About

Association de la Jeunesse Auxerroise, commonly called AJ Auxerre, was founded on 1 January 1905 and remains a recognised presence in French football. The club is based in Auxerre, France, and currently competes in Ligue 1. Walkouts lists a selection of authenticated shirts and framed items that reflect the club’s long-standing identity, from centenary releases to celebrated player signatures.

Auxerre plays home matches at the Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps, a riverside ground on the banks of the Yonne that has hosted generations of supporters. The team is managed by Christophe Pélissier and the club’s modern era sits on the backbone of a storied past under Guy Roux, whose near four decade spell shaped local culture and scouting practice.

The club’s honours include four Coupe de France successes and, most notably, one Ligue 1 title earned in the 1995-96 season, a campaign that remains a central reason collectors seek Auxerre shirts. The 1994 Coupe de France final win over Montpellier is another provenance marker frequently cited with match photos and provenance notes when items are offered.

On the continental stage Auxerre has reached the UEFA Champions League, including a documented Champions League group stage participation in 2010-11, which elevated the club’s profile across Europe. The team also appears in contemporary rankings, being listed at 441 by the IFFHS, a single mention that underscores Auxerre’s recognised historical footprint.

Collector interest often focuses on milestone releases, notably the centenary output. The club issued a commemorative 1905-2005 crest and centenary shirt that now circulates among collectors, and the 2005 centenary editions are valued for their limited runs and commemorative detailing, especially where original store tags and crest variations survive.

Season magnets drive demand, above all the 1995-96 double season which produced both the league crown and Cup pedigree; shirts from that campaign, including player-issue variants and early fanshop runs, are chased for their direct link to those fixtures. Regional provenance also matters, with Derby de Bourgogne ties and supplier eras like Adidas, Le Coq and Kappa often cited on provenance notes, while fanshop retail pieces and player-issue variants attract collectors alongside match-worn items.

Iconic away shirts are another focus, notably the 2010-11 white away kit associated with European nights in the Champions League, and items accompanied by a COA command particular attention for verified signatures or exact photo proof. Walkouts lists signed retail shirts alongside framed and limited edition pieces, often with Free worldwide shipping, and collectors will find editions tied to both the 1995-96 and 2010-11 seasons represented with clear provenance from Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps fixtures and continental match photography.

Collector Highlights

Iconic home kits

  • 1995–96 Blue/white Ligue 1 champions
  • 2002–03 Blue/white Coupe de France winners
  • 2023–24 Blue/white Ligue 2 champions

Iconic away kits

  • 2010–11 White UCL group stage

Anniversary shirts

  • 2005 Centenary 1905–2005 crest

Collector seasons

  • 1995–96 Ligue 1/CdF double
  • 2010–11 Champions League groups
  • 2023–24 Ligue 2 title

Honours

AJ Auxerre's headline domestic success centres on a solitary top-flight triumph and a strong cup record. The club claimed the Ligue 1 title in a landmark season and has lifted the Coupe de France on four occasions, including a decisive 3-0 final win over Montpellier. That league victory and the cup collection underpin Auxerre's standing among French clubs. On the continental front the club has featured in UEFA competitions and reached the Champions League group stage during the 2010-11 campaign, a notable milestone in its European record. Auxerre's historical influence and competitive consistency are reflected in independent metrics such as an IFFHS rank of 441, which is cited here as a comparative indicator of standing.

Legends & Leadership

Laurent Blanc is remembered as a club-bred legend player of the early 1980s who established himself at Auxerre before going on to a high-profile international career.

Eric Cantona is recognised as a legend player of the early 1980s whose form at Auxerre helped launch his wider career in French and European football.

Djibril Cissé is noted as a recent key player of the early 2000s who emerged from Auxerre's ranks and became one of the club's most prominent forwards in that period.

Guy Roux is celebrated as the defining manager whose continuous spell began in the mid-1960s and who shaped the club across decades, building the structures that delivered the club's major honours.

Stadium

Auxerre's home ground, the Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps, sits on the banks of the Yonne and defines much of the club's matchday identity. The ground is easily identified by its riverside setting and long association with the club's working-class roots. Matchdays are known for a compact, intense atmosphere where local rivalries such as the Derby de Bourgogne against Dijon sharpen the occasion and draw regional attention. Home fixtures combine vocal support from long-standing season-ticket holders with visible club traditions, and the stadium remains the focal point for community events, youth development fixtures and first-team matches.

Also known as
Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps
Local derby
Derby de Bourgogne Dijon regional

Authentication & Provenance

  • Verification LFP vs UEFA fonts differ
  • Suppliers Adidas/Le Coq/Kappa eras
  • Provenance 95–96 double shirts valued

FAQ

Q: How do I buy match tickets for AJ Auxerre? A: Match tickets are sold through the club's official channels and authorised outlets; check the club's published schedule for home fixtures and buy early for derby matches to avoid disappointment.

Q: Are signed shirts and memorabilia genuine? A: Authorised items are supplied with a COA or equivalent verification and where available include digital or NFC verification to confirm provenance.

Q: Do you offer international delivery for official merchandise? A: Yes, official club merchandise is dispatched internationally and certain items qualify for Free worldwide shipping.

Q: Can visitors tour the ground and club facilities? A: Stadium tours and museum visits are run by the club on selected days and subject to matchday scheduling; contact the club's customer services for current availability and bookings.