Olympique Lyonnais, commonly known as Lyon, is a historic French football club based in the city of Lyon, competing in Ligue 1, the top division of French football. Founded in 1950, the club has established itself as one of France’s most successful teams, with seven consecutive Ligue 1 titles between 2002 and 2008 and numerous domestic cup victories. Lyon plays its home matches at the Groupama Stadium, a modern 59,000-seat venue known for its vibrant atmosphere. The club’s traditional home kit features a classic white shirt with blue and red accents, reflecting the colors of the city, while their away kits have showcased various designs over the years, often incorporating red, navy, or black as primary colors, along with occasional innovative third kits. Throughout its history, Lyon has been home to legendary players such as Juninho Pernambucano, renowned for his extraordinary free-kicks and leadership; Karim Benzema, who developed into a world-class striker at Lyon before his move to Real Madrid; Sonny Anderson, a prolific goalscorer during the club’s golden era; and Grégory Coupet, one of the best goalkeepers in French football history. Other notable figures include Sidney Govou, Michael Essien, and Houssem Aouar, who have all contributed to Lyon’s reputation for developing top-tier talent. With a strong academy system and a tradition of attacking football, Olympique Lyonnais remains a key player in French and European football, consistently competing at the highest level while maintaining a passionate fanbase.