AJ Auxerre is a French professional soccer club based in Auxerre, Burgundy. Founded in 1905, the club has a rich history and has experienced success at both domestic and European levels. They play their home matches at the Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps, which has a capacity of around 24,000 spectators. Auxerre's most notable achievements came in the 1990s under the guidance of manager Guy Roux. During this period, they won the French Ligue 1 title in the 1995-1996 season and reached the UEFA Champions League semi-finals in the 1996-1997 season. The club is nicknamed "Les AJA," which is an abbreviation of their full name. This nickname is commonly used by fans and media alike. Auxerre has a reputation for developing young talent, with notable players such as Eric Cantona, Djibril Cissé, and Philippe Mexès starting their careers at the club. This focus on youth development has been a key aspect of their identity throughout the years.