Francis Gillot's players came back from the Auvergne unscathed, despite a shock early goal from Ligoule (5’). Bordeaux fought their way back in the second half, with goals from Benoît Trémoulinas (53’) and David Bellion (59’) sealing qualification.
In a match which had all the makings of a cup upset, the Girondins arrived with a firm determination to avoid any slip-ups. Francis Gillot fielded a solid team: Olimpa – Mariano, Sané, Marange, Trémoulinas – Plasil, Nguemo – Ben Khalfallah, Obraniak, Saivet – Bellion.
