En Avant de Guingamp, commonly known simply as Guingamp, is a French football club based in the small town of Guingamp in Brittany. They currently compete in Ligue 2, the second tier of French football, and play their home matches at the Stade du Roudourou. The club was founded in 1912 and traditionally wears red and black. Under the ownership of the Rouxel family and with head coach Stéphane Dumont at the helm, the club has established a reputation for punching above its weight. Formed over a century ago, the name "En Avant" translates to "Forward," reflecting a progressive spirit. The club's early years were spent in regional football before a remarkable rise through the divisions in the late 20th century. Their peak era undoubtedly arrived in the late 1990s and early 2000s, when they famously won the Coupe de France twice, in 2009 and 2014, defeating top-flight giants on both occasions. These cup triumphs, along with several European campaigns, are the defining moments in the club's history. In the modern era, Guingamp oscillates between Ligue 1 and Ligue 2, with a current squad built on a mix of experienced professionals and promising academy products. The team culture is defined by a fiercely loyal and passionate local fanbase, creating an intimidating atmosphere at the compact Roudourou. Guingamp remains a proud community club with a giant-killing pedigree.