Neuchâtel Xamax is a professional football club based in Neuchâtel, Switzerland. Founded in 1897, the club has a rich history and has experienced various successes in Swiss football, including winning the Swiss Super League title. The team plays its home matches at the Stade de la Maladière, which has a capacity of around 12,000 spectators. The club's colors are red and black, and they are often referred to simply as "Xamax." Over the years, Neuchâtel Xamax has had periods of both prominence and challenges, including relegation and promotion between different tiers of Swiss football. The club continues to be an important part of the local sports culture.