2012 Coupe de France Final vs Paris Saint-Germain
Home of Olympique Lyonnais, host of major finals and international tournaments.
Parc Olympique Lyonnais, known for sponsorship reasons as Groupama Stadium, is a 59,186-seater stadium in Décines-Charpieu, a commune situated in the Metropolis of Lyon. It is the third largest stadium in France, behind Stade de France in Saint-Denis (Paris) and Orange Velodrome in Marseille.
- PSG Manager
- Carlo Ancelotti
Lore & Background
The stadium replaced Olympique Lyonnais' previous home, Stade de Gerland, in January 2016. It hosted six matches at UEFA Euro 2016, including the semi-final between Portugal and Wales. It also staged the 2017 Coupe de la Ligue Final, the 2018 UEFA Europa League Final, matches of the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup (including the final), and football matches at the 2024 Summer Olympics. Outside football, it has held rugby union, ice hockey, and concerts.
In Their Own Story
The floodlights hummed over the Stade de France as the silence before the storm settled in. In the tunnel, the Lyon players felt the weight of expectation, knowing this was their chance to reclaim glory. As they stepped onto the pitch, the roar of the neutral crowd mixed with the chants of traveling supporters created a wall of sound. The first whistle blew, and within minutes, the rhythm shifted entirely. It wasn't just a game; it was an assertion of identity. Every pass, every run, and every goal felt like a reclaiming of territory, turning a tense final into a festival of attacking football that left the opposition reeling.
Reader's Guide
Olympique Lyonnais played their first game in the new stadium on 9 January 2016, winning 4–1 against Troyes in Ligue 1; Alexandre Lacazette scored the first goal at the ground. The current record league attendance is 58,257, achieved on 9 November 2025 during a fixture against Paris Saint-Germain. The current record European attendance is 58,018, achieved during a fixture against Manchester United on 10 April 2025.
Did You Know?
- The stadium was built on 50 hectares of land in Décines-Charpieu, with construction starting in summer 2013 after landscaping in 2012.
- It hosted an outdoor Ligue Magnus ice hockey game on 30 December 2016, setting an all-time French attendance record for ice hockey at 25,142.
- The stadium was chosen to host the 2017 Coupe de la Ligue Final, the first time that final was held outside the Paris area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the 2012 Coupe de France Final between Lyon and PSG?
Olympique Lyonnais secured a decisive 4-1 victory over Paris Saint-Germain to claim their eighth Coupe de France title.
When and where did the 2012 Coupe de France Final take place?
The match was contested on April 28, 2012, at the Stade de France in Saint-Denis before a packed crowd of spectators.
Why is this match considered iconic for Lyon fans?
This triumph ended an eight-year trophy drought for the club and marked a major resurgence under manager Rémi Garde following years of struggle.
What was the final scoreline of the 2012 final against PSG?
Lyon dominated the encounter with a comprehensive 4-1 scoreline, effectively silencing their Parisian rivals on the biggest domestic stage.
How did this victory impact Lyon's status in French football?
The win restored Lyon's reputation as a dominant force in France by reclaiming silverware and proving their resilience against a rising PSG side.
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