Le Havre AC, based in Le Havre, France, is a historic soccer club with a rich history. Founded in 1872, it is one of the oldest clubs in France. Le Havre AC has primarily competed in the lower divisions of French football, but has had several notable achievements. The club has won the Coupe de France, the premier domestic cup competition in France, on two occasions, in 1959 and 1987. Le Havre AC's home venue is the Stade Océane, a modern stadium with a capacity of over 25,000 spectators. The club is nicknamed "Les Ciel et Marine" (The Sky and Navy) due to their traditional sky blue and navy blue colors. Le Havre AC has a strong youth academy, which has produced several talented players over the years.