StadiumDBNews: March 2016
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Qatar 2022: Worker abuses ongoing on construction sites?
Amnesty International released a troubling report about working conditions in Qatar. It’s hardly as catastrophic as you may think, but shows continuing and partly unresolved issues for migrants.
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New stadiums: A piece of great Mexican folk
It’s one of the most unique stadia we’ve seen, even if it’s cheap and not really that impressive. But Estadio Tecnológico imitates a venue dating back to ancient times…
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USA: Anonymous donor gives $20 million for CSU stadium
Colorado State University received a $20 million donation for their new football stadium. One thing the anonymous donor asked for is keeping the field named after coach Sonny Lubick.
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Saint Petersburg: $26 million for Zenit Arena’s landscaping and infrastructure
Landscaping and roads around Russia’s most impressive stadium will cost almost 2 billion rubles. But before these works begin, the retractable roof will get done. On Friday at the latest!
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Africa: Ghana to get a world class national stadium
As part of a $6.5 billion mixed-use project in eastern Accra, Ghana will receive a top class national stadium. Located just beside the Bay of Guinea, the building will hold 60,000 people.
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Madrid: Smaller Bernabéu easier to swallow?
Real Madrid’s stadium expansion plans have been stalled for almost two years. President Florentino Perez is thus working to amend them and make it through the bureaucratic process. AS report.
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Manchester: Old Trafford might reach 88,000
Unexpected news came from ESPN’s Andy Mitten, journalist and Manchester United supporter. He claims United have plans to expand Old Trafford to 80,000 first, later possibly 88,000.
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Miami: Beckham secures stadium land
David Beckham and his investors have purchased the private land needed for a new stadium in Overtown, marking the first time the celebrity athlete has actually acquired Miami real estate for his Major League Soccer franchise. Miami Herald report.
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New stadium: Century of triumphs and waiting
They may have been the best South American team of the 20th century. But they also waited a century to get a private stadium good enough to meet their demand.
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Belgrade: National stadium to be built in Zemun
Capacity of the planned stadium in Belgrade will still be 50,000. But its location has changed to Zemun, the north-western district of Serbia’s capital city.
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Sarajevo: Grbavica reconstruction to finally begin
It’s been 3 years since the design was presented and now, finally, we’re going to see groundbreaking. Supporters are currently the main sponsor of Bosnia’s crucial football project.
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Netherlands: Amsterdam ArenA to take Cruyff’s name?
It’s only an idea, but a much debated one. Mayor and his deputy both argue it should be considered, though Amsterdam Arena managers are reluctant. Similar debate is ongoing in Barcelona.
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Nigeria: Tragedy avoided, stadium occupancy over 160%!
First, they selected a stadium that raised security concerns. Then they opened the gates and let thousands rushing in. We’re not talking about Hillsborough, but yesterday’s game between Nigeria and Egypt!
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Denmark: Aarhus stadium up for demolition?
The football team don’t want to continue with their current stadium. Its running track spoils the atmosphere, while capacity is just too big.
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Iraq: Suicide attack after football game near Iskandariyah
Several hundred people around the field and a suicide bomber among them. When awards were to be given to the players, he detonated the bomb, killing no less than 41 people.
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Poland: Supporters design better law than the MPs
It’s not a joke, though we couldn’t believe it ourselves. Polish federation of football supporters announced their grassroots plan to amend current stadium safety legislation. In the best way possible.
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London: Major updates on Olympic Stadium
Season ticket demand is skyrocketing and capacity will thus grow to possibly Premier League’s second largest stadium. West Ham also boast about Europe’s largest HD screens, though they fall well short…
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Rome: The fence that united fans of Roma and Lazio
Next week it’s the 180th Derby della Capitale, one of Europe’s most famous classics. But this time fans of both Lazio and Roma sing in unison: we’re not going.
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England: Dean Court to grow, but still Premier League’s smallest
Despite planned capacity increase of almost 30%, AFC Bournemouth home stadium will remain the smallest throughout England’s Premier League.
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Prague: Eden to become new national stadium?
Instead of building from scratch, the Synot Tip Arena might be increased by almost 15,000 seats and become Czech Republic’s new national stadium. Could this plan work?
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Edinburgh: Hearts launch their new stand campaign
Hearts have moved a step closer to the construction of a new main stand at Tynecastle Stadium after submitting a pre-application notice to the City of Edinburgh Council.
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Netherlands: NAC Breda stadium not entirely safe
Controversial cracks appearing in the main stand are caused by errors in construction. The stadium also doesn’t meet fire safety rules, according to an independent report.
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Poland: Legia dreaming of major stadium upgrade
Just five years after opening, Stadion Wojska Polskiego already has an upgrade plan. No capacity increase, but facilities would see a major boost.
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London: Wimbledon plans suffer serious blow
AFC Wimbledon’s stadium campaign has just suffered from another major setback. Groundbreaking might not happen this year after mayor ordered the plan to be re-evaluated.
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Brazil: Corruption mars stadiums of 2014 World Cup
Shocking news came from Brazil, where newly-built stadiums might be part of a greater corruption scandal. Arena Corinthians already is and new information about its construction have surfaced.
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Stadia Designers Cup: What Crystal Palace won’t have
This wasn’t an official competition, so Palace fans shouldn’t get too excited. But if their club was to return home, we guess one of these three best-ranked designs would easily suffice!
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Poland: Chorzów may have the biggest and… most mutilated stadium
Regional authorities in Chorzów are considering further expanding Stadion Śląski to make it Poland’s largest and maybe even hold a Champions League final. But for now it’s painful to look at after prison fence surrounded it.
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New design: Galo’s black and white dream
Over the years Atlético Mineiro have been playing in two stadiums. Now they’re settled on building a third one to call their own (and not share revenue with public authorities).
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Poland: Training center to save a stadium scheme. How?
Once it proved there’s no chance of building as big a stadium as was planned, the city found a way to still deliver quality infrastructure. But it all hangs on one decision…
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Berlin: Hertha to finally flee Olympiastadion?
It’s been returning like boomerang and here it is again: the issue of future stadium for Hertha. While majestic and iconic, Olympiastadion is too large and not atmospheric enough. A new idea is in sight.
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Vienna: Decorations arrive at Allianz Stadion three months before opening
For a few days now the giant sign RAPID dominates the southern façade, while green paneling begins to cover the concrete and steel structure. Allianz Stadion is almost ready before opening in June.
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Lyon: Four printed lions to decorate Parc OL
Two of them already arrived, two more are being prepared. Four large lion sculptures will decorate the outer concourse of Olympique Lyonnais new stadium.
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Morocco: Two dead after game turns into riot in Casablanca
Stade Mohamed V has seen some of the most beautiful spectator experiences in the world, but yesterday it witnessed a tragedy. Two people were killed and 54 injured after Raja – Chabab Rif game.
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Rotterdam: Feyenoord chose riverside stadium site
After consultation, both Feyenoord and the municipality of Rotterdam selected the northern riverside site as the preferred location for new 60,000+ stadium. What will happen to De Kuip? A whole lot!
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Indonesia: Roof installation in just 2 months?
The largest ongoing stadium project in Indonesia faces a new challenge as there is only two months to complete the most complicated part: assemble and raise the roof.
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Istanbul: Grand finale at Beşiktaş new home
Yesterday the last piece of PTFE membrane was mounted. Today first pieces of the field were laid. And in three weeks the first game is to be played in one of Turkey’s fiercest rivalries.
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Romania: Bucharest to have two 50,000+ stadiums!
We knew there were impressive plans, but didn’t expect them to be that big. Another stadium for 50,000 people will be built in Bucharest, this time at Steaua’s current ground.
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New stadiums: Three less known Polish venues
If you’ve heard of them, we’re impressed. Because even in Poland these three aren’t too well-known. Not that they don’t deserve praise, serving amateur football better than some professional grounds!
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New York: Cosmos waiting three years for their stadium
Had everything gone their way, we would be just weeks from opening of the Belmont stadium. But instead, groundbreaking is yet to happen. NY Cosmos assure they remain patient, though.
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Cambodia: The Chinese take over at national stadium site
Chinese contractors are taking over on the future national sports complex site. Within three years they will deliver Cambodia’s largest ever stadium.
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Washington DC: United design too rough, but approved
The DC Zoning Commission pushed DC United stadium plan forward, but not without concerns. Primarily over aesthetics as the design requires “a little more maturity”. Bizjournals.com report.
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Sweden: Police brutality is no foul play?
Football safety is usually associated with hooliganism. But what happens when the supporter does nothing criminal and yet gets beaten up? In Sweden – nothing. As if it was part of the matchday experience.
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New design: Would you believe it’s just a high school stadium?
We’d say it’s possible only in USA, but quite frankly even there projects like this are the specialty of Texans. Meet the $50 million stadium for three local high schools!
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Canada: Mosaic Stadium already almost 80% complete
General contractor invited members of the press to see progress on the Mosaic Stadium site. The stadium is already 77% complete and only one stand requires significant work.
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New design: Redskins stadium in more detail
Instead of dull sea of parking, this one’s surroundings will be turned into a giant leisure area. Instead of traditional three tiers of seating, it will have an almost merged bowl for the fans inside. And more!
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Germany: Tender for new Darmstadt stadium next month
It was scheduled for March, but is now delayed slightly. The tender for new 19,350-capacity stadium in Darmstadt should still allow completion in time for the 2018/19 Bundesliga season.
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Stadia Designers Cup: Choose the best proposal for Crystal Palace!
10 designers from 8 countries submitted their proposals for Crystal Palace FC’s new stadium. Now you can vote for the best one via mStadia.net. It’s first edition of Stadia Designers Cup, competition for stadium enthusiasts, hosted by Skyscrapercity.com users.
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USA: Gamechanging stadium with moat and beach?
You’ve already seen stadiums with cabanas, but has anyone ever thought of surfing around a stadium? This design could allow such dreams to come true. Meet the future of Washington Redskins.
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Liverpool: The Reds show industrial concourses
New main stand will offer two public concourses for all fans. Some claim these look rather cheap, but Liverpool made sure there’s a lot to look forward to!
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Poland: Cracovia fans celebrate with 1,906 flags and… more
As Poland’s oldest operating club, Cracovia pride themselves in the 110-year-long history. Which was clearly seen on Saturday, when 1,906 flags were raised in 19:06 minute of the crucial game against Legia.
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Dortmund: Tragedy overshadows victory, Westfalenstadion in silence
During today’s Bundesliga tie between Borussia and FSV Mainz the famous Dortmund stadium became quiet after news of one supporter’s death of heart attack.
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South Africa: Skyscraper to dwarf Moses Mabhida Stadium?
It may be among the tallest stadiums ever built, but the iconic building in Durban may soon be overshadowed by the tallest skyscraper in the southern hemisphere!
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Czech Republic: Brno to buy stadium design for Za Lužánkami
Official website of the Brno municipality confirmed the plan to buy complete documentation for what will be the country’s largest stadium.
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England: York Stadium delayed further, opening in 2018?
It was due to open this year, then in 2017, but may not be ready until mid-2018. Also, its final price will be significantly higher than expected. A BBC report.
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Montreal: Olympic tower to become a large office
After 30 years of standing empty and underused, the Olympic Stadium’s massive tower will become a major office building. Up to 1,000 people will work here on a daily basis, starting in 2018.
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England: Scunthorpe finally counting down to groundbreaking
After a series of delays the new 12,000-capacity stadium for Scunthorpe United should finally go ahead this spring. Today the North Lincolnshire Council greenlighted it today!
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Russia: Can skybox become a hotel room?
The capital of Tatarstan is on its way to prove skyboxes and hotel rooms can be the same room. Now instead of 25 matchdays, they can function all year round.
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Qatar 2022: Construction of the “Bedouin tent” launched
The northernmost stadium of Qatar’s World Cup will be built on a massive plinth to better imitate a Bedouin tent and… improve acoustics!
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New design: Europe’s largest temple reinvented!
Freshly selected winning design of Camp Nou will see the stadium grow to 105,000 by 2021. Chosen concept is already controversial for its simplicity. Take a look to get an opinion!
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Canada: Impressive football areas for Roughriders
Though these facilities might not stand the comparison with top US stadia, Canadian Mosaic Stadium will host some of the most impressive football facilities among modern stadiums.
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Belgium: One stand ready in Mechelen, another one to rise
Second phase of the AFAS Stadion redevelopment is beginning in Mechelen as construction moves to the west end. By the 2016/17 season the new end will be complete.
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New construction: Orlando City Stadium
When a team fills 60,000 seats for season opening, you have to ask: won’t a 25,500-capacity stadium be too small for them?
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Lisbon: Sporting with new crowd record, but unlucky
Yesterday’s grand derby of Lisbon brought a new record in attendance, already the 2nd this year. Unfortunately for the hosts, Sporting, it also ended with Benfica winning and becoming new league leaders.
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Italy: Bari stadium tearing apart
Though it was designed by one of the best architects, it’s no longer a reason for pride. Stadio San Nicola is increasingly concerning as its state is gradually deteriorating.
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Ukraine: Arena Lviv for the first time out of the red
In 2015 for the first time since opening the Lviv venue of Euro 2012 managed to generate a profit. The stadium repaid a piece of its debt and should also do well this year.
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New design: Opposition gaining ground in Stettin
What seemed to be a PR stunt at first, now is gaining momentum. Opposition against the municipal reconstruction plan for Stettin stadium has a new face: stadium identical to the one in Lodz.
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Stadium of the Year 2015: And the award goes to…
You voted, you selected the winners, now we’re sending them their well deserved awards! Estadio BBVA Bancomer and Matmut Atlantique join our Stadium of the Year hall of fame!
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Budapest: Legendary stadium to vanish by October
If you want to catch the last visit to Budapest’s famous Puskas Ferenc Stadion, it’s the last moment! In 8 months the stadium won’t exist anymore.
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Turkey: Passolig to stay, even if limited
In the second verdict regarding supporters’ application against the Passolig card system Ankara’s consumer court had a less positive decision for fans than they expected.
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Leipzig: RB confirm relocation plans
First they’d like to expand Red Bull Arena by additional 13,000 seats. But if that’s not possible, there are already two sites indicated for a new 57,000+ stadium within Leipzig.
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Paris: Another blow for national rugby stadium?
The French Tribunal of Auditors gave a negative opinion regarding the idea of second national stadium within Paris. It would damage Stade de France’s position, though initiators aren’t moved by that argument.
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Netherlands: PSV to finally install safe standing
Officially it’s the reward for the support in this year’s Champions League campaign. But really PSV Eindhoven only now listened to appeals by their fanbase to install safe standing.
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Turkey: Crocodile getting its skin
Green membrane is gradually covering the facade of Timsah Arena in Bursa. See how the “crocodile arena” grows its skin and large head.
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Bucharest: Impasse regarding safety still holding
It’s already been 4 months since Stadionul National was closed after failure to meet fire requirements. There is no sign of opening on the horizon and Romania may be forced to play abroad!
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Austria: Sturm Graz aims at Category IV
This summer first redevelopment works will go on in Graz. Sturm are hopeful of keeping up with league rivals who are upgrading their stadiums.
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