The club was founded in 1976 and currently play in Championnat National after being relegated from the prematurely-ended 2019–20 Ligue 2.

Orléans plays its home matches at the Stade de la Source located within the city.

The club is based at the modern 5,000 capacity all-seated Stade de la Source.

Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.

Below are the notable former players who have represented Orléans in league and international competition since the club's foundation in 1976.