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FC Chambly Oise
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Football Club Chambly Oise (French pronunciation: [futbol klœb ʃɑ̃bli waz]), commonly known as Chambly, is a French professional football club based in Chambly in the Hauts-de-France region. Their home stadium is the Stade Walter-Luzi in the town, and they compete in the Championnat National 2, the fourth tier of French football, as of the 2024–25 season.
Key Information
History
[edit]The club was founded in 1989 and previously played in Ligue 2, the second division of French football, after achieving promotion from the Championnat National in 2019. They were relegated back in 2021. They previously won promotion from the Division d'Honneur in the 2009–10 season. The club's emblem and kits take a heavy influence from Italian club Inter Milan.[citation needed]
On 1 February 2017, Chambly achieved a club milestone by drawing with French top-flight outfit Monaco 3–3 during regulation time in a Coupe de la Ligue match, before eventually losing 4–5 in extra time. On 1 March 2018, Chambly defeated Strasbourg 1–0 to reach the semi-finals of the Coupe de France for the first time ever. However, the club suffered a personal tragedy as Walter Luzi, the club's founder, died in a hospital on the same day.[1]
On 19 April 2019, the club achieved promotion to Ligue 2 for the first time in its history.[2] Due to the promotion, the club would play its league matches in the 2019–20 Ligue 2 season at two venues; fifteen matches at the Stade Pierre Brisson, and four at the Stade Sébastien Charléty, as the Stade des Marais did not meet the standards for Ligue 2 football.[3] The Stade des Marais was being upgraded to Ligue 2 standards, with a capacity of 3,000 envisioned.[4] However, construction was temporary halted in December 2020.[5]
After suffering relegation from Ligue 2 in 2021,[6] Chambly continued with a relegation from the Championnat National in 2022, returning to the Championnat National 2.[7] Ahead of the 2022–23 season, Fabien Valéri was appointed as head coach. It was the first time that Chambly began a season without a member of the Luzi family in the managerial position, with Bruno Luzi leaving the club earlier in the year.[8]
Players
[edit]Current squad
[edit]- As of 26 July 2024[9]
Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
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References
[edit]- ^ "Modest Chambly make history on same night club founder dies". AS.com. 1 March 2018. Archived from the original on 25 July 2021. Retrieved 22 January 2020.
- ^ "Chambly est promu en Ligue 2 (off)" (in French). foot-national.com. 19 April 2019.
- ^ "HAUTS-DE-FRANCEOISEBEAUVAIS Promu en Ligue 2 sans stade aux normes, le FC Chambly arrache un accord pour jouer à Beauvais" (in French). francetvinfo.fr. 11 May 2019.
- ^ "La première phase des travaux du nouveau stade de Chambly est terminéehttps://les3villessoeurs.com/" (in French). Les 3 Villes Sœurs. 11 September 2019.
- ^ "Chambly : la construction du stade des Marais suspendue" [Chambly: the construction of the Stade des Marais has been suspended]. L'Observateur de Beauvais (in French). 1 December 2020. Retrieved 18 February 2021.
- ^ "Football : après deux saisons en Ligue 2, Chambly est relégué en National 1". France 3 Hauts-de-France (in French). Retrieved 17 May 2022.
- ^ "Pourquoi Créteil, Chambly et Boulogne sont déjà relégués en National 2". L'Équipe (in French). Retrieved 17 May 2022.
- ^ "Un virage inédit pour le FC Chambly en National 2" [A new twist for FC Chambly in the National 2]. La Une - Courrier picard (in French). 31 May 2022. Retrieved 7 June 2022.
- ^ "Chambly Oise squad". Soccerway. Retrieved 24 December 2024.
FC Chambly Oise
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History
Foundation and early years
Football Club Chambly Oise was founded on June 1, 1989, by Walter Luzi, an Italian immigrant who had arrived in France in the 1960s, along with his sons Bruno and Fulvio, in the small town of Chambly in the Oise department, which had a population of around 10,000 at the time.[12][13] The club began as an amateur outfit with a strong emphasis on youth development and participation in local competitions, starting its senior team in the lowest tiers of French football at the Stade des Marais.[12][14] From its inception, the Luzi family played a central role in the club's operations, with Walter serving as a key figure in administration and his sons contributing both on and off the field; notably, only two presidents—Walter initially and later Fulvio from 2001—and two head coaches have led the club since its founding.[12][14][15] In its early years, FC Chambly competed in the regional divisions of the Oise district leagues, entering the 5th division (the 14th tier of French football) and rapidly ascending through consistent performances driven by homegrown talent.[12] By 2001, after securing five successive promotions, the club had reached the top regional level within the district structure.[12] This progress continued into the broader Picardie regional leagues, with promotion to the Regional 3 (R3) division in 2002, followed by elevation to Promotion d’Honneur (R2) in 2005 and Division d’Honneur (R1, the highest amateur regional tier) in 2008, where it established itself as a competitive force.[12] The club's focus on youth academies during this period helped build a pipeline of players, exemplified by Bruno Luzi, who became the team's top scorer before transitioning to coaching.[12][3] Further milestones in the amateur era included promotion to the Championnat de France Amateur 2 (CFA2, now National 3) in 2012 after topping the Division d’Honneur, marking the club's entry into national amateur competition for the first time.[12] Under Bruno Luzi's coaching from 2001, the team achieved steady growth, balancing competitive results with community involvement in Chambly.[12] The Luzi family's unwavering commitment, including Fulvio's leadership as president, provided stability and funded gradual infrastructure improvements, such as enhancements to the Stade des Marais.[12][15] The club's foundational phase culminated in the mid-2010s with continued ascent in the amateur ranks, setting the stage for national prominence, though it remained firmly rooted in its amateur identity until later promotions.[12] Walter Luzi's influence endured until his death on February 28, 2018, at age 77, which occurred on the evening of a Coupe de France quarter-final match against Strasbourg, leaving an emotional void during a season of heightened expectations; the club honored him by naming its new stadium the Stade Walter-Luzi in 2020.[16][17][18]Rise to professional football
Under the long-term management of Bruno Luzi, who took over as coach in 2001 and became the club's all-time top scorer during his playing career, FC Chambly Oise experienced steady progress through the lower divisions of French football. By the early 2010s, the club had reached the Championnat de France Amateur (CFA), the fourth tier. In the 2013–14 season, Chambly dominated CFA Group A, securing the title with a strong performance that culminated in a decisive playoff victory over local rivals AS Beauvais-Oise, earning promotion to the Championnat National for the 2014–15 season. This marked the club's entry into the third tier and represented a significant step toward professional status.[12] In the Championnat National, Chambly quickly established itself as a competitive force, finishing in the top half in their debut season and building on that foundation with consistent results over the next four years. Luzi's tactical acumen and emphasis on disciplined, counter-attacking play were instrumental, as the team notched key wins against higher-profile opponents, including a memorable 4–1 upset against Ligue 1 side Stade de Reims in the 2015–16 Coupe de France round of 32. By the 2018–19 season, Chambly finished third in the league, setting up participation in the promotion playoffs. The decisive moment came on 19 April 2019, when a 3–0 away victory over Concarneau in the playoff semi-final secured their advancement and, ultimately, promotion to Ligue 2—the club's first entry into professional football—after Rodez and Le Mans had already earned automatic promotion. This achievement was the culmination of Luzi's 18-year tenure, during which he oversaw seven promotions.[12][3] To support this ascent, the club invested in infrastructure upgrades, particularly at the Stade Walter-Luzi, their home ground named after founder Walter Luzi. Originally a modest facility, the stadium underwent significant expansion in the late 2010s, adding a new grandstand with 1,550 covered seats, sports and administrative areas totaling 820 m², and reception spaces of 540 m² to comply with professional league requirements. Completed and opened in 2019 ahead of the Ligue 2 campaign, these improvements allowed Chambly to host matches on-site rather than relying on temporary venues. Concurrently, the club's youth academy was bolstered to align with professional standards, fostering local talent integration and long-term sustainability amid the transition to full-time professionalism. These developments reflected the Luzi family's commitment to building a stable foundation for the club's ambitions.[19][12]Ligue 2 era and subsequent relegations
FC Chambly Oise's debut in Ligue 2 during the 2019–20 season marked a significant milestone, but the club faced logistical challenges due to ongoing upgrades at their home ground, the Stade Walter-Luzi, which required temporary arrangements for some fixtures. The team played several home matches at Stade Sébastien Charléty in Paris, including a 1–2 defeat to Paris FC on February 7, 2020. Despite these disruptions, Chambly achieved a respectable mid-table finish, ending the campaign in 10th place with 35 points from 28 matches (9 wins, 8 draws, 11 losses), as the season was curtailed in April 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with no teams relegated based on league standings. The modest budget, one of the smallest in the division at around €5 million, highlighted the club's competitive constraints against more established sides.[20][2] The 2020–21 season proved more tumultuous, exacerbated by the ongoing effects of the COVID-19 crisis, which strained finances through reduced matchday revenue and broadcasting uncertainties. Playing primarily at Stade Pierre-Brisson in Beauvais as a temporary home, Chambly struggled with consistency, finishing 19th in Ligue 2 with 38 points from 38 matches (9 wins, 11 draws, 18 losses), leading to automatic relegation to Championnat National. The relegation was primarily sporting but compounded by administrative pressures, including budget shortfalls that limited squad investments; the club's operating expenses hovered around €6.5 million, far below league averages. Key departures, such as forward Marin Tomas, underscored the financial toll, as the pandemic forced cost-cutting measures across French professional football.[21][22] In Championnat National for 2021–22, Chambly's challenges intensified with poor form and internal upheaval, culminating in on-field relegation to National 2. The team, managed initially by long-time coach Bruno Luzi, won only 7 of 34 matches, sitting perilously low by spring 2022; a pivotal 0–3 home loss to Laval on May 2 sealed their fate, confirming descent with two games remaining. Amid the slide, the club sacked Luzi in early April after a run of defeats, appointing Alex Dias as interim before further transitions, while overhauling the squad—releasing around 80% of players, including veterans like Anthony Soubervie, to address wage burdens exceeding €3 million annually. These moves reflected deeper financial woes, as relegation halved potential revenues and strained the family-run operation's resources.[23][24] As of November 2025, FC Chambly Oise competes in National 2 Group B, having finished 4th in the 2023–24 season with 38 points (after a 5-point deduction) from 26 matches (10 wins, 8 draws, 8 losses), narrowly missing promotion playoffs.[25] Under manager Stéphane Masala, appointed in 2023, the club continues to focus on stability and youth integration in the ongoing 2025–26 season, holding a mid-table position after a challenging start amid efforts to rebuild financially through local partnerships and reduced operating costs around €2.5 million.[26][27]Ground and facilities
Stade Walter-Luzi
The Stade Walter-Luzi is the primary home ground of FC Chambly Oise, situated in Chambly, Oise, in the Hauts-de-France region of France.[28] Named in honor of the club's founder, Walter Luzi, who established FC Chambly in 1989 along with his sons Bruno and Fulvio, the stadium has functioned as a key community hub, hosting matches, training sessions, and local events that foster engagement in the town of approximately 10,000 residents.[2][12] Following significant expansions initiated in 2019 to meet professional league standards, with further phases completed in the early 2020s, the stadium now accommodates 4,550 spectators across three stands.[28][29] The main pitch is a natural grass surface measuring 105 meters by 68 meters, with 7 meters of clearance behind each goal, certified for national-level competitions and equipped with floodlighting to enable evening fixtures as mandated for clubs in the upper tiers of French football.[29][30] The complex integrates comprehensive training facilities, including three certified fields designated as an Olympic pre-games training center for Paris 2024, alongside modular areas for changing rooms, administrative offices, a press room, and reception spaces covering over 1,300 square meters in total.[29][19] Owned by the Luzi family through their control of the club, the stadium's development and upkeep reflect the family's longstanding commitment to the team's infrastructure.[12][2]Temporary arrangements during upgrades
In 2019, FC Chambly Oise undertook significant upgrades to its home venue, the Stade des Marais (later renamed Stade Walter-Luzi), to comply with Ligue 2 professional standards, including the addition of covered seating for at least 1,500 spectators, enhanced safety features, and expanded administrative and reception facilities.[31][19] These renovations, designed by Laurent Bugaut Architecture and partially funded by the Oise departmental council at €1.5 million, rendered the stadium unusable during construction, necessitating a temporary relocation for the club's inaugural Ligue 2 campaign.[32] For the 2019-2020 season, the club split its 19 home matches between two venues: 15 at Stade Pierre Brisson in Beauvais (capacity 10,178) and 4 at Stade Sébastien Charléty in Paris (capacity 20,000).[33][34] This arrangement stemmed from negotiations with local authorities, as Beauvais agreed to host the majority but not all fixtures due to scheduling conflicts with AS Beauvais Oise, while Charléty provided overflow capacity under Paris city agreements. The split venues created logistical challenges, including increased travel distances—Beauvais is approximately 30 km from Chambly, and Paris about 50 km—for the team, staff, and supporters, alongside rental fees that strained the club's budget during its transition to professional status. Fan attendance averaged around 2,000 per match, lower than anticipated for a promoted side, partly attributed to the inconvenience of away-like home games.[35][36] The club returned to the partially upgraded Stade des Marais in August 2021 for the 2021-2022 National season, following the completion of initial phases that met third-tier requirements, ending the primary period of relocation.[37] Further enhancements continued amid legal and COVID-19-related delays, but no major venue changes occurred post-2020; the fully renovated Stade Walter-Luzi (capacity 4,550) has hosted National 2 matches since its official opening in March 2023.[38]Players and staff
Current squad
As of the 2025/26 season, FC Chambly Oise's first-team squad consists of 20 players with an average age of 28 years, featuring a mix of experienced professionals and emerging talents across positions. The roster emphasizes defensive solidity with several veteran defenders while incorporating younger players in midfield and attack for depth. Goalkeepers include the primary starter Rubens Adélaïde (26, Guadeloupe/France), veteran backup Simon Pontdemé (37, France), and promising youngster Desthy Nkounkou (20, Congo/France).[4] The defensive line is anchored by experienced centre-backs such as Thibault Jaques (37, France), Andrea Marques (28, France/Portugal), and Ababacar Paye (31, France/Senegal), providing leadership, alongside left-backs Adrien Pagerie (33, France) and Quentin Damo (20, France), and right-backs Dorian Zhuri (25, Albania/France) and Maxime Da Veiga (27, France/Cape Verde). In midfield, defensive options are led by Dylan Nzeza (27, France/DR Congo), with central midfielders Johan Rotsen (29, Guadeloupe/France), Ahmed Majid (23, France/Morocco), Antoine Valério (25, France), and Alex Diliberto (25, France) offering versatility and energy. The forward unit features right wingers William Vouama (29, Comoros/France), Kemo Kenneh (28, France/Liberia), and Yanis Hugon (23, France), complemented by centre-forwards Anthony Petrilli (32, France/Italy) and Sadio Amadou Diallo (24, Guinea). This composition reflects a balanced squad depth, with 30% foreign players contributing to tactical flexibility in the fourth-tier Championnat National 2.[4]| Position | Players |
|---|---|
| Goalkeepers | Rubens Adélaïde (26), Simon Pontdemé (37), Desthy Nkounkou (20) |
| Defenders | Thibault Jaques (37, CB), Andrea Marques (28, CB), Ababacar Paye (31, CB), Adrien Pagerie (33, LB), Quentin Damo (20, LB), Dorian Zhuri (25, RB), Maxime Da Veiga (27, RB) |
| Midfielders | Dylan Nzeza (27, DM), Johan Rotsen (29, CM), Ahmed Majid (23, CM), Antoine Valério (25, CM), Alex Diliberto (25, CM) |
| Forwards | William Vouama (29, RW), Kemo Kenneh (28, RW), Yanis Hugon (23, RW), Anthony Petrilli (32, CF), Sadio Amadou Diallo (24, CF) |
Notable former players
FC Chambly Oise has produced several players who made significant contributions during their tenure and went on to careers at higher levels or in notable roles elsewhere. Joris Correa, a French striker, was instrumental in Chambly's historic 2019 promotion to Ligue 2, finishing as the team's third-top scorer in the 2018–19 Championnat National with 13 goals in 33 appearances.[3] He continued his form in the club's debut Ligue 2 season (2019–20), netting 3 goals in 7 matches despite the team's eventual relegation. Correa left for US Orléans in 2020 and later played for Grenoble Foot 38 and SC Bastia in Ligue 2 and National, before moving to Swiss club Vevey-Sports in the Promotion League, where he has continued scoring at a consistent rate.[41] Defender Alexandre Durimel played a key role in Chambly's memorable 2017–18 Coupe de France campaign, which saw the club reach the round of 16 for the first time in its history after defeating Ligue 1 side Strasbourg 1–0 in the round of 32. Over his single season (2017–18), he made 11 appearances in the Championnat National and 1 in the cup, providing defensive stability during the run.[42] After leaving, Durimel joined CA Bastia and later FC Bastia-Borgo in the Championnat National, followed by stints at Gazélec Ajaccio and Stade Poitevin in National 2, where he remains a reliable centre-back. Other impactful former players include Mamadou Diop, a Senegalese forward who scored 8 goals in 52 appearances from 2018 to 2020, contributing to the Ligue 2 survival efforts before moving to US Orléans and then abroad to clubs like FK Čukarički in Serbia. Loïc Goujon, a midfielder, logged over 100 appearances from 2015 to 2019, including the promotion season, with 5 goals, and later played for US Boulogne and Red Star FC in National before retiring. Chambly's academy has also yielded graduates who advanced professionally elsewhere. Lenny Lankoso, a promising forward (born 2005), progressed through the club's youth ranks before transferring to Paris Saint-Germain's U23 setup in July 2024, marking a significant milestone for the club's formation efforts.[43] Similarly, Marc-Antoine Huzen, a defender who came through the U19 national team pathway at Chambly, moved to collegiate soccer in the US at Midwestern State University after his youth tenure, showcasing the club's role in developing talent for international opportunities.[44] Additional alumni with notable tenures include Florian David, who made 87 appearances and scored 12 goals as a versatile midfielder from 2016 to 2020, aiding the 2019 promotion before joining US Orléans; and Bradley Danger, a right-back with 65 appearances and 2 goals during 2017–2019, who later featured for Valenciennes in Ligue 2. These players exemplify Chambly's legacy of nurturing talent that contributes to major milestones like the 2018 cup run and 2019 ascent, even as the club navigates relegations post-2022.Management and coaching staff
Fulvio Luzi serves as president of FC Chambly Oise, having assumed full leadership following the death of his father, Walter Luzi, in 2018; the Luzi family co-founded the club in 1989 and remains actively involved in its operations.[45][2] Stéphane Masala has been the head coach since 1 July 2023, with his contract running until 30 June 2028; he implements a 4-3-3 attacking formation and has achieved a points-per-match average of 1.61 in the Championnat National 2 during his tenure.[27] The coaching staff includes assistant manager Florian Goergen, appointed in July 2023, goalkeeper coach Kamel Bouzid, in role since July 2014, and conditioning coach Kévin Denicourt, who joined in October 2017.[46] In response to the club's relegation from the Championnat National at the end of the 2021–22 season, management restructured the technical team, transitioning from head coach Fabien Valeri (2022–2023) to Masala to promote financial stability and competitive recovery in the lower divisions.[47]Achievements and records
Domestic honours
FC Chambly Oise has secured several regional and national amateur titles, primarily through league championships that facilitated successive promotions up the French football pyramid. These include wins in the Coupe de l'Oise in 2008, 2009, 2011, and 2013. These achievements highlight the club's steady rise from regional football to professional status. The club has not won any major national cup competitions.League titles
- Division d'Honneur Picardie: Champions in the 2009–10 season, earning promotion to the Championnat de France Amateur 2 (CFA 2).[48]
- Championnat de France Amateur 2 (Group A): Champions in the 2011–12 season, securing promotion to the Championnat de France Amateur (CFA).[49]
- Championnat de France Amateur (Group A): Champions in the 2013–14 season, gaining promotion to the Championnat National.[50]
- Championnat National: Runners-up in the 2018–19 season, achieving direct promotion to Ligue 2 as one of the top two teams.