strasbourg, saw the visitors from the French Riviera overcome a determined Alsace side to advance with a clean sheet.
According to live coverage from ESPN and BBC Sport, Nice took control early and maintained their lead through disciplined defending and clinical finishing. Strasbourg, managed by Gary O’Neil, created chances but failed to convert, leaving them to rue missed opportunities as Nice progressed to the showpiece event.
The turning point came in the first half when Nice broke the deadlock. While specific goal scorers and timings were not detailed in the verified match summaries, the consensus across multiple sources confirmed Nice entered halftime with a lead. Strasbourg pushed for an equalizer after the break, but Nice’s defense held firm, with key contributions from their backline and midfield ensuring the visitors remained untroubled in the final stages.
Strasbourg’s lineup featured several notable players, including goalkeeper Penders, defenders Chilwell, Doukouré, and Omobamidele, who received a yellow card in the 30th minute. Midfielders El Mourabet and Oyedele featured prominently, with Oyedele cautioned in the 77th minute. Attacking options Moreira, Enciso, Godo, and captain Emegha led the line, though substitutions saw Nanasi, Yassine, and Amo-Ameyaw introduced in an attempt to spark a comeback.
Nice’s starting eleven was not fully itemized in the available sources, but their ability to keep a clean sheet against a Strasbourg side that had shown resilience throughout the tournament highlighted their tactical organization and defensive cohesion. The victory marks Nice’s second appearance in a Coupe de France final in recent years, setting up a highly anticipated clash with Lens, who had previously booked their spot in the final.
The win means Nice will now prepare for the Coupe de France final, where they will seek to add another trophy to their cabinet. For Strasbourg, the defeat ends their cup run, but their performance against a strong Nice side will be viewed positively as they shift focus back to league commitments.
As the Coupe de France reaches its climax, all eyes turn to the final, where Nice will look to capitalize on their momentum and secure silverware. Fans can follow official updates through the French Football Federation’s website and broadcasters’ platforms for details on the final’s date, venue, and kickoff time.
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