Olympique de Marseille, simply known as Marseille, is one of French football's most iconic and successful clubs, competing in Ligue 1. Based in the vibrant port city of Marseille, the team plays at the legendary Stade Vélodrome, an atmospheric cauldron that holds over 67,000 fans. Founded in 1899, Marseille's colors are white and royal blue. The club's history is one of passion, drama, and triumph. Their peak era is unquestionably the late 1980s and early 1990s under the presidency of Bernard Tapie, which culminated in the historic victory in the 1993 UEFA Champions League final—the first and still only French club to win Europe's premier club competition. This period also included multiple consecutive Ligue 1 titles. The modern era has seen Marseille remain a consistent force, regularly finishing in European places and adding more domestic cups to their trophy cabinet. The club is defined by its extraordinarily passionate and demanding fan base, known as the "12th man," whose fervor makes the Vélodrome one of the most intimidating venues in world football. Marseille is more than a club; it is a central pillar of the city's identity.