Montpellier Hérault Sport Club, or Montpellier HSC for short, is a French football club from the city of Montpellier in the south of France. The club was founded in 1919 as Stade Olympique Montpelliérain. In 1974, the club was given its current name and since then Montpellier HSC has been a major player in French football. The club had its greatest success in 2012, when it won the Ligue 1 title for the first time in its history.

Montpellier HSC plays its home games at the Stade de la Mosson, located in the La Paillade district on the outskirts of the city. The stadium opened in 1972 and has a capacity of approximately 32,900 spectators. The stadium was renovated for the 1998 World Cup, with a third tier added to increase capacity. The Stade de la Mosson is known for its unique architecture and the fanatical atmosphere that its supporters create during home games.

Montpellier is a city in the south of France, located on the Mediterranean Sea. The city is known for its rich history, beautiful architecture and vibrant culture. Montpellier is an important student city and is home to one of the oldest universities in Europe. The city has a Mediterranean climate, with warm summers and mild winters, which contributes to its appeal to both residents and visitors.