Coupe de Bretagne: TA Rennes to Face Saint-Renan in Round of 16 Clash

BREST, FRANCE – The Coupe de Bretagne round of 16 draw has set the stage for several compelling matchups, including a clash between Regional 1 (R1) rivals TA Rennes and Saint-Renan. The draw, conducted on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at the Ligue de Bretagne headquarters, promises a competitive path to the quarterfinals for the remaining Breton clubs.

TA Rennes, currently leading their league, will travel to Saint-Renan for what is anticipated to be a tightly contested affair. This match represents a significant test for both sides as they navigate the regional cup competition. The outcome will undoubtedly carry momentum into their respective league campaigns.

Elsewhere in the draw, US Châteaugiron (R2) will face a road trip to Dinan (R2), having previously secured their place in the last 16 with a victory over Pertre (R3). FC Breteil-Talensac (R2), fresh off a win against CPB Bréquigny, will travel to face Elven (R2) in a Morbihan showdown. US Saint-Grégoire (R2), who stunned Châteaubourg (R1) in the previous round, will be on the road again, this time taking on Stade Pontivyen.

These matchups highlight the diverse competitive landscape of Breton football, pitting teams from different regional levels against each other. The Coupe de Bretagne often provides a platform for lower-division clubs to test themselves against higher-ranked opposition, and this year’s draw is no exception.

Le tirage complet

Here is the complete list of round of 16 pairings:

• Stade Pontivyen (R1) – US Saint-Grégoire (R2)
• Dinan (R3) – Châteaugiron (R2)
• US Montagnarde (R1) – Saint-Brieuc (R2)
• Breteil-Talensac (R2) – Elven (R2)
• Plouvorn (R1) – Plougastel (R1)
• Saint-Renan (R1) – TA Rennes (R1)
• COBSP Saint-Brieuc (R1) – Pluvigner (R1)
• Stade Quimperlois (R3) – Stade Plabennecois (R1)

The round of 16 matches are scheduled to take place on March 15th, promising a day of exciting football action across Brittany. For clubs from Ille-et-Vilaine, the competition represents a valuable opportunity to showcase their talent and potentially advance to the later stages of the Coupe de Bretagne. The matches are expected to be fiercely contested, with each team vying for a place in the quarterfinals and a chance to lift the coveted trophy.

The draw underscores the competitive depth within Breton football, with teams from various levels presented with the opportunity to make their mark. The upcoming matches will undoubtedly provide a compelling spectacle for fans and a crucial test for the ambitions of each participating club.