StadiumDBNews: 2023
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USA: AT&T Stadium to undergo an upgrade?
The Dallas Cowboys of the NFL are planning a significant revamp of their home venue in Arlington, Texas. Changes to AT&T Stadium are reported to be the most significant since it opened in 2009. All in order to make the arena more attractive and capable of hosting more big events.
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U-20 World Cup 2023: Indonesia stripped of rights to host the tournament
FIFA has officially announced that Indonesia will not host this year's Under-20 World Cup, arguing its decision is based on "current circumstances". A new host is to be announced as soon as possible and the date for the tournament currently remains unchanged.
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Spain: Full stands at Camp Nou with fans chanting Messi's name
A sign of the times? Sport or business? Whatever you call the event that brought together 92,000 spectators at Barcelona's stadium, it certainly can be called a success. The Kings League final to the benefit of everyone.
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England: All-star game for Ukraine?
We recently reported on an event that is a part of Ramadan, which Chelsea FC is organizing. As it turns out, this is not the only initiative of the club. There will also be an all-star match at Stamford Bridge, which will be played for Ukraine.
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PSV Eindhoven imposes a 40-year stadium ban on its fan
On February 23 this year, during the PSV Eindhoven vs Sevilla match, a fan invaded the pitch and attacked the goalkeeper Marko Dimitrovic. He was punished with three months in jail, a 40-year ban from PSV's stadium, and a two-year ban from the area around the venue.
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London: Tottenham's stadium has made record profits
Tottenham Hotspur's new stadium opened in April 2019, but it wasn't until the 2021/2022 season that it was possible to play all matches with the stands fully open. Of course, this translated into record profits for the club.
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Italy: We don't want pee on our walls - Milan stadium saga
Surprisingly good results of Italian clubs in European cups - a comeback to the highest level or an anomaly? However Milan and Inter's Champions League adventure ends, the aspirations of these two teams reach beyond the pitch. The stadium saga with them in the starring roles continues.
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Stadium of the Year 2022: OPAP Arena won!
AEK Athens' facility named Stadium of the Year 2022! OPAP Arena beat off strong competition to become one of the thirteen past winners of the Stadium of the Year contest. In addition to the AEK Athens arena, 35 other venues from six continents took part in the competition.
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Rwanda: Stadium named after Pelé - Infantino stars at the event
Rwanda held a grand inauguration of a stadium renovated and named after Pelé on March 15. The event was hosted by FIFA President Gianni Infantino and Rwandan President Paul Kagame. They took part in a commemorative football tournament.
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England: Premier League stadium to host Ramadan's biggest event?
Groundbreaking, controversial, tolerant? Whatever you call the idea of the Chelsea authorities, it would be a first of its kind for both the club and the league. What exactly will the meeting, which will take place at Stamford Bridge, involve?
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YouTube: World Cup 2030 Stadiums | Spain–Portugal-Morocco bid
The landscape in the football world is constantly changing. We have just learned that Ukraine withdrew from the joint candidacy with Iberian countries. Spain and Portugal are now joined by Morocco to bid to host the 2030 World Cup. We have a video for you covering stadiums that make up this proposal.
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England: Long-term benefits connected with West Ham stadium
The London Stadium, where local West Ham currently plays, will undergo changes that will cost just under £5 million. Despite the substantial funds allocated to implement the innovations, the operation is expected to pay for itself within a few years.
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Portugal: Threatening scenes at Estádio do Dragão during Champions League game
On March 14, 2023, FC Porto took on Inter Milan in the Champions League round of 16. Threatening scenes unfolded in front of the hosts' stadium. Around 1,000 Inter fans were denied entry to the venue. The crowd was stuck in a tight queue that many could not escape from.
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England: Everton more effective on the construction site than on the pitch
Work at Everton's new facility is now in its third year. The outline of the stadium, which will host other Premier League teams - if fans' hopes of staying up come true - is becoming clearer. What does progress look like for the blue part of Liverpool?
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Spain: Espai Barça funding on hold and even more troubles ahead
Investors have objected to the terms of financing the Espai Barça project. Unfortunately, these are not the club's only troubles. The 'Caso Negreira' financial scandal is looming on the horizon too. Things are getting hot in Barcelona, and it is not about the coming spring at all.
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Stadium of the Year 2022: When the winner will be known?
30 days during which you chose the best stadium built in 2022 has passed. What a time it was! Changing leaders, duplicating the number of voters relative to the previous year and surprising results. How many of you took part in the competition and which arena won?
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Poland: ArcelorMittal Park officially opened!
Zagłębie fans waited for this day for more than 3 years. On 25 February, the first match was played in the brand new stadium which is part of Zagłębie Sports Park complex. Their eternal rivals from across the Brynica River, GKS Katowice, came to Sosnowiec for the inauguration. A sold-out crowd attended the game.
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England: The Citizens show concept for Etihad Stadium expansion
Premier League regulars Manchester City have unveiled a proposal to expand the north stand of their home ground. The concept, which is at a very early stage, involves a significant increase of the capacity of the auditorium and creating a sizable fan zone. Now, fans and local residents are to have their say.
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Two days left to vote
Stadium enthusiasts, don't miss your chance to cast your vote for the best stadium of the year. The deadline for voting is fast approaching, with only two days left to make your voice heard. Whether you are a fan of a particular stadium or simply appreciate the architecture and design of some venues, now is the time to have your say.
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France: Stade de France in the spotlight - renovation and new owner?
Paris' Stade de France stadium will be unavailable in 2024 until the Olympic Games start due to planned renovations. Also, the venue may change its owner after the event. What can we expect in the following months?
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YouTube: Santiago Bernabéu | Construction Update (March 2023)
When the stadium of the best football team in the world is being built, we just have to make you feel like you were there. Are you looking forward to seeing the new Santiago Bernabeu? Let's see what is going on there right now!
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Discover Xiaoshan Sports Center Stadium
Our Stadium of the Year competition has officially begun and will run until March 15. As many as 36 venues are on the list of nominees this year. One of them is Xiaoshan Sports Center Stadium located in Hangzhou, China. Take a look at this candidacy and decide whether you want to vote for it in the contest for Stadium of the Year 2022!
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Discover International Football Center of Rizhao
Our Stadium of the Year competition has officially begun and will run until March 15. As many as 36 venues are on the list of nominees this year. One of them is International Football Center of Rizhao located in Rizhao, China. Take a look at this candidacy and decide whether you want to vote for it in the contest for Stadium of the Year 2022!
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Discover Yueyang Sports Center Stadium
Our Stadium of the Year competition has officially begun and will run until March 15. As many as 36 venues are on the list of nominees this year. One of them is Yueyang Sports Center Stadium located in Yueyang, China. Take a look at this candidacy and decide whether you want to vote for it in the contest for Stadium of the Year 2022!
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Discover Wuyi New District Sports Center Stadium
Our Stadium of the Year competition has officially begun and will run until March 15. As many as 36 venues are on the list of nominees this year. One of them is Wuyi New District Sports Center Stadium located in Nanping, China. Take a look at this candidacy and decide whether you want to vote for it in the contest for Stadium of the Year 2022!
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Discover Danzhou Sports Center Stadium
Our Stadium of the Year competition has officially begun and will run until March 15. As many as 36 venues are on the list of nominees this year. One of them is Danzhou Sports Center Stadium located in Danzhou, China. Take a look at this candidacy and decide whether you want to vote for it in the contest for Stadium of the Year 2022!
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YouTube: World Stadiums Under Construction (March 2023)
Every month we are witnesses of many changes which are visible at the construction sites around the stadiums' world. This time, also, we are ready to present you arenas which are being built. Are you curious about the progress at Bernabeu, MRV Arena and more?
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Discover Taizhou Sports Park Stadium
Our Stadium of the Year competition has officially begun and will run until 15 March. As many as 36 venues are on the list of nominated arenas this year. One of them is Taizhou Sports Park Stadium located in China. Take a look at this candidacy and decide whether you want to vote for it in the contest for Stadium of the Year 2022!
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Discover Qingyuan Sports Center Stadium
Our Stadium of the Year competition has officially begun and will run until 15 March. As many as 36 venues are on the list of nominated arenas this year. One of them is Qingyuan Sports Center Stadium located in China. Take a look at this candidacy and decide whether you want to vote for it in the contest for Stadium of the Year 2022!
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Discover Leshan Olympic Center Stadium
Our Stadium of the Year competition has officially begun and will run until 15 March. As many as 36 venues are on the list of nominated arenas this year. One of them is Leshan Olympic Center Stadium located in China. Take a look at this candidacy and decide whether you want to vote for it in the contest for Stadium of the Year 2022!
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Manchester: Old Trafford will be demolished?!
For the past two decades, the discussion whether and how to expand the popular "The Theatre of Dreams" has returned like a boomerang. The topic has become a soap opera, as none of the proposed options for expanding the facility have been decided upon.
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Discover Yulin Sports Center Stadium
Our Stadium of the Year competition has officially begun and will run until 15 March. As many as 36 venues are on the list of nominated arenas this year. One of them is Yulin Sports Center Stadium located in China. Take a look at this candidacy and decide whether you want to vote for it in the contest for Stadium of the Year 2022!
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Canada: Vancouver will have a new football stadium
Canada is working hard to improve its base of modern facilities. As it’s claimed in reports in the media, the construction of the first modern football arena in the suburbs of Vancouver will soon begin. According to actual plans, it is expected to be completed later this year!
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Discover Kuishan Sports Center Stadium
Our Stadium of the Year competition has officially begun and will run until 15 March. As many as 36 venues are on the list of nominated arenas this year. One of them is Kuishan Sports Center Stadium located in China. Take a look at this candidacy and decide whether you want to vote for it in the contest for Stadium of the Year 2022!
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USA: MLS champions LAFC agree $100 million stadium naming rights deal with BMO
LAFC swept to glory in 2022, with the recently retired Gareth Bale forming part of their squad as the biggest prize in American soccer made its way to the Banc of California Stadium. Penalty shootout glory was savoured in a thrilling final showdown against the Philadelphia Union, with Los Angeles’ finest prevailing. Said trophy will now be defended with the club’s home venue taking on a different name. It has been revealed that a record-setting agreement for naming rights has been struck with the Bank of Montreal (BMO).
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Discover Chengdu Fenghuangshan Football Stadium
Our Stadium of the Year competition has officially begun and will run until 15 March. As many as 36 venues are on the list of nominated arenas this year. One of them is Chengdu Fenghuangshan Football Stadium located in China. Take a look at this candidacy and decide whether you want to vote for it in the contest for Stadium of the Year 2022!
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Wales: Wrexham has found a contractor for stadium redevelopment
A few months after announcing the construction of a new grandstand for "The Kop", Wrexham AFC has selected a company to carry out the project. The redeveloped sectors will gain modern facilities and meet UEFA category 4 requirements.
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Discover Lanzhou Stadium
Our Stadium of the Year competition has officially begun and will run until 15 March. As many as 36 venues are on the list of nominated arenas this year. One of them is Lanzhou Stadium located in China. Take a look at this candidacy and decide whether you want to vote for it in the contest for Stadium of the Year 2022!
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Discover Workers’ Stadium
Our Stadium of the Year competition has officially begun and will run until 15 March. As many as 36 venues are on the list of nominated arenas this year. One of them is Workers; Stadium located in Beijing, China. Take a look at this candidacy and decide whether you want to vote for it in the contest for Stadium of the Year 2022!
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Discover Suez Canal Authority Stadium
Our Stadium of the Year competition has officially begun and will run until March 15. As many as 36 venues are on the list of nominees this year. One of them is Suez Canal Authority Stadium located in Ismailia, Egypt. Take a look at this candidacy and decide whether you want to vote for it in the contest for Stadium of the Year 2022!
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Spain: Barcelona to raise €1.5 billion through bonds
FC Barcelona has ambitious plans for Spotify Camp Nou and other elements of the club's infrastructure forming a project called Espai Barça. The upcoming renovation means gigantic expenses, but Blaugrana's governing body seems to be prepared for them.
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Discover Stade Abdelkrim Kerroum
Our Stadium of the Year competition has officially begun and will run until March 15. As many as 36 venues are on the list of nominees this year. One of them is Stade Abdelkrim Kerroum located in Sig, Algeria. Take a look at this candidacy and decide whether you want to vote for it in the contest for Stadium of the Year 2022!
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Discover Al-Zawraa Stadium
Our Stadium of the Year competition has officially begun and will run until March 15. As many as 36 venues are on the list of nominees this year. One of them is Al-Zawraa Stadium located in Baghdad, Iraq. Take a look at this candidacy and decide whether you want to vote for it in the contest for Stadium of the Year 2022!
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Discover Al-Minaa Olympic Stadium
Our Stadium of the Year competition has officially begun and will run until March 15. As many as 36 venues are on the list of nominees this year. One of them is Al-Minaa Olympic Stadium located in Basrah, Iraq. Take a look at this candidacy and decide whether you want to vote for it in the contest for Stadium of the Year 2022!
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Argentina: Mâs Monumental is officially the biggest stadium in South America
River Plate has returned to its arena after redevelopment. The capacity of the stadium has increased to over 83,000, with the venue eventually set to hold 84,567 spectators. This makes Mâs Monumental the largest stadium in South America.
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YouTube: Future stadiums in England
Stadiums that are already in built, those which are planned or projected. All that is covered in our new video about future stadiums in England. We will show you the latest photos and renderings of all arenas as well.
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Discover Dariaus ir Girėno stadionas
Our Stadium of the Year competition has officially begun and will run until March 15. As many as 36 venues are on the list of nominees this year. One of them is Dariaus ir Girėno stadionas located in Kaunas, Lithuania. Take a look at this candidacy and decide whether you want to vote for it in the contest for Stadium of the Year 2022!
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Spain: Nikken Sekkei will take care of Spotify Camp Nou's design
Japanese company Nikken Sekkei will continue to collaborate with FC Barcelona. The aim of the partnership is to keep the design of the stadium as planned during the upcoming redevelopment. It is expected to go into full swing after the end of the current LaLiga season.
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Discover Stade du Sénégal
Our Stadium of the Year competition has officially begun and will run until March 15. As many as 36 venues are on the list of nominees this year. One of them is Stade du Sénégal located in Diamniadio, Senegal. Take a look at this candidacy and decide whether you want to vote for it in the contest for Stadium of the Year 2022!
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Europe: European Super League back to life?
The controversial idea of a European Super League has once again resurfaced, sparking intense debates among fans and experts. Despite the collapse of the proposed league in April 2021, recent reports suggest that some of the wealthiest and most powerful clubs in Europe are exploring the possibility of reviving the plan.
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Champions League: UEFA apologizes and takes responsibility for the final in Paris
UEFA admits that it bears “primary responsibility” for organizational errors made during the 2021/2022 Champions League final, which resulted in a half-hour delay to the match. This is the statement made in a report published by the football union.
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Discover Stadionul Municipal Sibiu
Our Stadium of the Year competition has officially begun and will run until March 15. As many as 36 venues are on the list of nominees this year. One of them is Stadionul Municipal Sibiu located in Sibiu, Romania. Take a look at this candidacy and decide whether you want to vote for it in the contest for Stadium of the Year 2022!
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USA: Changes at one of the first MLS stadiums?
Toyota Stadium in Dallas has been in existence since 2005, and the architectural solutions have improved significantly since then. It is increasingly rumored that one of Major League Soccer's oldest venues will undergo renovations.
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Discover Stadionul Rapid-Giulești
Our Stadium of the Year competition has officially begun and will run until March 15. As many as 36 venues are on the list of nominees this year. One of them is Stadionul Rapid-Giulești located in Bucharest, Romania. Take a look at this candidacy and decide whether you want to vote for it in the contest for Stadium of the Year 2022!
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Discover Alphamega Stadium
Our Stadium of the Year competition has officially begun and will run until 15 March. As many as 36 venues are on the list of nominated arenas this year. One of them is Alphamega Stadium, located in Limassol, Cyprus. Take a look at this candidacy and decide whether you want to vote for it in the contest for Stadium of the Year 2022!
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USA: Will Beaver Stadium undergo a renovation?
A major U.S. stadium may be facing some changes in the form of a multi-phase renovation, but the project also has the potential to expand use beyond match days. The plan to renovate the 63-year-old Beaver Stadium is still in the works.
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Discover Stade de Yamoussoukro
Our Stadium of the Year competition has officially begun and will run until 15 March. As many as 36 venues are on the list of nominated arenas this year. One of them is Stade de Yamoussoukro located in Yamoussoukro, Ivory Coast. Take a look at this candidacy and decide whether you want to vote for it in the contest for Stadium of the Year 2022!
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Turkey: Touching tifo during Trabzonspor match
Tifo at the Conference League knockout round play-offs match where Trabzonspor took on FC Basel referred to the earthquake in Turkey. The hosts expressed their gratitude to all those involved in the relief effort and honored the victims.
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Discover Erzincan 13 Şubat Şehir Stadyumu
Our Stadium of the Year competition has officially begun and will run until March 15. As many as 36 venues are on the list of nominees this year. One of them is Erzincan 13 Şubat Şehir Stadyumu located in Erzincan, Turkey. Take a look at this candidacy and decide whether you want to vote for it in the contest for Stadium of the Year 2022!
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Discover Estadio Villa Alegre
Our Stadium of the Year competition has officially begun and will run until March 15. As many as 36 venues are on the list of nominees this year. One of them is Estadio Villa Alegre, located in Encarnación, Paraguay. Take a look at this candidacy and decide whether you want to vote for it in the contest for Stadium of the Year 2022!
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Discover Arena Romeirão
Our Stadium of the Year competition has officially begun and will run until 15 March. As many as 36 venues are on the list of nominated arenas this year. One of them is Arena Romeirão located in Juazeiro do Norte, Brazil. Take a look at this candidacy and decide whether you want to vote for it in the contest for Stadium of the Year 2022!
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Discover Lusail Stadium
Our Stadium of the Year competition has officially begun and will run until March 15. As many as 36 venues are on the list of nominees this year. One of them is Lusail Stadium located in Lusail City, Qatar. Take a look at this candidacy and decide whether you want to vote for it in the contest for Stadium of the Year 2022!
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Argentina: Newell's announces revamp plan for Estadio Marcelo Bielsa
CA Newell's Old Boys football club playing in Argentina's Primera División league has published plans for the expansion of their venue, Estadio Marcelo Bielsa.
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Discover CITYPARK
Our Stadium of the Year competition has officially begun and will run until 15 March. As many as 36 venues are on the list of nominees this year. One of them is CITYPARK located in St. Louis, Missouri. Take a look at this candidacy and decide whether you want to vote for it in the contest for Stadium of the Year 2022!
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Discover GEODIS Park
Our Stadium of the Year competition has officially begun and will run until March 15. As many as 36 venues are on the list of nominees this year. One of them is GEODIS Park located in Nashville, Tennessee. Take a look at this candidacy and decide whether you want to vote for it in the contest for Stadium of the Year 2022!
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Discover Snapdragon Stadium
Our Stadium of the Year competition has officially begun and will run until March 15. As many as 36 venues are on the list of nominees this year. One of them is Snapdragon Stadium located in San Diego, California. Take a look at this candidacy and decide whether you want to vote for it in the contest for Stadium of the Year 2022!
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YouTube: World Cup Stadiums 2030 | Morocco bid
Before you is the next part of the series in which we present the candidates for hosting the 2030 World Cup. After proposals from South American and European countries, this time we head to Africa, where stadiums in Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia await.
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Discover Allianz Stadium
Our Stadium of the Year competition has officially begun and will run until 15 March. As many as 36 venues are on the list of nominees this year. One of them is Allianz Stadium located in Sydney, Australia. Take a look at this candidacy and decide whether you want to vote for it in the contest for Stadium of the Year 2022!
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Discover OPAP Arena
Our Stadium of the Year competition has officially begun and will run until 15 March. As many as 36 venues are on the list of nominated arenas this year. One of them is OPAP Arena located in Athens, Greece. Take a look at this candidacy and decide whether you want to vote for it in the contest for Stadium of the Year 2022!
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Germany: Lohrheidestadion to be redeveloped
The stadium located in Bochum is set to be completely revamped, allowing it to host international sporting events in the future. The Bochum City Council has decided to start work on the redevelopment of the facility in spring 2023.
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Barcelona: Blaugrana publishes a biodiversity guide to Camp Nou
FC Barcelona has created and published a guide detailing the biodiversity within the club's facilities. The initiative has been undertaken by the Sustainability Department. The guide can be downloaded for free from the club's website.
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Discover Banten International Stadium
Our Stadium of the Year competition has officially begun and will run until 15 March. As many as 36 venues are on the list of nominated arenas this year. One of them is Banten International Stadium located in Banten, Indonesia. Take a look at this candidacy and decide whether you want to vote for it in the contest for Stadium of the Year 2022!
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England: Talks begin on new Oxford United stadium
Oxfordshire County Council has authorised its officials to enter into negotiations with the League One football club's over the general legal and commercial terms associated with Oxford United proposal to lease a site for a new stadium. The land in question is known as "the triangle", and is located north from the city boundaries.
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NFL International Series: Germany will host two games of the 2023 season
The best American football league in the world has just announced that it will not return to Mexico City's Estadio Azteca next season. Germany will benefit from this, as it will host as many as two NFL games this year. The agreement in place until 2025 was that the country was to host one game per season, alternating between Munich and Frankfurt.
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Discover Jakarta International Stadium
Our Stadium of the Year competition has officially begun and will run until 15 March. As many as 36 venues are on the list of nominated arenas this year. One of them is Jakarta International Stadium located in Jakarta, Indonesia. Take a look at this candidacy and decide whether you want to vote for it in the contest for Stadium of the Year 2022!
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USA: Kansas City Current has shown new renders of the stadium
Not so long ago, we informed you that the first stadium exclusively for women's football was being built in the United States. KC Current has now decided to show a little more than it has so far, releasing new visuals of the facility under construction.
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Discover Stadion Floriana Krygiera
Our Stadium of the Year competition has officially begun and will run until 15 March. As many as 36 venues are on the list of nominated arenas this year. One of them is Stadion Floriana Krygiera located in Szczecin, Poland. Take a look at this candidacy and decide whether you want to vote for it in the contest for Stadium of the Year 2022!
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Greece: UEFA Super Cup moved to Greece
Russia's Kazan will not host the 2023 European Super Cup. By the decision of the UEFA Executive Committee, the match will be played at the Georgios Karaiskakis Stadium in Piraeus - the arena used on a daily basis by the Olympiakos SFP club and the Greek national football team.
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Discover Stadion Władysława Króla
Our Stadium of the Year competition has officially begun and will run until 15 March. As many as 36 venues are on the list of nominated arenas this year. One of them is Stadion Władysława Króla located in Łódź, Poland. Take a look at this candidacy and decide whether you want to vote for it in the contest for Stadium of the Year 2022!
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Time to vote!
It's past midnight, and already February 15, so as announced, our voting competition has started and it's up to you to decide. As many as 36 football arenas from six continents will be competing for this year's Stadium of the Year statuette. The choice is therefore very wide and what can we say... we look forward to your votes!
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USA: Lumen Field to introduce tunnel club experience
Seattle Seahawks of the NFL have shown renderings of the planned club tunnel experience that will open at their venue next season. The pre-game experience will offer fans views of players as they walk onto the field. The venue will be located next to the home team's locker room and will offer all-inclusive premium catering and refreshments.
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Hungary: Budapest a proper host for the Olympic Games?
The parliamentary secretary of state in the Prime Minister's Office, said in an interview with Inside the Games that Budapest is now even more suitable to host the Games than before, and could even host the event in 2036.
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Asian Cup 2027: Saudi Arabia to host the tournament
Saudi Arabia has further reinforced its position in the world's football market after the country was confirmed as the host of the Asian Cup, which will be held in 2027. The decision made by Asian Football Confederation came after India withdrew its bid to host the competition in December 2022.
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YouTube: World Cup 2030 bid | Spain, Portugal and Ukraine
We bring you the next part of our series in which we lean into the countries aspiring to host the 2030 World Cup. After having presented the bid of the South American countries, this time we are exploring the European option, which is jointly made up of Spain and Portugal together with Ukraine.
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World Cup 2030: Argentina, Chile, Paraguay and Uruguay candidacy confirmed
It is now official. Four South American countries have confirmed that they will jointly bid for the right to host the 2030 World Cup. With this, Argentina, Chile, Paraguay and Uruguay are calling for the tournament to return "to where football was born" - 100 years after the first World Cup was held in Montevideo.
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Is your stadium on the nomination list?
There's less than a week left until the start of the 2022 Stadium of the Year competition! Voting will begin on the night of February 14-15, and we have the official list of nominated stadiums for you. We can't wait to find out which arena will get the most attention.
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USA: How are things going at Gillette Stadium this winter?
FIFA World Cup 2022 ended just a few weeks ago, but everyone's thoughts are already on the next tournament in 2026. The organizers of this competition are not idle and are preparing facilities. Among them is the currently renovated arena in Foxborough.
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Thailand: Budget cut force to rent stadiums
Thailand Sports Authority has explained the necessity of renting out sports stadiums, as the need arose due to the obligation to place funds in other sectors. SAT has to find new sources of revenue.
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Copa America 2024: USA to host the tournament
CONMEBOL and CONCACAF have signed an agreement for the cooperation of international and club competitions. Under the contract, it was also agreed that the next edition of the Copa America would be organized by the United States. It will be the second such event organized by this country.
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YouTube: World Cup 2030 bid | Uruguay–Argentina–Chile–Paraguay
We recently announced the new World Cup Winners, and there are more tournaments, excitement and stadiums awaiting us on these occasions. So let's look ahead a few years to the 2030 World Cup. One of the bids has been submitted by the South American federations: Uruguay, Argentina, Paraguay and Chile. Which stadiums are involved?
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Super Bowl LVII: The biggest game of the NFL season is coming up!
All is now clear. We know that the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles will face each other in the Super Bowl crowning the 2022 season of the best football league in the world. The game will take place at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, and will kick off on Sunday, 12 February. As always, the organisers have prepared a pocketful of entertainment.
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England: Oxford United discus new stadium site
Oxford United has been given approval to start negotiations over the lease of land for the building of a new football stadium. Oxfordshire County Council has agreed to begin talks with Oxford United on ‘The Triangle’.
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All-Ireland Senior Club Final: Croke Park pitch state left much to be desired
On Sunday January 22, Dublin hosted the final games of the All-Ireland Senior Club Championship in football and hurling. Both Malachy O’Rourke, the manager of the football runners-up Glen, and Pat Hoban, boss of the hurling victors Ballyhale Shamrocks, have made no secret of their dissatisfaction with the state of the turf at Croke Park.
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YouTube: MLS Stadiums
MLS is known for the famous players, who decide to move after a career in Europe, like Beckham or Ibrahimovic. However, the stadiums that grace each league match should not be overlooked. They are certainly a bit different from the European ones, but nevertheless many of them are worth special attention.
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Stadium of the Year 2022: As many as 36 nominations included!
There are less than three weeks left until the start of the Stadium of the Year contest, which takes place annually and selects the best stadium built in the previous year! There are dozens and dozens venues that will take part in the voting.
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Euro 2028: Tottenham could bury the British Isles' candidacy?
Bookmakers are sure that England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Ireland will be announced as hosts of UEFA Euro 2028 in April 2023. However, it turns out that there might be an unexpected twist. Tottenham Hotspur turns out to be the guilty party in all of this.
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2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup: Rapid ticket sales for Australian-New Zealand tournament
FIFA has informed that ticket sales for the upcoming Women's World Cup are going very well. Tickets for matches have been purchased by fans from more than 120 countries, and there is still more than six months to go before the competition begins.
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Liverpool: Anfield Road and the surrounding area are taking shape
Work on Liverpool's stadium has been underway since mid-2021 and progress has been pleasing fans so far. However, there is a long way to go before the expansion is complete. Work is also set to extend to the stadium's surroundings.
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England: Wolverhampton Wanderers kick off virtual games at Molineux
Fans of Wolves - the Premier League side - can now visit the club’s home arena, without actually leaving the comfort of their home. All thanks to developments in technology and a VR kit.
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USA: Phoenix Rising FC to build a new stadium… again!
Only 1.5 years after the inauguration of the facility in Chandler, a suburb of Phoenix, the club, which plays in the USL Championship, is planning another move. The new stadium is expected to hold a comparable number of spectators, but to be located much closer to the center of the metropolis.
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Japan: Nagasaki Stadium City has a titular sponsor
Construction of the Nagasaki arena started just over six months ago and is gradually moving forward. Although the investment is at an early stage, there is some success to speak of. It is already known that there will be a sponsor stated in the name of the facility.
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Netherlands: Go Ahead Eagles stadium expansion has funding
Go Ahead Eagles have been balancing between the Eredivisie and the Eerste Divisie for several seasons. However, the club has a group of numerous supporters, who despite the lack of major success, care about the attendance at the home stadium. Hence the need for the facility to be enlarged.
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USA: State Farm Stadium with a new display
Home of the NFL’s Arizona Cardinals will hold this year's Super Bowl. Before the start of the 2022 season the arena was equipped with a new display. The gigantic LED screen was provided by a renowned company, Daktronics. This feature will surely enhance fans’ experience during the most important game of the season.
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Paris: PSG close to leaving Parc de Princes?!
Talks between Paris Saint-Germain executives and the Paris authorities have failed. The mayor of the French capital has rejected the possibility of selling the stadium at any price. This decision means that the club will almost certainly leave the current venue in the coming years.
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YouTube: 36 New Stadiums Opened in 2022
Voting for Stadium of the Year 2022 is fast approaching. In order to help you with your choice, our editors have prepared material in which we present 36 football arenas that were inaugurated last year.
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Iraq: Gulf Cup final overshadowed by tragedy
A tragic incident occurred ahead of the Gulf Cup final match between the host and Omani national teams scheduled for Thursday January 19 at 19:00 local time. Crowds of fans gathered outside Basra International Stadium in a huge crush began to trample each other. There are fatalities and many injured.
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Less than one month until the contest begins!
This year's Stadium of the Year voting, which this time will include at least 36 stadiums, begins on the 15th of February. There is, therefore, still some time to get to know our nominees and to submit your own.
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England: Fans asked to vote on buying the stadium
This concerns the Swindow Town and the stadium where the team plays on a daily basis. A football supporters' trust hoping to buy its club's stadium is asking its members for permission to go ahead
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Algeria: Nelson Mandela Stadium (finally) inaugurated!
It has been several years since the groundbreaking of the new football arena in Baraki on the outskirts of Algiers. Fortunately, football supporters in Algeria lived to see the opening of this unlucky stadium. It officially took place on January 7.
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2023 FIFA Women's World Cup: U.S. National Team to tour New Zealand
The winners of the previous two World Cups are currently at a training camp in the co-organising country of this year's tournament. During their time in New Zealand, the US women's team will face the Football Ferns twice in the stadiums where the world's best female players will compete in July and August.
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England: Stadium artwork in London
A collection of artworks, created over the last few months, will be placed on the exterior of Arsenal's stadium. There will be plenty of references to the club's history and elements that relate to 'The Gunners' community.
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England: Birmingham City demolish St Andrew's stands
Will “Blues” play at a new venue soon? Nothing could be further from the truth. The lower sections of the two stands at St Andrew's Trillion Trophy Stadium have disappeared. All to be repaired and thus restored to full functionality.
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London: Wembley's record-breaking year
The post-pandemic reality is proving to be a golden period for many venues. Wembley is no different. The operator of the legendary giant has boasted that a record number of people have visited the stadium in 2022.
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England: Coventry City to stay at CBS Arena
Coventry City have had to play at a number of different venues in recent years. When the club finally announced that they will return to CBS Arena, the deal had to be cancelled. With the new ownership, the team has reached an agreement to stay there until the end of the current season.
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USA: NBA game attendance record broken!
Last night's game in San Antonio was a special one. The local Spurs to celebrate their 50th anniversary returned to the stadium that once served them. We are talking about Alamodome, where the team from Texas to commemorate the occasion faced the current NBA champions, the Golden State Warriors.
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YouTube: Future Stadiums in Poland
Every week we talk about great clubs, massive stadiums and projects that electrify fans of the beautiful game. So, it's high time to look deeper - at venues that are less well-known but loved by local fans. Such is the case in Poland, where several interesting projects are currently underway.
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Sweden: Handball World Championship also in the stadium
The 2023 World Championships kicked off on 11 January. In addition to the inaugural arena in Katowice, the tournament is taking place in three more arenas in Poland and four in Sweden. However, the Scandinavians have additionally chosen the stadium where, among other matches, the final of the event will be played.
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USA: Plans in Jacksonville getting closer to becoming a reality
The Florida stadium, which will soon be 30 years old, will undergo a renovation. The Jacksonville Jaguars has selected a design firm as a consultant to carry out the project.
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Barcelona: Blaugrana will return to Camp Nou as early as next year?
FC Barcelona's board of directors has confirmed that Limak Construction will be responsible for the construction and renovation of the Spotify Camp Nou. The planned start date for the major part of the renovation is June 2023.
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Italy: Spezia's stadium upgrade is moving forward
Spezia Calcio, currently in the 17th place in the Serie A table, has been expanding and upgrading their facility since September 2021. The progress of the work can be seen with the naked eye and should finish according to the approved schedule.
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Barcelona: Start of adaptation works on Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys
FC Barcelona have started to adapt the olympic stadium in the Catalan capital to their needs. "Blaugrana" will play at the venue in the 2023-24 season, all because that is when the work to modernise Camp Nou is scheduled to peak.
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USA: Tennessee Stadium get backing from City Officials
On the 17th of October, 2022, Nashville Mayor John Cooper finally revealed details regarding the development of the Tennessee Titans Stadium. Fans of the franchise should be thrilled as the idea is about to become a reality.
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Spain: Villareal are back at Estadio de la Cerámica!
The Yellow Submarine's managers have succeeded in achieving their goal of bringing the team back to their home venue before the end of 2022. The first match in the renovated arena was played on New Year's Eve, with the home team's rival being Valencia. However, the modernisation work on the arena was not completely finished.
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YouTube: Stadium of the Year: Previous Winners
The next edition of the Stadium of the Year competition is approaching! We would like to take this opportunity to introduce you to all twelve previous winners. Let's take a look back to 2010, when we awarded the Stadium of the Year title for the first time.
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Stadium of the Year 2022: Time for your nominations!
We have said goodbye to the old year and are looking forward with high hopes to what 2023 will bring. For our editorial team, it is time to summarise what happened on the world's stadium map in 2022. Any moment now, the next edition of our Stadium of the Year vote will be launched. We invite you to take an active part in our competition and suggest your candidates.
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World Cup 2026: Biggest soccer tournament in New Jersey!
The competition, which despite being a few years away is already stimulating fans' imagination, will take place in 3 countries. As many as 48 national teams will take part, and one of the host cities, among others, has been chosen as East Rutherford in New Jersey.
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England: Stamford Bridge to be completely revamped?
There has been a long-standing debate among Chelsea FC officials about the future of their home venue. Stamford Bridge has changed little over the past decades, with talk of moving to another location under previous owners. The club’s news boss, Todd Boehly, has reportedly promised that Chelsea will stay in Fulham.
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Italy: AC Milan has a plan B prepared
The public consultation for the upcoming construction of a new facility, which would be used by AC Milan and Inter, has ended. Their outcome is still unknown. "Rossoneri" have, however, decided to prepare a fallback option in case they fail.
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Brazil: Pele's stadiums around the world? Infantino's unusual idea
The funeral of Pele, the Brazilian football magician, took place this week. He passed away at 82, and the news of his death went around the world. Hundreds of thousands of people attended the former footballer's farewell ceremony, including the controversial FIFA president, Gianni Infantino.
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Brazil: Pele's mausoleum akin to the stadium where he was farewelled
The Santos stadium was the venue for the funeral of one of the greatest and most influential footballers in history. The Brazilian's coffin was moved to the middle of the pitch where he played for most of his career.
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AFCON 2025: The race to host the tournament is picking up steam
After Guinea was stripped of its rights to host the AFCON in 2025, the African Football Confederation (CAF) had to restart procedures to select a host. As many as seven countries declared official interest in hosting the event. On December 16, the nations submitted their final bid.
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World Cup 2026: Toronto's new stadium will be an addition to the training base
Toronto will be one of two Canadian cities to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup. It has been recently announced that an intimate venue will be built in the city, along with a modern training facility, in addition to the upgrade of BMO Field.
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Youtube: World Stadiums Under Construction
All teams in the world's top leagues are returning to their stadiums. At the same time, work on facilities that are under construction is moving forward. So take a peek with us at the major stadium construction sites in England, Spain and beyond.
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