StadiumDBNews: September 2023
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Italy: "Tardini 2.0" - a look at Parma's new stadium
Parma Calcio has unveiled plans for the renovation of their stadium, signalling a fresh chapter for the club. What are the financial implications of this renovation? What new features can fans expect? And how will this initiative benefit the club and its supporters?
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Poland: Another bid to organize the 2036 Olympic Games
Poland has officially expressed its desire to host the 2036 Summer Olympics. President Andrzej Duda and sports ministers have stressed Poland's readiness to host the prestigious event.
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UK: Tottenham's quest for stadium naming rights continues
As Tottenham Hotspur's monumental stadium remains unnamed, fans and stakeholders alike grow increasingly curious. With other global stadiums securing lucrative naming rights deals, the question remains: When will Spurs finalize their naming partner?
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USA: SoFi Stadium's World Cup status in doubt
SoFi Stadium's position as one of the arenas for the 2026 World Cup is uncertain following reports that the Los Angeles venue's owner, Kroenke Sports & Entertainment, is concerned about the terms of their agreement with FIFA.
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Serbia: Belgrade's Marakana Stadium set for a $205.5 million revamp
The Serbian government proposes a monumental $205.5 million refurbishment for Belgrade's iconic Rajko Mitić Stadium, aiming to elevate its stature in European football and continue its legacy of hosting historic football moments.
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England: Chelsea to invest millions in stadium plans
The Blues are constantly trying to improve their infrastructural situation. One of the richest clubs in the world has to play in a facility whose capacity is clearly not up to the expectations of both officials and supporters of the Londoners. New reports have just emerged that herald a breakthrough in the upgrading of Stamford Bridge.
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World Cup 2030: Stadium for the final unveiled by Uruguay
The battle for the right to host the 2030 FIFA World Cup is gathering pace. Uruguay has a huge appetite for the opportunity to host the tournament. The country's government has just unveiled the plans for modernisation of the first venue in its bid.
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England: Does Scunthorpe United have a future at Glanford Stadium?
The Iron have been relegated for two consecutive seasons and now they compete at England’s sixth division, but that’s not the only problem the club has. The owner of Glanford Park, their home facility, is demanding a substantial sum from the United authorities for using the stadium, or the club's eviction from the venue. The conflict ended up in court.
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UEFA: Record attendances in European club football
The latest UEFA report has revealed that the past club competitions in Europe were record-breaking in terms of attendances. The union, which unites football associations on the Old Continent, said that the number of fans in the stands in the 2022-23 season marks the rebirth of football after the pandemic.
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China: New stadium impresses with design and universality
In early 2019, Xiamen authorities included the construction of a new stadium in the city's expansion plans. The idea has been brought to fruition, and the surroundings of the multi-million city have also been adjusted to the new arena.
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Germany: Statue of Gerd Müller erected in front of Allianz Arena
Bayern Munich have officially unveiled a statue of the club legend which stands outside their home ground. The sculpture by artist Karel Fron honours one of the most successful footballers in German football history.
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Spain: Metro station inspired by Real Madrid and Bernabéu
Santiago Bernabéu metro station is to undergo a major renovation, reflecting the grandeur of Real Madrid and the newly refurbished stadium. Tens of millions of € more will need to be spent to make this project a reality.
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New Zealand: A great football feast on the island
A hobbit village, the world's clearest lake, erupting geysers, geothermal springs and unique caves are just some of New Zealand's attractions that have attracted tourists from all over the world to the islands. Fans have also been drawn to this beautiful destination by the world's best female footballers, and New Zealand has prepared its three stadiums for the World Cup.
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Youtube: Future of French Stadiums - 11 Concepts for 2023
Time for the next instalment of our series featuring projects of stadiums that are currently under construction or will soon begin to rise. After the videos about English, Spanish and Italian arenas, this time we will focus to France. Join us to admire wonderful French venues of the future.
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England: Nottingham Forest - Stay or go?
In 2023, Nottingham Forest celebrate 125 years of playing football at the City Ground. That is some achievement, but will they still be there a century from now or will a new home have been found?
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Stadium Acoustics: The Unseen Hero of the Sports World
Sporting events are vibrant celebrations of human spirit, athletic prowess, and raw emotion. Often, the ecstatic roars of a crowd can form the beating heart of these events, with a stadium's soul resonating within its architecture. Unbeknownst to many, these emotive soundscapes are significantly influenced by a largely unappreciated art form: stadium acoustics.
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Spain: Zaragoza's new stadium project faces challenges
In light of recent developments, Zaragoza's city council is exploring new avenues to ensure the realization of the new Romareda stadium. While the path to the New Romareda has encountered obstacles, the city's leadership remains optimistic.
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England: Uncertainty surrounding Birmingham City stadium after Buckingham Group collapse
The future of refurbishment work at Birmingham's St Andrew's Stadium is uncertain as Buckingham Group Contracting, the company responsible for the project, has officially entered administration.
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Poland: UEFA Super Cup 2024 in Warsaw
Another great football event in Poland! This time the winner of the Champions League and the winner of the Europa League will come to Warsaw to win this prestigious trophy. Which great teams will come to the Polish capital? Check out the stadium where the match will take place.
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England: Anfield tour shines with Tripadvisor's Travelers' Choice Award
Liverpool FC's iconic Anfield stadium tour has once again been spotlighted, securing a place in Tripadvisor's 2023 Travelers' Choice top 10% of global attractions. LFC stadium tour provides two engaging options for visitors.
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Canada: Saskatoon's soccer stadium dreams paused amid rising costs
The much-anticipated construction of Saskatoon's Canadian Premier League (CPL) soccer stadium has been temporarily halted, casting uncertainty over the city's aspirations to host soccer events. The new stadium was intended to replace the Marquis Downs thoroughbred racetrack at Prairieland Park.
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England: Cambridge United stadium plans and important decisions ahead for the club
The owner of a League One football club says its stadium redevelopment is at a "crossroads" ahead of talks with fans. Paul Barry, Majority Owner, sets out his offer to the Supporters Club to fund and build a new facility located on the Thrifty Van Rental site on Newmarket Road.
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Spain: The dawn of the great Camp Nou 66 years ago
September 24, 1957, sunny Barcelona. For the first time in history the world saw Camp Nou filled with fans. These spectators were watching a game that included the FC Barcelona team and... a Warsaw XI.
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Italy: AC Milan have chosen the designer of their new stadium
Italian Serie A football club AC Milan has selected renowned firm Manica Architecture as the architect for their new stadium in San Donato. The studio will work with CAA Icon and its founder Tim Romani, who took over as project manager in April.
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World Cup 2026: Where will the final of the tournament in US, Canada and Mexico be held?
There is still a long way to go until the first whistle of the World Cup in North America. However, three years before the start of the tournament, one of the most exciting battles is about to be decided, and it has nothing to do with the fight on the pitch. Three American cities are leading the competition to host the final match of the World Cup. Which of them will get the honour?
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YouTube: ROSHN Saudi League Stadiums 2023/24
One of the most talked-about stories of the year is Saudi Arabia's entry into the football industry. Although many high-profile footballers go there and earn more than in Europe, the stadiums of their clubs are mostly not as advanced as the arenas of their former teams.
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Spain: Camp Nou's unique elements are disappearing - stadium will soon start to grow
Demolition of Europe's legendary largest stadium is progressing.Work is progressing smoothly and the outline of the new facility will soon be visible. For now, however, fans are watching rather grudgingly as recognisable elements of their stadium disappear. How has Camp Nou changed?
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France: September 8 – inauguration of the 2023 Rugby World Cup
The second biggest stadium sporting event in the world, alongside the FIFA World Cup, will be inaugurated this Friday. Who are the favourites to win the Rugby World Cup? More importantly – which venues will host matches of the event?
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USA: Modernisation of massive stadium that could host World Cup final
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be North America's biggest football event in 32 years. The tournament's hosts are working up a sweat to upgrade the sporting infrastructure specifically for it.
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England: King Power Stadium welcomes England Lionesses
The renowned King Power Stadium is set to host the England Women’s UEFA Women’s Nations League fixture against Belgium. This anticipated match is scheduled for Friday, 27 October, with ticket sales launching soon.
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England: Luton Town finally played at home in the Premier League
The case of Luton Town is one of the most exciting stadium stories in England. After all, there is no lack of big, modern venues, but it is the small, sometimes crumbling stadiums that convey a truly English atmosphere. That is certainly the case with Kenilworth Road Stadium, whose inaugural Premier League fixture took place just last weekend.
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England: Liverpool to lose millions due to delays at Anfield Road End
The slippage picked up by the redevelopment of the stand at Liverpool's home ground means that significantly fewer fans could attend the Reds' matches. With the enlargement of the stand on the Anfield Road side, the stadium's capacity is due to exceed 60,000 spectators. Meanwhile, it is currently significantly reduced and Liverpool is losing money.
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England: Premier League club's stadium was to be part of F1 circuit
Formula 1 at Wembley or London's Olympic Stadium? Back in 2012, there was speculation about the possibility of hosting a race for the Queen of motorsport in the British capital city. As it turns out, 10 years earlier another English city had a similar plan.
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YouTube: World Stadiums Under Construction (September 2023)
Every two months we visit stadiums under construction all over the world, and this is the same this time. The most famous stadiums’ constructions and the work that is going on in less recognizable places. That's what you'll see in this video, covering progress at the world’s arenas.
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Italy: Stadio Olimpico will undergo renovation before the European Championships
What does the future hold for one of Italy's most recognisable venues? Should it tremble for its existence, like San Siro until recently? It turns out that there is no need for fear. Rome's arena will additionally soon undergo a series of upgrades.
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