Who will be in the Reunion Cup final on October 5? Answer this Sunday with the semi-finals between Saint-Pauloise and Saint-Denis FC. Excelsior, holding the title, faces the Joan of Arc. Match to follow live on meeting the 1st radio and internet from 3 p.m. In the Coupe de France, Saint-Pierre qualified for the 6th round last night.
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There will be no Regional 1 meetings this Sunday to give way to the Reunion Cup competitions. In parallel, the players of the regional 2 and the regional 3 take the opportunity to catch up with late matches and update their calendar.
The weekend is still animated on the lawns of the island with a rich program: Reunion and French Cup cup matches.
The semi-finals of the Reunion Cup oppose this afternoon, Saint-Pauloise at Saint-Denis FC this afternoon at the Michel Volnay stadium. At the East stadium in Saint -Denis, it will be an Excelsior – Joan of Arc shock.
Like every Sunday, These football matches are to be followed live on the Facebook page and the meeting radio the 1st. The 1st Foot show, presented by our journalist Patrick Ramoudou and his correspondents starts at 3 p.m.
If the Excelsior wants to have a chance to keep its trophy for another year, the victory is imperative against the Joan of Arc. But it is easier to say than to do because the portois will not let go of the song so easily. They beat the Saint-Josephois in the first leg of the championship.
The Reunion Cup final will be held on October 5.
Everything is possible in this semi-final, there are no favorites. If the tangos want to keep their good, the Mauves, they have not played a final since 2019 and have not won this cup since 2001. This is therefore an additional source of motivation.
In the other Saint-Pauloise poster against Saint-Denis FC, this is almost the same case. These two teams of the same caliber of course want to go to the final. If for the Saint-Paulois it was the case two years ago, the Dionysians have not known this joy since 2012. During the 17th day of the regional championship 1, the men of Christian Dafreville, had won 1 to 0. It is undoubtedly a psychological advantage before the kickoff of this match. This can also be an opportunity for the yellow and green team to take revenge, so you have to wait for the truth on the ground to be fixed.
Another important competition of this Sunday: the Coupe de France.
Saint-Pierre is the first team to qualify for the 6th round of the Coupe de France, last night, Saturday September 6. On the lawn of the Stade Michel Volnay, the southern club has largely imposed itself against FC the city of Sainte-Suzanne, leader of Poule A of regional 2, on the score of 3 to 0.
This Sunday afternoon, a long-awaited meeting of the 5th round of the French Cup is played out from 3.30 p.m., between Saint-Louisienne and the Dominican, at the Théophile Hoarau stadium.
Two other games in the 5th round are postponed to October 4 and 8, the teams concerned being hired this Sunday in the semi-finals of the Reunion Cup.
Key Matchups & Data Analysis: Reunion Cup Semi-Finals
To provide a clearer picture of the upcoming semi-finals, we’ve compiled key data points and historical insights. This table highlights the key factors at play, offering a deeper understanding of each team’s strengths and weaknesses:
| Team | Key Stats/Insights | Recent Form | key to Victory |
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| Saint-Pauloise | Reached the final two years ago; Strong offensive capabilities; Played regional championship 1, 1-0 win against Saint-Denis FC. | Mixed results in recent league play; showing consistency. | Capitalizing on scoring opportunities; maintaining defensive discipline against a strong Saint-Denis FC side.|
| Saint-Denis FC | Seeking their first final appearance since 2012; Will aim to avenge the 1-0 loss against Saint-Pauloise in the 17th day of the regional championship 1. | Strong form of play in the regional championship matches; look organized team spirit. | controlling the midfield; containing Saint-pauloise’s attack; taking their chances. |
| Excelsior | Current cup holders; Have a historical advantage in cup competitions. | Solid performance in recent games; a team of experience. | Dominating posession; creating scoring opportunities; avoiding crucial errors against a motivated Joan of Arc side. |
| Joan of Arc | Seeking a return to the final after many years; motivated to upset the defending champions; Strong offensive capabilities. | Recent performances is up and down-the team can upset. | Maintaining defensive shape; exploiting any defensive vulnerabilities; a disciplined showing. |
| Saint-Pierre | Qualified for the French Cup 6th round after a 3-0 Victory against FC Sainte-Suzanne. | Solid performance of victory in the french cup.| Aiming to go on and get to win a new trophy. |
| Saint-Louisienne | Playing the 5th round of the French Cup against the Dominican. | Mixed form in recent games between the two matches, the form can change a lot from game to game. | Aiming to exploit any defensive vulnerabilities; taking their chances. |
Note: Data current as of September 7, 2025.
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Q: When and where are the Reunion Cup semi-finals taking place?
A: The semi-finals are scheduled for this Sunday, September 7, 2025. Matches will be held at the Michel Volnay stadium and the east stadium in Saint-Denis.
Q: Which teams are competing in the Reunion Cup semi-finals?
A: This year’s semi-finals feature: Saint-Pauloise vs. Saint-Denis FC, and Excelsior vs. Joan of Arc.
Q: Where can I watch the matches live?
A: Matches are to be followed live on the Facebook page and the meeting radio the 1st.
Q: When is the Reunion Cup final scheduled?
A: The Reunion Cup final is scheduled to be held on October 5,2025.
Q: What is the significance of this match for Excelsior?
A: excelsior, the current title holders, will be fighting to retain their trophy, and facing Joan of Arc in the semi-final.
Q: How did Saint-Pierre perform in the Coupe de France?
A: Saint-Pierre has already qualified for the 6th round of the Coupe de France.
