AS Cannes

Association Sportive de Cannes Football (AS Cannes) is a historic French football club based in Cannes, on the French Riviera.

Founded in 1902, the club has over a century of footballing tradition and currently competes in the Championnat National 2, the fourth tier of French football.

Known for their talent development and iconic past players, AS Cannes remains a symbol of pride in the Côte d’Azur.

Stade Pierre de Coubertin: The Home of Les Dragons

• Stadium: Stade Pierre de Coubertin
• Capacity: 12,000 seats
• Location: Cannes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur
• Opened: 1961

AS Cannes plays its home matches at the historic Stade Pierre de Coubertin, named after the founder of the modern Olympic Games.

The stadium is a cornerstone of local football, where fans gather to cheer on Les Dragons with passion and pride.

Club Identity & Playing Style

• Nickname: Les Dragons (The Dragons)
• Club Colors: Red and white
• Playing Style: Known for technical excellence and possession-based football, influenced by their focus on youth development.
• Motto: “Fiers de nos couleurs” (Proud of our colors), reflecting their deep local roots and commitment to the community.

Historic Moments & Achievements

• Founded: 1902, making it one of France’s oldest football clubs.
• Ligue 1 Appearances: Multiple seasons in the French top flight, with their best finish of 4th place (1932–33).
• Coupe de France:
  • Winners (1932): Defeated RC Roubaix 1–0 to claim their first and only major domestic title.
  • Finalists (1933): Reached back-to-back finals, showcasing their dominance in the early years of professional French football.
• European Appearances: Participated in the UEFA Intertoto Cup, marking their presence on the European stage.
• Promotion Campaigns: Multiple promotions through the French football pyramid, demonstrating their resilience and ambition.

Rivalries: Côte d’Azur Clashes

• AS Cannes vs. OGC Nice: Known as the Côte d’Azur Derby, this fixture is a fierce local rivalry fueled by regional pride.
• Matches vs. AS Monaco: Another high-profile Riviera clash with the Ligue 1 giants.
• Southern Duels: Competitive fixtures against clubs like Toulon and Marseille B.

Famous Players Developed by AS Cannes

AS Cannes is renowned for its prestigious academy, which has produced some of the greatest names in football history:

• Zinedine Zidane: The legendary French midfielder and World Cup winner began his professional career at AS Cannes.
• Patrick Vieira: World Cup-winning midfielder and former captain of the French national team.
• Johan Micoud: Former French international and Ligue 1 star.
• Sébastien Frey: Renowned goalkeeper with a distinguished career in Serie A.

Notable Managers

• Guy Lacombe: A respected figure in French football who guided the team through successful campaigns.
• Luis Fernández: Managed the club before gaining fame with Paris Saint-Germain and the French national setup.

The Future of AS Cannes

AS Cannes aims to return to the higher divisions of French football by focusing on:

• Youth Development: Continuing their tradition of producing world-class talent through their renowned academy.
• Community Engagement: Building a strong local supporter base.
• Promotion Ambitions: Targeting a return to the Championnat National and beyond.