Amateur players from US Revel are preparing to experience a moment that will forever remain etched in their memory. This Sunday, January 7th, the Régional 1 team is “hosting” Paris Saint-Germain at the Pierre-Fabre stadium in Castres for the historic 32nd round of the French Cup.
After defeating Saint-Aubin de Guérande (0-3) in the first round, and then achieving the impressive feat of eliminating Blagnac FC, a National 3 team, in the next round, US Revel is now facing a huge challenge against the Parisian club, who has won the competition 14 times.
The PSG’s week in Occitania continues this Sunday evening, a few days after facing Toulouse FC at the Trophée des Champions. Thanks to Kang-In Lee and Kylian Mbappé, Parisians added another trophy to their collection, while Revel aims to make the most of the moment and have no regrets.
Virgil gets his photo with Mbappé
When young people meet their idols, it’s always a special moment. Virgil, a 14-year-old from Castres, managed to get a photo with Kylian Mbappé this Sunday!
Pierre-Fabre in the spotlight
The arrangements of the stadium, security, reception of supporters and players… Everything you need to know about how the Pierre-Fabre stadium in Castres is preparing to host the 32nd round of the French Cup between US Revel and Paris Saint-Germain on Sunday at 8:45 pm.
Composition of US Revel
Cyril Garcia (captain) – Clément Briol, Habid Ouhafsa, Jushua Mbuluba Ndoh, Maxence N’Guessan – Jonathan Vieu, Pierre-Antoine Palacios, Thomas Calmettes – Jean Boyer, Maxime Zahil, Pierre Ritter.
Amateurs and Mbappé
In January 2023, the French forward was fielded to compete in the 16th round of the French Cup against a Régional 1 team and greatly contributed to the success of the Parisian club (7-0). Looking back on that match and the reactions of his opponents.
Impossible mission for Revel?
It has been nearly 15 years since PSG was eliminated by a lower division team. It was by another team from Occitania: Rodez. On March 4, 2009, RAF won 3-1 at Paul Lignon against the Parisian club thanks to a brace from Jérémy Choplin.
Thomas Ramos will follow the match
During a press conference before hosting LOU, Stade Toulousain player Thomas Ramos affirmed that he will be cheering for Revel this Sunday evening when they face the stars of PSG.
Cher Ndour starts
The young midfielder, who has been used very little since the start of the season, will make his first start with the capital club this Sunday evening. Arriving from Benfica this summer, the 19-year-old player has only played 25 minutes in Ligue 1 this season.
Interview with the president
Didier Roques, the discreet and serious president of US Revel, is interviewed before this historic match for his club.
Return of Keylor Navas
Starting tonight in PSG’s goal, the 37-year-old goalkeeper plays his first match with PSG since January 23, 2023. It was also in the French Cup. Against another Régional 1 team.
“Enjoy it” says Jano Rességuié
“To say that there is a chance for Revel… Yes, well, the gap is huge. Five divisions of difference, the opponent, PSG, a monster of French football, it will still be very difficult…”
“We want to see Kyk’s!”
The young Revel players had sent a video message to Kylian Mbappé asking him to play during the match of the 32nd round of the French Cup. And now they have been heard.
Focus on the referee
The 43-year-old referee, who has officiated more than 300 professional matches, including nearly 30 in the French Cup, was the target of a Ligue 1 coach in December last year.
A shirt for Revel
During a press conference before the reception, the US Revel coach spoke about the match against PSG this Sunday and his group’s desire to do well. “We will only live it once in our lifetime…”
Portrait of Maxime Zahil
Maxime Zahil, an attacking midfielder for US Revel, is the vice-captain of his team. At 26 years old, this passionate football enthusiast is fully embracing these magical moments, having already faced Kylian Mbappé several times in youth.
