Rodez Aveyron Football is a professional French club based in Rodez, currently competing in Ligue 2, the second tier of French football. The team, often simply called Raf, plays its home matches at the Stade Paul-Lignon. Founded in 1929, the club's colors are red and yellow. Rodez has a long history oscillating between the amateur and professional ranks, with their most significant achievement being promotion to Ligue 2 in 2019. This marked a key era, as they established themselves as a competitive side in the second division, known for a disciplined and hard-working team ethos. The modern era sees Raf consolidating its Ligue 2 status, often employing a pragmatic style to secure vital points against more fancied opponents. The club's fan base is passionately loyal, packing the intimate Stade Paul-Lignon and creating a formidable atmosphere for visiting teams. Rodez Aveyron Football represents the Aveyron department with pride, embodying the spirit of a community club performing on a national stage.