DFCO Advances in Coupe de France with 2-0 Victory
Dijon Downs Chambéry in Dominant Display
Dijon advanced to the round of 32 in the Coupe de France after a comfortable 2-0 victory against Chambéry on Friday, November 29, 2024. The National 3 side proved to be no match for Dijon.
Though the scoreline suggests a smooth victory, Dijon could have won by a steadier margin. Several chances went begging in the first half. Ikanga hit the crossbar, while Djaé’s attempts lacked accuracy, both thwarted by the Chambéry defense. Despite the missed opportunities, Dijon held control throughout the match.
Late Goals Seal the Deal
After halftime,Dijon maintained possession and looked poised for a breakthrough. The goal finally came in the 47th minute, thanks to a costly mistake by a Chambéry defender who lost the ball in front of his own goal. Djae gratefully seized on the defensive lapse, swiftly stealing possession and calmly finishing past the goalkeeper.
Dijon continued to dominate, stifling Chambéry’s attempts to attack. They kept the pressure on, forcing the Chambéry goalkeeping to pull off several critical saves. In stoppage time, the Dijon attack mounted a final assault, which culminated in Ben Fredj finding the back of the net for a 2-0 clinical finish, sealing Dijon’s advancement.
Looking Ahead
“We lacked a higher level of demand in the first half to find ourselves ahead sooner,” admitted Dijon Coach Baptiste Ridira after the match. “But we showed efficiency and could have amplified the scoreline.”
Happy with the team’s six consecutive victories, Ridira remains Motivated. “Positive feeds positive, we must maintain this momentum as long as possible. It would be a shame to lose focus just three days before the break.”
Future challenges await. Next Friday, Dijon travels to Villefranche before welcoming Sochaux. After that, their journey continues in the eagerly anticipated Coupe de France draw on Monday evening.
The draw marks the entry of Ligue1 teams, and Ridira hopes for a challenging but manageable opponent:
“Either you go big, or you go small,” he declared. “For me, they are a few more rounds to be completed. I want to complete this
journey, go further than I have ever personally achieved.
Beyond the sporting triumph, this Coupe de France run brings financial rewards. Reaching the round of 32 nets Deutsches 25,000 euros, reinforcing DFCO’s totalEarnings in the tournament to 43,000 euros.
What were the main reasons behind Dijon’s dominant performance against Chambéry?
## DFCO’s Dominant Display Carries Them to Coupe de France Round of 32
**Interviewer:** Welcome back to the show. Joining us now is [Guest Name], our football analyst, to discuss Dijon’s impressive 2-0 victory over Chambéry in the Coupe de France last night. [Guest Name], welcome to the show.
**Guest:** Thanks for having me.
**Interviewer:** Dijon looked dominant throughout the match. What were your impressions of their performance?
**Guest:** Dijon truly controlled the game from start to finish. They could have easily scored more goals, especially in the first half. According to Lequipe’s match report [[1](https://www.lequipe.fr/Football/match-direct/coupe-de-france/2024-2025/chambery-dijon-live/668876)], Ikanga hit the crossbar and Djaé missed a couple of good chances. But credit to Chambéry, their defense held strong, despite considerable pressure.
**Interviewer:** While Dijon dominated possession and controlled the tempo, the goals didn’t come until late in the match. Was there any concern that they might struggle to break through Chambéry’s defense?
**Guest:** There might have been a slight concern, especially considering the missed opportunities in the first half. But Dijon continued to be patient and maintain their composure. their quality prevailed, and they deservedly secured their place in the next round.
**Interviewer:** What’s next for Dijon in the Coupe de France?
**Guest:** The draw for the round of 32 will be interesting to see who they face next. This victory will surely boost their confidence as they continue their cup run.
**Interviewer:** [Guest Name], thank you for your insights on Dijon’s Coupe de France victory. We appreciate your time.
