Stade Charles-Mathon, Rugby stadium in Oyonnax, France.
Stade Charles-Mathon is a rugby ground in Oyonnax with a rectangular grass pitch and covered stands on three sides. The main Mathon stand seats 1,728 under cover, the Ponceur stand holds 3,800, and the South stand 4,000. A purple advertising band runs along the base of the stands, and a tall floodlight pylon stands on the left.
The stadium opened in 1939 and is named after a local rugby player who represented Oyonnax and died during World War II. The facility has evolved over the decades while staying rooted in the city's sporting heritage.
This venue sits at the heart of rugby life in Oyonnax and shows how deeply the sport matters to the community. Supporters gather regularly to cheer on their team and share the excitement of important matches together.
The stadium is easy to reach with multiple entrances along the city's main streets. You will find ticket sales and a merchandise shop available on match days.
In 2015 Oyonnax replaced its heated natural pitch with synthetic turf, becoming the first Top 14 club to play on such a surface. The change followed a season in which the grass had held up poorly despite underground heating installed in 2014.
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