Chateauroux

Châteauroux is a professional football club based in Châteauroux, France, established in 1883. Nicknamed "La Bérézina," the team competes in the French football league system, most notably in Ligue 2, the second tier of French football. The club plays its home matches at the Stade Gaston Petit, which has a capacity of around 20,000 spectators. Châteauroux has a rich history, having enjoyed various spells in Ligue 1, though it has spent much of its recent years in lower divisions. The team is known for its passionate local support and strong youth academy, contributing to French football's development.