AJ Auxerre

French football team.

AJ Auxerre is a professional football club based in Auxerre, France. Founded in 1905 as Association de la Jeunesse Auxerroise (AJA), Auxerre has built a storied legacy within French football over more than a century of existence. The club is known by its nickname "Les Bourguignons," reflecting its roots in the Burgundy region of France. Auxerre's traditional colors are white and blue, which are prominently featured on their home kits.

The team plays its home matches at Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps, which opened in 1910 and currently holds around 20,000 spectators. This stadium has been central to Auxerre’s identity and serves as a gathering place for passionate fans who support their team through thick and thin. Over the years, AJ Auxerre has achieved notable success in French football, particularly during the late 1980s and early 1990s under legendary coach Guy Roux.

Auxerre's most significant accomplishments include winning Ligue 1 title in the 1995-96 season along with several Coupe de France titles during that era. Their victory in Ligue 1 was particularly remarkable as it marked their rise to prominence among France’s elite clubs. Additionally, Auxerre made an impact on European competitions by reaching the quarter-finals of the UEFA Champions League during the late '90s.

Throughout its history, AJ Auxerre has been recognized for its commitment to youth development and player progression through its academy system. The club produced several notable players who went on to have successful careers both domestically and internationally; among them are Eric Cantona and Philippe Mexès.

Despite facing challenges such as relegation from Ligue 1 after several decades of continuous presence at the top level, AJ Auxerre remains focused on rebuilding its squad and returning to prominence within French football. Auxerre’s biggest rivalry is with Dijon FCO.