Hassania Union Sport Agadir (HUS)

Club Overview

Hassania Union Sport d’Agadir (commonly referred to as Hassania Agadir or simply HUSA) is a Moroccan football club based in Agadir. Founded on December 22, 1946, the club has a rich history and passionate fan base. It plays its home games at Adrar Stadium¹.

Name, Nickname, Slogan & Home Ground

• Name: Hassania Union Sport d’Agadir (HUSA)
• Nickname: Souss gazelle
• Slogan: (No specific slogan mentioned)
• Home Ground: Adrar Stadium, Agadir (Capacity: 45,480)¹

History

Hassania Union Sport d’Agadir was founded by patriots opposing French colonialism. The team’s founding fathers, including Ahmed Kabbage and Hassan Oulhaj Akhannouch, chose the colors red and white to express their Moroccan identity. Despite challenges, the club persisted, qualifying for the first division in the 1958/1959 season. Tragedy struck in 1960 when an earthquake claimed the lives of some players, but the team restructured and reached the Throne Cup final in 1963¹.

Achievements

• Moroccan League Titles:
  • 2001/2002, 2002/2003 (back-to-back)
• Throne Cup Final:
  • Runner-up in 2006 (lost to Olympique Khouribga 1–0)¹