# Racing Club de Calais > association football club in France **Wikidata**: [Q1026206](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1026206) **Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Calais_RUFC) **Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/racing-club-de-calais ## Summary Racing Club de Calais is an association football club based in Calais, France, founded in 1902. The club dissolved in 2017 after being replaced by Calais Racing Union Football Club (CRUFC). It is notable for its historical presence in French football and its home venue, Stade de l'Épopée. ## Key Facts - Founded in 1902. - Located in Calais, Pas-de-Calais, France. - Dissolved on September 5, 2017, replaced by Calais Racing Union Football Club (CRUFC). - Played in the Championnat National 3 league. - Home venue: Stade de l'Épopée. - Official aliases: RC Calais, CRUFC, Calais Racing Union Football Club. - Website: [www.crufc.fr](http://www.crufc.fr). - VIAF ID: 136116386. - IdRef ID: 05258738X. - Freebase ID: /m/0ff2dd. - Bibliothèque nationale de France ID: 135663677. - Transfermarkt team ID: 11466. - FBref squad ID: ceb29db2. - Wikipedia title: Calais RUFC. - Wikipedia languages: de, en, es, fr, it, nl, pl, pt, ro, ru, tr, uk, vi. - Sitelink count: 13. ## FAQs - **What league did Racing Club de Calais compete in?** The club played in the Championnat National 3, a regional football league in France. - **Where was Racing Club de Calais located?** The club was based in Calais, a commune in Pas-de-Calais, France. - **When was Racing Club de Calais founded?** The club was founded in 1902. - **What was Racing Club de Calais replaced by?** The club was dissolved in 2017 and replaced by Calais Racing Union Football Club (CRUFC). - **What was the home venue of Racing Club de Calais?** The club played its home matches at Stade de l'Épopée. ## Why It Matters Racing Club de Calais played a significant role in the football landscape of Calais, contributing to the local sporting culture and community. Its dissolution in 2017 marked the end of an era for the club, which had been a part of French football for over a century. The club's legacy continues through its successor, Calais Racing Union Football Club, which has carried on the tradition of football in the region. ## Notable For - Being one of the oldest football clubs in Calais. - Competing in the Championnat National 3 league. - Playing at Stade de l'Épopée, a notable football venue. - Dissolving in 2017 and being replaced by CRUFC. ## Body ### History Racing Club de Calais was founded in 1902, establishing itself as a key player in the football scene of Calais. Over the years, the club competed in various leagues, including the Championnat National 3. The club's official name evolved over time, with changes reflecting organizational shifts and mergers. By 1974, the club had adopted the name Calais Racing Union Football Club (CRUFC) as part of its restructuring. ### Dissolution and Replacement In 2017, Racing Club de Calais dissolved, and its place was taken by Calais Racing Union Football Club (CRUFC). This transition marked the end of an era for the club, which had been a part of French football for over a century. The dissolution was a significant event in the local sporting community, reflecting changes in club management and organizational structures. ### League and Competitions The club competed in the Championnat National 3, a regional football league in France. This league provided a platform for the club to engage with other teams in the region, contributing to the competitive spirit of football in Calais. ### Venue and Infrastructure Stade de l'Épopée served as the home venue for Racing Club de Calais. The stadium was a key infrastructure for the club, hosting matches and providing a space for local football enthusiasts to gather. ### Digital Presence and Identification The club's digital presence was managed through its website, [www.crufc.fr](http://www.crufc.fr), which served as a hub for information and engagement. The club was also identified by various digital identifiers, including VIAF ID 136116386, IdRef ID 05258738X, and Freebase ID /m/0ff2dd. These identifiers helped in cataloging and referencing the club in digital databases. ### Wikipedia and Sitelinks Racing Club de Calais had a significant presence on Wikipedia, with articles available in multiple languages, including German, English, Spanish, French, Italian, Dutch, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Turkish, Ukrainian, and Vietnamese. The Wikipedia title for the club was "Calais RUFC," and it had 13 sitelinks, indicating its widespread recognition across different language editions. ### Category and Membership The club was categorized under "Category:Calais RUFC" in Wikipedia, and its players were listed under "Category:Calais RUFC players." These categories helped in organizing information about the club and its members within the Wikipedia ecosystem. ### Transfermarkt and FBref The club's data was also available on Transfermarkt, identified by the team ID 11466, and on FBref, where its squad was identified by the ID ceb29db2. These platforms provided additional insights into the club's performance and player statistics. ### Bibliothèque nationale de France The Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF) held records of Racing Club de Calais, identified by the ID 135663677. This entry helped in preserving the club's historical records and making them accessible to researchers. ### Official Names and Aliases The club's official names and aliases included Racing Club de Calais, RC Calais, CRUFC, Calais Racing Union Football Club, Кале (футбольный клуб), ФК «Кале», and ФК Кале. These names reflected the club's evolution and the various identities it adopted over time. ## References 1. Virtual International Authority File 2. BnF authorities 3. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013 4. [Source](https://www.francebleu.fr/sports/football/le-racing-club-de-calais-nait-de-la-fusion-des-equipes-calaisiennes-6522067) 5. [Source](https://www.journal-officiel.gouv.fr/pages/associations-detail-annonce/?q.id=id:197401390095)