Montpellier H.S.C. facts for kids
| Full name | Montpellier Hérault Sport Club |
|---|---|
| Nickname(s) | La Paillade |
| Founded | 1974 |
| Ground | Stade de la Mosson, Montpellier |
| Capacity | 32,900 |
| Chairman | Louis Nicollin |
| Manager | Frédéric Hantz |
| League | Ligue 1 |
| 2015-16 | Ligue 1, 12st |
Montpellier Hérault Sport Club, often called Montpellier H.S.C. or just Montpellier, is a professional football club. This team plays in France, specifically in the city of Montpellier. They are well-known for their exciting matches in the top French football league.
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Montpellier H.S.C. Football Club
Montpellier H.S.C. is a popular football team based in the south of France. The club was officially started in 1974. They play their home games at a stadium called Stade de la Mosson. This stadium can hold many fans, about 32,900 people! The team's nickname is "La Paillade," which is a fun way to refer to them.
Club History and Name Changes
Like many old clubs, Montpellier H.S.C. has changed its name a few times over the years. Before it became the club we know today, it had different names.
- From 1919 to 1927, it was known as Stade Olympique de Montpellier.
- Then, from 1927 to 1937, it changed to Sports Olympiques Montpellierains.
- It went back to Stade Olympique de Montpellier from 1937 to 1970.
- For a short time, from 1970 to 1974, it was called Montpellier-Littoral FC.
- The club then became Montpellier La Paillade SC from 1974 to 1989. This is when the modern club really started.
- Finally, since 1989, it has been known as Montpellier Hérault Sport Club. This is the name they use today.
Playing in Ligue 1
Montpellier H.S.C. plays in Ligue 1, which is the highest division of professional football in France. Playing in Ligue 1 means they compete against some of the best teams in the country. In the 2015-16 season, for example, they finished in 12th place in the league. The club is always working hard to do well and climb higher in the standings.
Club Leadership
The club has important people who help it run smoothly. The chairman, who is like the boss of the club, was Louis Nicollin for a long time. The manager, who coaches the team and decides who plays, was Frédéric Hantz during the 2015-16 season. These leaders help guide the team to success both on and off the field.
