StadiumDBNews: Febuary 2015
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Turin: Groundbreaking at Filadelfia this autumn?
Site clearing has already begun a couple weeks ago, while Torino are now awaiting contractor selection. The club hope to use crowdfunding to return to their spiritual home.
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Salzburg: Austria score on their way back up
The reborn Austria Salzburg is marching on towards the Bundesliga and scored a victory yesterday. Planning committee approved their new south stand. However, on one condition…
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Europa League: Warsaw final tickets on sale
UEFA launched open distribution of tickets for the Europa League final in Warsaw. Applications may be filed until March 25 and then subject to lottery.
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Los Angeles: Inglewood council fast-tracks stadium
Inglewood City Council voted unanimously Tuesday night to approve an 80,000-seat stadium at the site of the old Hollywood Park racetrack. Public referendum isn’t necessary now.
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Germany: Veltins Arena most-attended in 2014
The Gelsenkirchen stadium proved to be Germany’s most attended sports and entertainment venue in 2014, surpassing Munich’s Allianz Arena. 2,366,568 people visited the stadium.
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Poland: Legia first to provide Wi-Fi
Free access to fast internet connection and mobile apps to all fans, up to 31,000. This is the outcome of Legia Warszawa’s latest deal with Ericsson. Poland’s first club to have a connected stadium follows current trend.
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New design: (One more) Los Angeles Stadium
It’s highly unlikely that any city in history ever had so many so lucrative bids to build large stadiums. Now Chargers and Raiders join the fight to colonise Los Angeles for the NFL again.
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New construction: Perth Stadium
So far there aren’t many photos, but they show very well how immense this project is. Perth in Western Australia hosts one of the largest ongoing stadium projects in the world.
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Dortmund: Borussia to provide Wi-Fi services too
Germany’s largest stadium joins the pack of most advanced venues as Borussia prepares to launch their Wi-Fi system. Currently fans regularly overload existing networks, according to Der Westen.
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Florida: To the beach or to the beach? Why not both…
Nearly 1,000 square meters of sand, two bars, palms and surfboards. That’s how the first stadium beach club, the East Side Club, will welcome fans on September 5.
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Mexico: Azteca up for revamp, capacity falls
The legendary stadium in Mexico City will soon celebrate 50 years in operation, but today it’s not as impressive as it used to be. Complex revamp is planned, but largest changes will come outside the building.
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London: Tottenham closer to their desired stadium?
Last business standing in the way of the 56,000-seater suffered from another blow. Archway’s appeal against compulsory purchase order was rejected. But the company may still delay the stadium.
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Rotterdam: Red De Kuip ready if asked by Feyenoord
Feyenoord’s negotiations with BAM Sports don’t seem to progress despite months passing. That’s why the runner-ups for De Kuip revamp announce they’re ready to take over.
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Stadium of The Year Public Vote: Winner – Allianz Parque!
With over 100,000 users from Brazil you might think one of the World Cup stadiums might grab first place. Well, not this time!
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Stadium of the Year Public Vote: 2. San Mamés
Highly-regarded no matter the geographic location of our voters, the new football icon of Bilbao reached the runner-up position in Stadium of the Year.
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Stadium of the Year Public Vote: 3. Otkritie Arena
Amazing support from throughout Russia and support from foreigners earned Otkritie Arena the well-deserved third place. Congratulations!
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Stadium of the Year Jury Vote: Winner - Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium!
Light, dynamic and brilliantly settled in local context. HBZ Stadium won the unanimous approval from our Stadium of the Year Jury!
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Stadium of the Year Jury Vote: 2. Arena da Amazonia
Spectacular architecture, likely to become inspiration for other stadiums. While Arena da Amazonia may have experienced problems in delivery, now Manaus has one of the most interesting stadiums worldwide.
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Stadium of the Year Jury Vote: 3. Singapore National Stadium
A unique combination of football, athletics and numerous secondary uses proved to be very costly for Singapore. But in return the stadium offers a complex like no other, according to our experts.
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Donetsk: Donbass Arena in decent shape
Despite ongoing fights in Donetsk, director of Donbass Arena assures the stadium is fine. There was some damage, but none of it is irreparable and holding games is a matter of preparing the stadium.
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UAE: Groundbreaking on hotel next to HBZ Stadium
172 rooms will be available for stadium guests and tourists in 2016 as officials break ground on the new Aloft hotel.
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Stadium of the Year: Vote closed, announcement on Thursday
It’s been a record-breaking competition with over 96,000 registered votes. While we thank you for taking part, please feel invited to the winner announcement on Thursday.
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London: First phase of Tottenham’s project ready
Not the stadium itself yet, but the large office building north of the site is ready. It took over two years from start to finish and will now hold Tottenham Hotspur offices, among other uses.
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Minneapolis: Vikings Stadium reaches 40%
The NFL’s next $1 billion stadium is progressing along schedule as it nears half-way towards delivery. First roof segment is already in place, while number of workers will grow by even 50%. Fox Sports report.
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England: Vast majority of fans in favor of safe standing
Results of latest poll show outstanding support for standing during games. This comes as fans launch another part of their safe standing campaign, this time in Swansea.
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Stadium of the Year: Look at them shine!
It’s been only 14 years since the first dynamically illuminated stadium was opened. Since then impressive lighting has become commonplace, as seen with these Stadium of the Year nominees.
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Australia: The stadium battle of Sydney to end soon?
Ever since ANZ Stadium opened, it’s been at constant odds with Allianz Stadium. The two are now competing for state funds and the final battle may come soon, according to Sydney Morning Herald.
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Los Angeles: Grounbreaking on 80,000-seater this year?
Billionaire Stan Kroenke is pushing forward with his plan of relocating the NFL franchise to Los Angeles. He seems closer than any bidder so far with latest attempt to shorten the bureaucratic route.
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New construction: Demolition begins in Lodz
One of Poland’s most successful and popular clubs is getting a new stadium and from today onwards we’ll be there to present the progress to you. Meanwhile Widzew seeks an alternative relocation venue.
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New design: A home AC Milan won’t have
It’s been over a week since Milan presented their new stadium plan. Today we present an alternative that won’t happen. But we have a feeling some fans would much prefer to have this stadium instead…
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Stadium of the Year: How much did a stadium cost in 2014?
Our annual competition gives a chance to review stadium prices around the world. Chlle, Hungary and Turkey lead the way in cost-effective building, not for the first time.
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Poland: Clubs withdrawing obligatory fan cards
Legia Warszawa is the largest and latest Polish football club to abandon mandatory use of fan cards among supporters. Cards have proven to be counter-productive and contributed to falling attendances.
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New design: Olsztyn Municipal Stadium by Bauren
The issue of Olsztyn’s new stadium has been a burning one for years and all attempts end with an anti-climax. Another failed approach came just days ago. But while it failed, this design is very much worth knowing.
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Madrid: Real’s project again at risk
Real Madrid’s €420m plans to redevelop the Bernabéu have been dealt a major blow after the city’s supreme court of justice ruled that work on the project should be halted with immediate effect.
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Wales: Swansea City want to buy Liberty Stadium
City council confirmed talks are already ongoing with Swansea City on the sale of Liberty Stadium to the club. City FC want to expand, while the city of Swansea need to cut spending by 81 millions.
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Brazil: Mothers guarded their sons during derby
Unusual and amusing idea for tackling aggression among male fans comes from Brazilian Recife. On Sunday local derby was secured by 30 mothers of active fans.
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New design: Haladás Stadion
After prolonged wait here it is – the concept for another modern stadium in Hungary. Officially presented, now it awaits construction, which should take up to 13 months.
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San Francisco: Candlestick Park going down slowly
No big implosion, no wrecking balls. The famous 49ers home will be gradually removed piece by piece over the next three months. Then a shopping centre is to replace it.
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Houston: Concerns over TDECU Stadium’s operation
Five months after Cougars fans cheered its first kick-off, the University of Houston's $128 million football stadium has drummed up as much anger and recriminations as school spirit, according to the Houston Chronicle.
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Egypt: At least 19 dead in stampede
Authorities accuse supporters, but fans claim the opposite in Egypt’s latest outbreak of social unrest after 19 young people were killed before a football game. League is again suspended.
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Miami: Living room experience inside the stadium
The comfort of your own living room combined with the experience of a full stadium. This idea of Miami Dolphins comes as latest temptation to richest fans out there. Expected to sell out before opening.
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Liverpool: Plaque for Liverpool fans at Everton
There’ve been many gestures of unity over Hillsborough, but today’s is special. For the first time Liverpool’s lost souls will have their own place at Goodison Park.
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Russia 2018: Rostov cannot be delayed any more
The delivery date for Rostov’s new stadium is already at critical deadline of December 2017. It won’t be ready until half a year before the World Cup. And may need a roof redesign…
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Belgium: Closer to Mechelen’s new stadium
Another modern stadium in Belgium is a step closer now, as environmental impact assessment was completed. Planning application in place, but there’s still work to be done before groundbreaking.
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New design: A world-class „Inferno”
Another interesting redevelopment in Mexico, this time in the hot Toluca. Hot not only for the action, but for match atmosphere at one of the most compact stadiums around.
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New design: Milan reveals it all!
Anticipated for so long, discussed for months and now it’s here. Like it or not, it is stunning! The new stadium will stand out, though for passers-by may be hard to notice at all.
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Brussels: National stadium selection in 6 weeks?
All three contenders made it to the final stage and are now awaiting evaluation. The best concept will hopefully be known in mid-March. Planning permit should follow shortly for the Euro 2020 venue.
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London: Residential estate to replace Upton Park
Newham Council received a planning application for Upton Park redevelopment. West Ham’s home stadium will be replaced by 14 blocks with 838 apartments. Now residents can consult the project.
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London: French giant to operate the Olympic Stadium
Vinci will manage the 54,000-capacity stadium for 25 years, according to latest deal with the LLDC and Newham Council. The company expands its stadium portfolio beyond France.
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Germany: Citizens approve new stadium in Freiburg
Sunday’s referendum in Freiburg am Breisgau brought great news for the SC Frieburg football club. Citizens decided to greenlight the new 35,000-capacity stadium.
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Turkey: Tragedy in Bursa, driver killed by collapsing crane
Massive mobile crane fell onto nearby highway, causing one death. Largest stadium build in Turkey was temporarily halted.
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Moscow: Luzhniki ahead of schedule, prepared for earlier delivery
1,500 people are working day and night to speed up works at Russia’s national stadium. It was the contractor’s choice in the wake of Russia’s economic instability.
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