Montpellier FC officially launches its new badge and name

Montpellier FC unveiled its new crest on Friday, July 3, and confirmed the women's side will now be called Montpellier FC. The announcement comes nine months after Crux Football's takeover, finalized on October 1, 2025. The new design, an oval blue background with an orange flamingo, replaces the traditional MHSC circle and includes the year 2001, marking the founding of the women's section.

Why does this rebranding matter for the club?

Changing from “MHSC féminines” to “Montpellier FC” aims to strengthen the bond between the men's and women's teams while giving the women a distinct identity that resonates with fans. The flamingo, a Camargue symbol, now sits at the centre of the flag, forging a strong regional link. President Paul Bouffard emphasized that this move marks “the end of one story, the start of another.” Practically, the new logo will appear on kits, social media, and marketing materials, unifying the club’s communication.

What are the upcoming sporting challenges?

The Montpellier FC women will resume training on Monday, July 6, at Grammont, sharing facilities with the men’s side. Patrice Lair, who returned after Jean‑Louis Saez’s departure, will lead the first inter‑season session. The Première Ligue season kicks off on September 5. Meanwhile, the men’s team sits 8th in Ligue 2 with 51 points, 14 wins, 9 draws and 11 losses from 34 games, showing recent form DLWWD. This places Montpellier FC 16 points behind leaders Estac Troyes and reflects a balanced attack (41 goals) and defence (31 goals conceded).

How are fans reacting?

On Twitter, the official account @Montpellier__FC posted “Welcome to Montpellier FC. A new era starts now.” Fans quickly flooded the comments with roses and flamingos, now symbols of the team. The suspense built by teasing a flamingo on social media sparked speculation before the official reveal, boosting excitement around the project. The latest men’s result, a 1‑1 draw with RED Star FC 93 on May 9, 2026, shows a side capable of bouncing back, while recent form (1 win, 2 draws, 2 losses) indicates challenges ahead.

What does the future hold for Montpellier FC?

The new branding fits a broader strategy to develop women’s football in France. The club plans to invest more in local academies and attract international talent. The Première Ligue schedule will see Montpellier FC face teams like Stade Bastia and FC Lorient, matches that will test squad depth. If the season unfolds as early weeks suggest, the club could aim for a top‑table finish, narrowing the 16‑point gap with the leaders.

The fresh logo and the Montpellier FC name already appear on training kits, marking the start of an era where both sections share a strong, cohesive identity. Players, supporters and management seem ready to write the next chapter of Montpellier’s football story.