Auxerre

A.J. Auxerre, commonly known as Auxerre, is a professional football club based in Auxerre, France. Founded in 1905, the club has a rich history and is known for its youth academy, which has produced several notable players. Auxerre competes in Ligue 2, the second tier of French football, after a period in Ligue 1, the top division, where they enjoyed significant success, including winning the league title in 1996. The team's colors are blue and white, and they play their home matches at the Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps, renowned for its passionate fanbase.