History of FC Basel (2000–present)
history FC Basel
Fussball Club Basel 1893 is a Swiss football club with a history dating back to its founding on 15 November 1893. The club has competed at the highest level of football in Switzerland for most of its existence and currently plays in the Swiss Super League.
Due to the length of its history, the history of FC Basel has been divided into five sections. This fifth section covers the financial investments made in the club during this period, the move to the new stadium, St. Jakob-Park, the return of success, and developments up to the present day. For details on other periods of the club's history, see the following articles:
History of FC Basel (1893–1939)
History of FC Basel (1939–1965)
History of FC Basel (1965–2000)
The Gross era
108th season, St. Jakob-Park
The 2000–01 season was FC Basel's 108th since the club's foundation. René C. Jäggi served as chairman for the fifth consecutive year, while Christian Gross was head coach for the second successive season. Basel played their home matches at the Stadion Schützenmatte until 15 March 2001, when they moved into the newly built St. Jakob-Park.
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