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Croix IC vs ES Thaon: Coupe de France preview, prediction and kick-off time

Match preview

Croix IC face ES Thaon in the Round 7 playoffs of the Coupe de France on Saturday, 14 November 2026, with kick-off at 16:00 at Stade Henri Seigneur. There is no broadcast information listed for this fixture, so fans should check closer to kick-off for any late streaming or TV updates.

It is a straightforward cup tie on paper, but both sides arrive with recent Coupe de France experience that should make this one more competitive than the names alone suggest. Croix have been involved in several tight knockout matches in recent seasons, while Thaon have shown they can handle pressure in this competition too.

Croix IC form guide

Croix’s recent cup record is mixed, but it does include a notable 2-1 win over Asc Le Geldar and a penalty shoot-out victory against Racing CF. They also came through a 2-2 draw in which they held their nerve from the spot, which underlines their ability to stay in games when the margins are thin.

That said, they were beaten 4-0 by Stade Reims in their latest listed Coupe de France outing. At this stage of the competition, they will need a sharper defensive display if they are to progress.

ES Thaon form guide

ES Thaon have built a stronger recent cup profile. They beat Amiens SC 2-1 in 2024 and thrashed Lunéville FC 4-0, while their 2-0 win at Sarre Union also stands out. More recently, they pushed Strasbourg Alsace to penalties after a 2-2 draw, losing the shoot-out 5-3.

That blend of resilience and attacking output makes Thaon a tricky opponent. They have already shown they can score goals and stay composed in knockout football, which should give them confidence heading into this tie.

Team news and tactical angle

Neither side has any listed absences, so both managers should have a full squad to choose from. That usually points to a balanced cup tie, with selection and in-game management likely to matter as much as form.

Croix will probably lean on home advantage, while Thaon arrive with the more convincing recent cup results. If Croix can keep things tight early on, they may force a nervy afternoon. If Thaon get into their rhythm quickly, they look the more natural side to control the match.

What to expect

This looks like a close Round 7 fixture with little separating the two clubs on paper. Croix have home advantage, but Thaon’s recent knockout record suggests they are capable of leaving with the stronger result.