Dunkirk will find the Pierre-Mauroy stadium. After eliminating the LOSC in its lair in the final of the French Cup, the current 3rd of Ligue 2 will receive PSG on the occasion of the semi-final in the large enclosure of Villeneuve-d'Ascq. “”Since the draw of the semi-finals, we have always favored the option of hosting this match at the Tribut stadium, our house. However, the conditions imposed by the French Football Federation, in particular nearly 2,000 invitations to grant them in addition to the compulsory contingent of supporters of the opposing team of more than 250 people, as well as the drastic security measures to be imposed due to the massive presence of PSG supporters, make this option impracticable. This exceptional situation, linked to the organization of the French Cup, forces us to consider other options“Writes the club.
“”After many exchanges with all stakeholders, it was decided that this match will be played at the Pierre Mauroy stadium in Lille. This decision, although difficult, was made in the best interest of our club and our supporters.The meeting must be held on Tuesday, April 1 and will offer the winner a place for the final at the Stade de France. The other semi-final will oppose AS Cannes the next day, resident of National 2, at the Stade de Reims who has never evolved in the Dionysian enclosure.