Coach | NA |
Venue | Stade Marie-Marvingt |
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Date | Player | From | To | Price |
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2020-07-16 | E. Ebosse | Le Mans | Angers | € 500K |
2013-08-01 | M. Koné | Le Mans | Parma | € 500K |
2013-07-01 | M. Sanson | Le Mans | Montpellier | € 700K |
2011-07-15 | S. Corchia | Le Mans | Sochaux | € 2M |
2011-07-01 | M. Estigarribia | Le Mans | Deportivo Maldonado | € 2M |
2009-09-01 | M. Coutadeur | Le Mans | Monaco | € 4M |
2009-07-21 | Y. Gervinho | Le Mans | Lille | € 6.5M |
2008-08-01 | S. Sessègnon | Le Mans | Paris Saint Germain | € 8M |
2008-08-01 | M. Estigarribia | Cerro Porteno | Le Mans | € 3M |
2007-08-01 | Y. Gervinho | KSK Beveren | Le Mans | € 650K |
Le Mans Football Club, often referred to as Le Mans FC, is a professional football club based in Le Mans, France. The club was founded in 1985 as a result of a merger between two local clubs, Union Sportive du Mans and Le Mans Sports Club. The club's history, however, dates back to 1900, making it one of the oldest football clubs in France.
Le Mans FC is known for its red and yellow colors, representing the city's coat of arms. The club's home ground is the MMArena, a state-of-the-art stadium with a capacity of 25,000 spectators, inaugurated in 2011. Before this, the team played at the Stade Léon-Bollée, a stadium with a rich history and a capacity of 17,000.
The club has spent most of its history in the second tier of French football, Ligue 2, but has also had stints in the top tier, Ligue 1. The club's highest finish in Ligue 1 was 12th place in the 2005-2006 season. Le Mans FC has also had a fair share of success in French cup competitions, reaching the semi-finals of the Coupe de la Ligue in 2001 and the quarter-finals of the Coupe de France in 2005 and 2008.
Le Mans FC is renowned for its youth academy, which has produced several high-profile players who have gone on to play at the highest level in France and abroad. These include Didier Drogba, Gervinho, and Stephane Sessegnon. The club's commitment to youth development is a testament to its philosophy of nurturing homegrown talent.
However, the club has also faced its share of financial difficulties. In 2010, it was relegated to the third tier due to financial irregularities, and in 2013, it was demoted to the fifth tier due to bankruptcy. Despite these setbacks, Le Mans FC has shown resilience and determination, bouncing back to the second tier in 2019.
In recent years, the club has been working hard to regain its status in French football. With a dedicated fan base, a rich history, and a commitment to youth development, Le Mans FC continues to be a significant part of the French football landscape.
Today, Le Mans FC is not just a football club; it's a symbol of the city's sporting culture. Despite the ups and downs, the club continues to inspire the next generation of footballers in Le Mans and beyond. The club's story is one of resilience, passion, and an unwavering love for the beautiful game.