Lens secure historic Coupe de France title in 3-1 victory over Nice
The French football club Lens claimed its first Coupe de France title in its 120-year history by defeating Nice 3-1 in the final on Friday.
Lens have secured their first Coupe de France title in the club’s 120-year history, defeating Nice 3-1 in the final at the Stade de France on Friday. The victory marks a historic milestone for the club, ending a long wait for the trophy and cementing a new chapter in its institutional legacy.
The final scoreline reflected a decisive performance by the winners, who overcame their opponents to lift the trophy for the first time since the club’s inception. The match concluded at the Stade de France, providing a fitting stage for the culmination of the domestic cup competition.
Across the Channel, attention also turned to managerial transitions in English football. Pep Guardiola announced his decision to leave Manchester City on Friday, with his final match scheduled for the final-day reception of Aston Villa. The 55-year-old is set to conclude a decade-long tenure that has been defined by significant trophy accumulation.
In women’s football, Lyon will face Barcelona in the Champions League final in Oslo on Saturday. The French giants are seeking to reclaim their continental crown after not winning the title since their eighth victory in 2022. They aim to rectify their previous defeat to Barcelona in the 2024 final.
Basketball developments in the Euroleague saw hosts Olympiacos defeat Fenerbahçe in the final four. The match featured a contest between French veterans Evan Fournier and Nando De Colo. Olympiacos will now face 11-time winners Real Madrid in Sunday’s final.
