AS Saint-Étienne is a legendary French football club currently competing in Ligue 2, based in the city of Saint-Étienne. The team's hallowed home is the Stade Geoffroy-Guichard, known as "Le Chaudron" (The Cauldron) for its incredible atmosphere. Founded in 1919, the club's iconic green and white colors are synonymous with a glorious past. Les Verts enjoy the most successful history in French football, having won a record ten Ligue 1 titles, most during a dominant era in the 1960s and 70s led by icons like Michel Platini. That period established Saint-Étienne as a club of the people, with a massive, fervent support base. The modern era has been a rollercoaster, including a recent relegation from Ligue 1 after a dramatic playoff loss. The current squad, boasting talents like former captain Loïc Perrin in a management role, is now focused on an immediate return to the top flight. The culture is defined by an unparalleled passion, with the stadium creating one of the most intimidating and vibrant environments in European football, driving the club's pursuit of former glories.