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Nice Wins 2-0, Wahi Scores Both, Reaches Lens Final

4/23/2026

Summary

Wahi Scores

OGC Nice beat RC Strasbourg 2-0 in the semi-final on April 22, 2026, securing a May 22 final against RC Lens at the Stade de France.
Elye Wahi scored both goals, opening in the 51st minute and converting an 82nd-minute penalty.
Jonathan Clauss supplied the pass for Wahi’s first goal.
Ismaël Doukouré’s foul on Mohamed-Ali Cho produced the penalty that sealed the win.

Summary

Omobamidele Substituted

Andrew Omobamidele, the defender, was substituted in the 65th minute of the Coupe de France semi-final, his 33rd appearance for RC Strasbourg.
He joined Strasbourg last summer for €8 million after leaving Nottingham Forest and earned his 10th Ireland cap versus Greece in September 2024, sole Irish player in European tournaments.
Despite cup loss, Strasbourg stay in contention for a UEFA Conference League final spot, with Omobamidele saying defeat won’t define the season.

History

Historical Context

The 1982 Coupe de France final marked a pivotal moment in French football, attracting over 1 million spectators and showcasing the sport's rising cultural significance. Paris Saint-Germain's victory over AS Saint-Étienne highlighted the competitive landscape, as clubs like Strasbourg and Lens gained prominence. This era laid the groundwork for ongoing rivalries and financial investments, exemplified by players like Andrew Omobamidele, aiming to elevate French football in Europe.

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Wahi Scores

OGC Nice beat RC Strasbourg 2-0 in the semi-final on April 22, 2026, securing a May 22 final against RC Lens at the Stade de France.
Elye Wahi scored both goals, opening in the 51st minute and converting an 82nd-minute penalty.
Jonathan Clauss supplied the pass for Wahi’s first goal.
Ismaël Doukouré’s foul on Mohamed-Ali Cho produced the penalty that sealed the win.

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