French Cup Upsets and Victories: Avranches Stuns Brest, Angers Survives, and More Exciting Matches
Avranches, a third-tier team, caused an upset by defeating Ligue 1 side Brest in the French Cup, securing a spot in the last 32 with a 5-4 penalty shootout win. Brest played most of the match with 10 men after a player was sent off in the first half. Meanwhile, Angers narrowly avoided a similar fate against Les Herbiers, advancing on penalties. Montpellier, Reims, and Laval also secured wins in their respective matchups, while Le Mans and Lens emerged victorious in their games. The French Cup continues to provide thrilling encounters and surprises as teams battle for progression in the competition.