Bastia delivered a commanding performance to thrash Saint Joseph 5-0 in the Coupe de France on December 21, 2024. The comprehensive victory at home sends Bastia confidently into the next round of the historic French cup competition. Bastia took control early, scoring multiple goals in the first half to effectively end the contest before the break. They added further gloss to the scoreline in the second period, showcasing their superior quality and depth against lower-league opposition. Saint Joseph, despite a valiant effort, were simply outclassed on the day. This result is a strong statement from Bastia, who will now look ahead to the draw for the subsequent round, hoping for a deep run in the tournament. The match highlighted the magic and occasional mismatch inherent in the Coupe de France's open format.