FC Sion — Swiss football club from Sion, Valais

FC Sion is a professional football club based in the city of Sion in the canton of Valais, Switzerland. Established in 1909, the team is identified by red-and-white colours and a local supporter base strongly rooted in the Romandy (French-speaking) region. Across its history the club has spent long spells in the top tiers of Swiss football.

Home ground
FC Sion plays its home fixtures at the Stade Tourbillon, a compact stadium in the city that hosts domestic league and cup matches. The ground is known for an intimate atmosphere that brings fans close to the action and reflects the club’s regional identity.

History and development
Founded in the early 20th century, FC Sion developed from a local side into a nationally recognised club. Over decades it has moved between divisions and built a reputation particularly in knockout competitions. The club has also taken part in European qualifying and group-stage ties on several occasions, representing Swiss football abroad.

Playing structure and youth work
Like many established clubs, FC Sion operates a first team together with youth and academy programmes designed to identify and train local talent. Its sporting structure supports coaching at junior levels and the progression of players into senior football, contributing to the wider football pyramid in the region.