FC Metz is a professional football club based in Metz, France. Founded in 1932, the team plays its home matches at the Stade Saint-Symphorien, which has a capacity of around 26,000 spectators. The club's colors are garnet and gold, and they have a strong local following. Throughout its history, FC Metz has experienced various successes, including winning the Ligue 1 title in 1984 and 1989. The club has also claimed several domestic cups, making it a notable team in French football. They compete in the Ligue 2, the second tier of French football, as of the latest season.