FC Erzgebirge Aue is a German football club from Aue-Bad Schlema in Saxony, currently playing in the 3. Liga. The team's home is the Erzgebirgsstadion, known for its unique running track and passionate atmosphere. Founded in 1946, the club wears violet and white and has a strong identity rooted in the Ore Mountain region. Historically, the club was a fixture in East Germany's top flight and, after reunification, enjoyed a sustained period in Bundesliga 2, becoming known as a tough, hard-to-beat side. That era, with long-serving coach Heiko Weber, defined the modern club. Recently relegated to the 3. Liga, the modern era is focused on consolidation and plotting a path back to the second division. The fan base is famously loyal, following the team across Germany in huge numbers. Erzgebirge Aue is a club defined by its regional pride and resilience.