In an entertaining International Club Friendly held on 26 July 2026, Cannes AS and Italian giants AS Roma played out a gripping 3–3 draw at the Stade Pierre de Coubertin. The match, part of both clubs’ pre‑season preparations, saw end‑to‑end action and plenty of goals.

Match Overview

Kick‑off at 23:30 CEST attracted a healthy crowd eager to see Roma’s new signings in action. Cannes, a fourth‑tier French side, were clear underdogs but showed no fear against the Serie A outfit. The high‑scoring draw provided entertainment and fitness work for both managers.

Key Moments

• 15th minute: AS Roma opened the scoring through a clinical finish from their star striker after a through ball split the Cannes defence.
• 29th minute: Cannes equalised with a stunning long‑range effort. The midfielder caught Roma’s goalkeeper off his line.
• 41st minute: Roma regained the lead with a header from a corner before half‑time.
• 56th minute: Cannes struck again, making it 2–2. A quick counter‑attack ended with a tap‑in.
• 71st minute: Roma thought they had secured the win with a well‑worked team goal, finishing from close range.
• 84th minute: Cannes equalised for the third time. A deflected shot looped over the Roma goalkeeper to make it 3–3.

Tactical Observations

Cannes AS played with great intensity, using a high press that surprised Roma. The Italian side, still building match fitness, looked vulnerable in transition. Roma’s possession‑based style (70% ball possession) was often undone by Cannes’ direct counter‑attacks. Both teams made multiple substitutions, typical of pre‑season matches.

Standout Players

For Cannes, the goalscoring midfielder was the standout, showing quality on the ball and tireless running. Roma’s new centre‑forward looked sharp, bagging a brace. The Cannes goalkeeper also impressed with several saves.

Pre‑Season Significance

For AS Roma, the draw highlighted defensive issues that need addressing before the Serie A season kicks off. Cannes AS will take great confidence from this result against a top‑tier opponent. Friendly results matter little, but the performance levels will please both coaching staffs.