AJ Auxerre commonly known as AJA, is a French professional football club based in Auxerre, Burgundy. Founded on December 29, 1905
AJ Auxerre 2024–25 squad list
| # | Player | Position | Age | Height | Appearances | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gideon Mensah | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Clément Akpa | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Fredrik Oppegard | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Rocha Jubal | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Gabriel Osho | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Sinaly Diomandé | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Ki-Jana Hoever | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Saad Agouzoul | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Ange Loïc N’gatta | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Elisha Owusu | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Assane Dioussé | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Han-Noah Massengo | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Nathan Buayi-Kiala | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Yoann Cissé | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Donovan Léon | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Raphaël Adiceam | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Paul Joly | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Hamed Junior Traorè | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Lasso Coulibaly | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Kévin Danois | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Gaëtan Perrin | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Lassine Sinayoko | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Eros Maddy | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Ben Viadère | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Ado Onaiwu | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Florian Ayé | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Theo Bair | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Théo de Percin | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Tom Negrel | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 |
French Ligue 1 2024-25
| Pos | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Angers | 0 | 0 |
| 1 | Auxerre | 0 | 0 |
| 1 |  Brest | 0 | 0 |
| 1 |  LOSC | 0 | 0 |
| 1 |  Le Havre | 0 | 0 |
| 1 |  Lens | 0 | 0 |
| 1 |  Lyon | 0 | 0 |
| 1 |  Marseille | 0 | 0 |
| 1 |  Monaco | 0 | 0 |
| 1 |  Montpellier | 0 | 0 |
| 1 |  Nantes | 0 | 0 |
| 1 |  Nice | 0 | 0 |
| 1 |  Paris Saint-Germain | 0 | 0 |
| 1 |  Reims | 0 | 0 |
| 1 |  Rennes | 0 | 0 |
| 1 |  St-Étienne | 0 | 0 |
| 1 |  Strasbourg | 0 | 0 |
| 1 |  Toulouse | 0 | 0 |
- Leagues
- Ligue 1
- Seasons
- 2024-25
- Home
- Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps
Association de la Jeunesse Auxerroise (AJ Auxerre), commonly known as AJA, is a French professional football club based in Auxerre, Burgundy. Founded on December 29, 1905, the club has established itself as one of France’s most iconic teams, known for its youth development, tactical discipline, and European adventures.
Major Achievements
- Ligue 1 Champions: 1995-96
- Coupe de France Winners: 4 times (1993-94, 1995-96, 2002-03, 2004-05)
- Ligue 2 Champions: 1995, 2010, 2022
- UEFA Champions League Quarter-Finalists: 1996-97
- UEFA Cup Semi-Finalists: 1992-93
Auxerre’s greatest triumph came in the 1995-96 season, when they won both Ligue 1 and the Coupe de France, achieving a historic domestic double under legendary coach Guy Roux.
Home Stadium: Stade de l’Abbé-Deschamps
AJ Auxerre plays its home games at the Stade de l’Abbé-Deschamps, which has a capacity of 18,541 seats. The stadium, named after club founder Abbé Deschamps, is known for its intense atmosphere and deep footballing heritage.
Club Identity & Playing Style
Auxerre is known for:
- Strong focus on youth development (producing stars like Eric Cantona, Djibril Cissé, and Philippe Mexès)
- Disciplined, well-structured defensive play
- A philosophy of technical football and tactical intelligence
- A reputation as a giant killer in domestic and European competitions
The club has built its identity around its famed academy, producing some of France’s best football talents.
Iconic Eras
- Rise to Ligue 1 (1980s-90s): Under Guy Roux, Auxerre rose from the lower leagues to become a top-flight powerhouse.
- Golden Era (1995-2005): Winning Ligue 1, multiple Coupe de France titles, and competing in the UEFA Champions League.
- Recent Promotion (2021-22): Auxerre returned to Ligue 1, aiming to rebuild its status among France’s elite.
Rivalries
- Dijon FCO (Burgundy Derby): A regional rivalry between two of Burgundy’s top teams.
- Paris Saint-Germain & Marseille: Historic battles with France’s top clubs during their golden years.
- Saint-Étienne: A classic matchup between two historic clubs.
Legendary Players
- Eric Cantona: The mercurial forward began his professional career at Auxerre.
- Djibril Cissé: The club’s all-time top scorer, known for his blistering pace.
- Philippe Mexès: A product of the famed academy, later a top European defender.
- Jean-Marc Ferreri: A key player in Auxerre’s golden years.
- Bruno Martini: One of the greatest goalkeepers in French football history.
The Future of AJ Auxerre
Auxerre remains a historic club with strong traditions, focusing on youth development and tactical excellence. With its return to Ligue 1, the club aims to re-establish itself as a competitive force in French football, blending homegrown talent with experienced leadership to challenge for domestic and European success.
