Aviron Bayonnais
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- Aviron Bayonnais U19
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| France National 2 | 12/06 17:00 | 12 |
Les Herbiers
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| France National 2 | 01/10 17:00 | 14 |
Bordeaux
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| France National 2 | 01/24 17:00 | 16 |
Saint Malo
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| France National 2 | 02/07 17:00 | 17 |
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Angouleme
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| France National 2 | 02/14 17:00 | 18 |
Stade Poitevin
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| France National 2 | 02/21 17:00 | 19 |
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La Roche VF
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| France National 2 | 03/07 17:00 | 20 |
FC Chauray
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| France National 2 | 03/14 17:00 | 21 |
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Locmine Saint-Colomban
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| France National 2 | 03/21 17:00 | 22 |
Nice
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| France National 2 | 03/28 17:00 | 23 |
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| France National 2 | 04/04 16:00 | 24 |
AS Montlouis
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| France National 2 | 04/11 16:00 | 25 |
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Granville
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| France National 2 | 04/18 16:00 | 26 |
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Les Herbiers
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| France National 2 | 04/25 16:00 | 27 |
Avranches
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| France National 2 | 05/02 16:00 | 28 |
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| France National 2 | 05/09 16:00 | 29 |
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| France National 2 | 05/16 16:00 | 30 |
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Wikipedia - Aviron Bayonnais FC
Aviron Bayonnais Football Club (French pronunciation: [aviʁɔ̃ bajɔnɛ futbol klœb]; commonly referred to as simply Bayonne or ABFC) is a French association football club based in Bayonne. The club is a part of a sports club that was formed in 1904 that is also known for its rugby union club. The team is known primarily for youth development. The team is set to play in National 2 from 2025–26 after promotion from National 3 in 2024–25.
History
The football club was founded in 1935 and currently play in the Championnat National 3, the fifth level of French football. Bayonne plays its home matches at the Stade Didier Deschamps located in the city. It is named after Bayonne native, former youth player and the 1998 FIFA World Cup and UEFA Euro 2000 winning captain Didier Deschamps, who also played for Marseille and Juventus. Central defender Aymeric Laporte is another player who featured for Bayonne as a youth before starring for Athletic Bilbao and later Manchester City. Athletic have had a collaboration agreement with Bayonne for several years that they recently renewed until 2024. While Aviron is the largest club in the French Basque Country,[] it has not replicated the successes of the clubs on the Spanish side of the border, though the club's new investor, Karim Fradim, who was previously the president of Chamois Niortais, hopes to professionalise the club.
In 2021, former AS Saint-Étienne goalkeeper Stéphane Ruffier joined as an educator in the club.
In 2024–25, Aviron Bayonnais secured promotion to National 2 for the first time in their history from next season.
The team plays its home matches at the Stade Jean-Dauger, a charming stadium that can accommodate thousands of enthusiastic supporters, creating an electric atmosphere during games. Aviron Bayonnais is known for its distinctive blue and white colors, which reflect the club's identity and heritage.
Competing in the lower divisions of French football, Aviron Bayonnais has a reputation for nurturing local talent and promoting a strong community spirit. The club emphasizes the development of young players through its youth academy, aiming to instill a love for the game and a sense of pride in representing their hometown.
With a commitment to teamwork, resilience, and sportsmanship, Aviron Bayonnais continues to strive for success on the pitch, aiming to climb the ranks of French football while fostering a deep connection with its supporters and the local community. Whether in league matches or regional competitions, the team embodies the spirit of Bayonne, making it a beloved institution in the world of French soccer.