Coupe de France Competition Overview
The Coupe de France is one of football's most democratic knockout competitions, featuring over 7,000 clubs from Ligue 1 professionals to amateur village teams. All compete in single-elimination matches through regional rounds until reaching the national stages. There are no standings—just the magic of the cup and giant-killing possibilities.
As a knockout competition, the Coupe de France doesn't feature league standings. Track progression from early regional rounds through the famous round of 64 (when Ligue 1 clubs enter), round of 32, round of 16, quarter-finals, semi-finals, and the final at Stade de France. Home advantage in early rounds creates upset potential.
