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Reims defeats Angers in a thrilling penalty shootout in the Coupe de France quarter-finals
The Stade Raymond Kopa in Angers hosted a captivating match between Reims and Angers, culminating in a Reims victory in a dramatic penalty shootout (12-10) after a draw at the end of regulation time. The encounter, a quarter-final clash in the 2024 Coupe de France, was characterized by tension, discipline, and a constant exchange of chances.
Reims held a slight edge in possession (52%), and although they attempted fewer shots than Angers (10 to 17), they were more accurate with 3 shots on target compared to Angers’ 4. However, the efficiency was more evident in the finishing. Yellow cards were abundant, with a total of 7 cautions issued, 3 to Angers and 4 to Reims.
The match unfolded with fluctuating momentum, featuring a goal from Nakamura in the 79th minute for Reims and a reply from Dieng in the 90th minute for Angers. The penalty shootout proved decisive. Reims demonstrated greater composure from the spot, converting all their penalties, while Angers missed one. The victory sends Reims into the semi-finals of the Cup.
Substitutions angers: at minute 46 L. Rao-Lisoa came in and J. Aholou went out., at minute 46 Z. Ferhat came in and J. Allevinah went out., at minute 75 C. Arcus came in and M. Courcoul went out., at minute 75 B. Dieng came in and F. El Melali went out., at minute 85 F. Hanin came in and J. Ekomie went out.
Substitutions reims: at minute 62 O. Diakite came in and J. Patrick went out., at minute 62 Gabriel Moscardo came in and A. Kone went out., at minute 72 M. Jeng came in and V. Atangana Edoa went out., at minute 72 M. Diakhon came in and T. Teuma went out., at minute 82 N. Sangui came in and S. Akieme went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Angers
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