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A pioneering history of women’s football.

THE HISTORY OF THE CLUB

From its early years at Le Crès to its integration into MHSC in 2001, Montpellier FC’s history has been shaped by women and men committed to the development of women’s football. Driven in particular by Colette and Louis Nicollin, the club established itself as a leading force in French football, with a strong focus on youth development, performance and player support. With a rich history of trophies and generations of outstanding players, Montpellier FC continues to carry this legacy forward today.

2

French Championship Titles (2004 and 2005)

3

French Women’s Cups (2006, 2007 and 2009)

25

Consecutive seasons in the top flight

4

French Women’s U19 Championships (2011, 2012, 2013, 2018)

Key Milestones

2001

MHSC incorporates Montpellier-Le Crès

Montpellier-Le Crès is incorporated into Montpellier Hérault Sport Club and officially becomes its women’s team.

2001

A pioneer in the professionalisation of women’s football

The first club in France to offer a professional contract to a female player.

2001

THE START OF A LONG RUN

The beginning of 25 consecutive seasons in the top flight.

2004

First French championship title

In 2004, MHSC’s women’s team won the first French championship title in its history, just three years after joining the club.

2005

Second French championship title

MHSC’s women’s team retained its title, becoming French champions for the second consecutive year.

2005

EUROPEAN SEMI-FINAL

Semi-final of the UEFA Women’s Cup.

2006

First Women’s French Cup

MHSC’s women’s team won the first French Cup in its history, adding another trophy to its honours.

2007

Second consecutive Women’s French Cup

MHSC’s women’s team retained the trophy, winning the French Cup for the second consecutive year.

2009

Third Women’s French Cup

MHSC’s women’s team won its third French Cup, following its victories in 2006 and 2007.

2011

First Women’s U19 National Championship title

MHSC’s women’s team won the Women’s U19 National Championship four times: in 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2018.

2025

Crux Football acquires MHSC Féminines

MHSC Féminines, previously owned by the Nicollin family, was acquired by Crux Football, marking a change of ownership and the beginning of a new chapter for the club.

2026

MHSC Féminines becomes Montpellier FC

Following its acquisition by Crux Football, MHSC Féminines changed its identity to become Montpellier FC, marking a new chapter in its history and its independence from MHSC.