Toulouse FC, based in the pink city of southwestern France, is a club competing in Ligue 1. The current incarnation of the club was founded in 1970, though it carries the legacy of previous entities. They play at the Stadium de Toulouse, a modern venue built for the 1998 FIFA World Cup. The club's colors are violet and white. Toulouse has historically been a mid-table Ligue 1 club with occasional forays into the upper echelons and European qualification. A key period was in the 2000s under coach Elie Baup, when they consistently finished in the top half and developed exciting attacking players. The club is known for its attractive, technical style of football and a strong academy. In the modern era, Toulouse has faced financial constraints but continues to produce exciting young talent, often selling them to larger clubs. Their fan base, while not among France's largest, is passionate and creates a lively atmosphere, especially during derby matches against Bordeaux or Montpellier. Toulouse FC represents a proud and distinctive footballing culture in the Occitanie region.