Benjamin Chignoli Wins 4th edition of the Coupe de France des Arbitres La Poste

After eight months of competition and a record-breaking edition involving over 8,600 amateur referees, Benjamin Chignoli emerged as the winner of the 4th edition of the Coupe de France des Arbitres La Poste.

Launched last September, the Coupe de France des Arbitres La Poste 2025-2026 once again highlighted the amateur referees from all metropolitan and overseas regional leagues of the FFF.

At the end of this exciting journey, victory ultimately went to 23-year-old Benjamin Chignoli, a District 2 referee licensed with Rueil-Malmaison FC (Paris-Île-de-France League / Hauts-de-Seine District). Highly involved in amateur football, the Francilian official stood out throughout the season for the quality of his performances and dedication on the field every weekend.

In the final, Benjamin Chignoli surpassed Alexandre Sère, a 35-year-old district trainee referee licensed with FC L’Isle-Jourdain (Occitanie League / Gers District), who was experiencing his first season of refereeing.

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Both officials will have the honor of attending the Coupe de France Crédit Agricole final between RC Lens and OGC Nice on Friday, May 22nd at the Stade de France (9:00 PM, live on France 2 and beIN SPORTS), accompanied by members from their respective clubs. They will receive their respective trophies on this occasion.

Women’s and Youth Trophies
Two other awards will also be presented tonight: Faïza Ben Messaoud, representing Rueil-Malmaison FC, won the best female referee award, while 15-year-old Paul Gallais, licensed with Entente Sportive Municipale Gonfreville (Normandy League / Seine-Maritime District), will be recognized as the best young referee of the competition.

This 4th edition has showcased the commitment and passion of the millions of amateur referees who contribute to the smooth running of football every weekend throughout France.