Nantes
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Nantes is one of those mid-table French clubs that have had the potential to punch way above their weight and have done so many a time. Les Canaris are renowned for their youth academy and their attractive attacking brand of play. They have won the French league title quite a few times and mostly dwell in the middle of the league table in recent times. They currently sit 14th in the table in Ligue 1 with just 1 win out of their first 4 games.
Let's take a look at Nantes history. The club was founded in 1943, and the team has worn the yellow and green colours on their jerseys since then. Among the founding members, builder Jean Le Gillou had a racehorse whose jockey had the same colours; thus, the inspiration. Nantes saw an improvement since the 1950s and finally went on to win their first-ever major trophy in the form of the French league in the 1964/65 season under manager Jose Arribas.
Players like Marcel Desailly and Didier Deschamps came from their ranks in the later years of the 1980s, which speaks volumes about the club's talent scouting. However, they had a downfall in the late 90s and early 2000s when they faced financial difficulties and quite a few relegations. It was in 2007 when businessman Waldemar Kita took over the ownership and turned things around.
| Field | Info |
|---|---|
| Founded | 21 April 1943 |
| Current Owner | Waldemar Kita |
| Country | France |
| City | Nantes |
| Nickname | Les Canaris (“The Canaries”), La Maison Jaune (“The Yellow House”), also Les Jaunes et Verts (“The Yellow and Greens”) |
| League | Ligue 1 |
| Stadium | Stade de la Beaujoire – Louis Fonteneau |
| Capacity | 35,322 |
| Manager/Head Coach | Luís Castro |
| Squad Size | 27 |
According to multiple sources, Nantes net worth is currently around €150-250 million, as of September 2025. The club's valuation is approximately €108 million, while the current squad value stands at €57 million, which places the club 14th in the list of the most valuable clubs in Ligue 1. Nantes recorded a total of €45 million in revenue last season, with a net recorded profit of €102,382. These figures represent the financial strength of the club, including Nantes net worth and several other accounting terms based on equity and total assets.
| Net Worth | €150-250 million |
|---|---|
| Nantes Valuation | €108 million |
| Revenue Sources | Broadcasting Rights, Sponsorships, Matchday Operations |
Nantes sponsors are Synergie, Macron, Les Gars des Eaux, Proginov, LNA Sante, and Zebet, which can be classified as major Nantes sponsors. Nantes sponsors that are in the minor category are Credit Mutuel, Be Green, Groupe Millet, Preservation du Patrimoine, and Anvolia. Synergie serves as the main jersey sponsor for the 2025/26 season. Macron acts as the kit supplier and also the technical partner of the club.
| Sponsors | Type of Sponsorship |
|---|---|
| Synergie | Main jersey sponsor |
| Macron | Kit supplier, Technical partner |
| Les Gars des Eaux | Secondary jersey sponsor |
| Proginov | Secondary jersey sponsor |
| LNA Sante | Sleeve sponsor |
| Zebet | Shorts sponsor |
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Nantes shares its rivalries with clubs like Stade Rennais, Girondins de Bordeaux, Angers SCO, FC Lorient, and EA Guingamp. Out of all these fixtures, the matches with Stade Rennais and Girondins de Bordeaux are the most intense. The rivalries with the other three are mainly due to regional pride, while with Rennes and Bordeaux, it transcends the boundaries of football.
If we take a close look at Nantes history, we find that it plays two derbies - one against Stade Rennais, which is termed the Derby Breton, and the Derby de l'Atlantique, which is played against Girondins de Bordeaux. Nantes home ground has witnessed a lot of iconic derbies over the years; one of them remains the 1-0 win over Stade Rennais in 2024, where Nantes won by a last-minute winner from Moses Simon in spectacular fashion. The most iconic fixture against Bordeaux at the Nantes stadium, Stade de la Beaujoire – Louis Fonteneau, remains the April 2022 fixture, where Nantes emerged victorious by a margin of 5-3.
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Let's take a look at Nantes trophies and achievements. Nantes have won 15 official trophies to date, which consist of 8 Ligue 1 trophies. Here's the table for Nantes trophies over the years.
| Type | Competition | No. of Titles | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domestic | Ligue 1 | 8 | 2000-01, 1994-95, 1982-83, 1979-80, 1976-77, 1972-73, 1965-66, 1954-65 |
| Domestic | Coupe de France | 4 | 2021-22, 1999-2000, 1998-99, 1978-79 |
| Domestic | Trophee des Champions | 3 | 2001-02, 1999-2000, 1965-66 |
Nantes fans are known to be quite passionate and loyal towards their club. The Nantes fans have stuck with their club through thick and thin and continue to be their 12th man in important games. A strong social media following also speaks volumes about the club's fanbase, which isn't limited to France only. La Brigade Loire is the main Ultras group of the club, and the fans are known to be the fiercest of all. They bring out tifos and chants, which intimidate any team that comes to play at Nantes home ground.
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Under new manager Luis Castro, Nantes will look to finish in the top half of the table, with a possible place in any one of the European competitions for the next season. They will also want to have a good run in the domestic cup competitions, causing serious upsets against the big teams.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who owns Nantes?
Nantes football club is owned by a Polish businessman named Waldemar Kita.
How many trophies has Nantes won?
Nantes has a total of 15 official trophies to their name.
When was Nantes founded?
Nantes was founded on 21st April, 1943.
What is Nantes Nickname?
The most common Nantes nicknames are ‘Les Canaris’ (The Canaries), and ‘La Maison Jaune’ (The Yellow House).
What is Nantes highest league finish ever?
Nantes's highest league finish ever remains their 1st place finishes in each of the campaigns where they won the Ligue 1 trophy.
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