StadiumDBNews: June 2024
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Italy: First stadium on Adriatic with photovoltaic roof in Udine
Stadio Friuli in Udine is set to become a pioneer in sustainability among football stadiums in Italy. It is the first stadium in the country to be equipped with photovoltaic roofing, enabling large-scale solar power generation.
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World Cup 2030: Mestalla and Balaidos still in play after 3 federations meet
Reports from a meeting of the Spanish, Portuguese and Moroccan federations in Agadir indicate a lack of a final agreement. Spain, after excluding Murcia and Gijon from the race, is seeking to increase the number of host cities in order to include Valencia and Vigo in the list of World Cup’s hosts.
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USA: Renovation titled ,,stadium of the future" in Jacksonville
At the end of June 2024, Jacksonville Jaguars owner Shad Khan announced the completion of negotiations for the renovation of Jacksonville Stadium. Despite the significant financial outlay, the project is expected to bring above-average benefits to the city, with the stadium set to become one of the most modern facilities in the United States.
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Spain: Real Valladolid celebrates promotion with stadium facelift
Real Valladolid’s owner, Ronaldo Nazario, recently stated that football bores him. Nevertheless, like a phoenix reborn from the ashes, his club is once again rising rapidly after relegation to the Segunda, confidently promoting back to the Primera División. To celebrate the occasion, the club will invest nearly €1 million to transform the face of Estádio Jose Zorrilla.
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Germany: Stadium summary of Euro 2024 group stage. All attendances
36 matches, beautiful goals and surprises. Although we have already experienced a ton of excitement, the biggest moments are yet to come at Euro 2024. How did the national teams and fans perform in the group phase, and which stadiums were the most crowded?
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World Cup 2030: The race for the final (and more) enters decisive phase
Recent weeks have been tumultuous for the candidate cities, but the next few weeks will be a real storm. Of the 14 Spanish arenas aspiring to host the World Cup, only 11 will be chosen. Bernabéu, Camp Nou and Grand Stade de Casablanca are vying to host the finals, although the Moroccan megastadion exists only on paper for now.
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Stadium revolution - who is building the most and where
Dominance of the East, stadiums on the outskirts, and a new (old) arena model. Sound enigmatic? These are changes that are taking place right in the comfort of club offices and amid the hustle and bustle on the construction sites. In the 21st century venues are part of diplomacy and key spots on the city map. Let's find out what's happening in the stadium world.
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Euro 2024: Olympiastadion Berlin surprises with unusual feature
Every arena has its flavors, but the Olympiastadion in Berlin with a unique solution drew the attention of even BBC commentators during the Netherlands - Austria match. It is... the escalator that the players slide down on their way to the turf. Although a peculiar discovery for many, this is not the first time they have caused a furor.
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Australia: BlueBet Stadium to be renamed Penrith Park for final match
The Penrith Panthers are set to honor their home ground by renaming BlueBet Stadium to its original name, Penrith Park, for their Round 27 game against the Gold Coast.
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USA: Public reactions to Bank of America Stadium renovation in Charlotte
The optics of using public funds to renovate a private football stadium in Charlotte are under heavy scrutiny, as reflected in the hundreds of comments recently submitted to the city. The debate centers on the proposed $650 million contribution from taxpayers towards the overhaul of Bank of America Stadium, home to the Carolina Panthers and Charlotte FC.
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USA: Players and coaches complain about Copa América organization. "It's frustrating"
A few days ago, top-tier soccer arrived in the United States, but one aspect is causing significant concern – the turf. "Catastrophic," "frustrating" - these are just some of the terms used to describe the pitches at the stadiums hosting the Copa América 2024 tournament.
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Spain: Stadium of the Year 2021 wins another award
Two years ago, we presented Osasuna representatives with the 2021 Stadium of the Year award on El Sadar turf after the Pamplona-based stadium outclassed other venues in the annual competition. Appreciated by our readers, the complete reconstruction of the arena has just been paid off, and the stadium received another award.
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Italy: We know the date of Como's return home. How is stadium being adapted to Serie A requirements?
Como, after being promoted to Serie A, is considering the best way to prepare for its return to the top league after many years. The sports department is focusing on strengthening Cesc Fàbregas' team, while the owners are taking care of the necessary stadium renovation. As reported by La Provincia di Como, several recent meetings between city officials and the club have primarily focused on the renovation.
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USA: Swimming pool at SoFi Stadium during 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles?
In 2028, Los Angeles will once again become the sporting capital of the world, hosting the Summer Olympics. The event promises to be one of the most spectacular ever, both in terms of organisation and technology, especially as the swimming competition is scheduled to take place in Inglewood stadium.
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Spain: Camp Nou inauguration date as unfunny joke and exploitation of workers?
Although the media has long suggested that Barcelona could struggle to inaugurate Camp Nou even in March 2025, Joan Laporta still stands by his stance. A date has been announced which the former club president considered ridiculous. More worrying, however, is that there is likely to have been an exploitation of eastern European workers.
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Kyrgyzstan: Renovations are underway at Dolen Omurzakov Stadium in Bishkek - a boost to local enthus
Currently, renovations are underway at Bishkek Dolen Omurzakov Stadium. Local sports fans greeted this news with great enthusiasm because the stadium had long needed reconstruction. The stadium hosted many matches, so renovations have been expected for a long time.
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England: Blackpool FC plans to modernize stadium. What is known about this?
Blackpool’s plans for building a new training facility have been postponed to prioritize the redevelopment of the East Stand at Bloomfield Road. Simon Sadler confirmed this decision a few days ago at a club fans' forum, where the panel also included CEO Julian Winter, sporting director David Downes, and team manager Neil Critchley.
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Spain: “Bernabeu effect” shakes up Madrid city centre
Bernabeu’s neighbours have had enough. Prices have risen and the noise caused by Real Madrid's home has triggered rapid changes in the housing market in the Chamartín district. Meanwhile, the long-awaited replacement of the pitch at the stadium has begun. The Spanish media also reported that a net calling for attacks at the Bernabeu had been dismantled.
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Wales: Wrexham AFC stadium redevelopment - change in plans
Wrexham AFC, the football club owned by Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, has announced changes to its plans to expand Racecourse Ground. The initial plan was to build a new 5500-seat Kop Stand, but this project has been put on hold. The club is now looking to increase the temporary stand by around 700 seats.
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Euro 2024: Five matches for €30m in Frankfurt. How do they compare with other cities?
Frankfurt am Main was preparing for one of the most important sporting events in Europe - the European Championships 2024. The amount of €30 million that the city has spent covers not only the costs related to the organisation of the matches. It is worth considering whether such an investment will bring the expected benefits to the city.
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Italy: Time has come! Fans confirm boycott at Stadio Euganeo
Despite the fans' tremendous efforts and their official actions in favour of the extension of Calcio Padova’s stadium, the club's management has failed to take any steps in this direction. Now the fans have decided to take more radical action and have announced a boycott of the club's home matches. Will this force the board to upgrade the venue?
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USA: New Bears stadium not on coast after all? Also on target is city on outskirts of Chicago
Discussions about a new location for the Chicago Bears stadium have been ongoing for some time. The proposal to build a stadium in Aurora, a western suburb of Chicago, is gaining popularity, with local officials arguing that the team should invest in its future there.
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Spain: Comprehensive modernisation of Estadio de Gran Canaria. Investment of more than 100 million €
A new plan for the redevelopment of Las Palmas' stadium, Estadio de Gran Canaria, has been submitted. The decision is a milestone, giving Spanish fans in the Canary Islands hope that their stadium will aspire to host the 2030 World Cup. What will the more than €100 million be used for?
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Italy: Excavation at Pietralata halted. What next for Roma's new stadium?
The Civil Court of Rome has issued a ruling ordering the city authorities to halt construction work at Via degli Aromi 7. The decision, made at the request of the committee against the construction of AS Roma's new stadium in Pietralata, prevents any further work necessary for the stadium project.
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Italy: Crucial time for San Siro’s future. Renovation project will soon be revealed
During the recent Football Festival held in Parma, one of the guests was the CEOl of Inter Milan, Alessandro Antonello. He emphasized the importance of pushing forward with the project for the Nerazzurri's own stadium. However, the topic of the future of San Siro, which has been causing concern for Milan’s authorities for some time, was also discussed.
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Spain: More details emerge about La Romareda renovation. When will construction begin?
The new La Romareda project is entering its decisive phase. By the end of June, the consulting firm Idom must deliver a document that will detail the design of the new stadium, where Real Zaragoza will play. In recent weeks, the architects and engineers responsible for the project had to adjust their approach to eliminate phased construction.
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USA: Day of gratitude at Allegiant Stadium
Allegiant Stadium in the large Las Vegas metropolitan area has recently found a new use. The facility, which is the daily home of the Las Vegas Raiders team, hosted the US Army veterans one week before hosting Copa America 2024 and two years before the World Cup.
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Spain: Racing Club de Ferrol - stadium upgrade that could bring prestigious award
A Malata stadium, home to Racing Club de Ferrol, has undergone a major upgrade that could earn it a prestigious international award. The renovation work was aimed at bringing the facility up to La Liga Hypermotion requirements, which became necessary following the club's promotion to a higher league.
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Olympiastadion: Victory in front of Hitler and timeless reconstruction - Euro 2024 final stadium
Olympiastadion was inaugurated before the Second World War for the Olympic Games, which were marked by a symbolic victory. Rebuilt after the war, the stadium still stands today and is capable of hosting the world's most important matches.
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Spain: Agreement to fund works signed on Balaídos pitch
At last. After more than eight years since the work began, there is clearly a light at the end of the tunnel. Opposing authorities have signed a deal on the pitch that will fully fund the project once presented as a 'stadium for the 21st century'. Celta Vigo will get a stadium worthy of La Liga after years of waiting, while the authorities aspire to host the World Cup.
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Spain: Betis with attendance record, new season tickets and controversial project
Benito Villamarín is facing a modernisation. The club has now officially confirmed this, and the project manager has also said goodbye. The redevelopment will not only include the stadium, but also the complex, which is causing fear among Sevilla residents. The 2023/24 season ended with an attendance record and a meeting with the club's oldest members.
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Spain: Valencia seems serious about finishing Nou Mestalla
Countless unfulfilled promises have meant that neither the residents nor the municipal authorities believe the declarations of the Bats' authorities. This seems to have finally reached the club's representatives, who have sold some of the land around the Nou Mestalla to provide funds to complete the facility itself. Despite this, many still do not believe in the sincerity of their intentions.
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Arena AufSchalke: Beer pipes, wrong name and sleeping fan at Euro 2024
It was chosen as the arena for the blockbuster match between Spain and Italy, a supporter of the England national team fell asleep there and even if the match is not exciting, there is certainly no lack of beer there. Why is the stadium, which owes its name to Poles murdering German language, so special?
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Italy: Works begin in San Donato. Important steps in construction of new stadium
The realization of the new AC Milan stadium project in San Donato is becoming increasingly visible. The initial works on the site where the stadium is to be built have commenced. Information has also emerged about the signing of an agreement with the first program partner for the stadium's construction.
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Spain: Sharp conflict, arena evaluation, expansion and record attendance. Abanca Riazor in nutshell
The conflict between the Deportivo de La Coruña club and the A Coruña city authorities over the Riazor stadium has dominated recent events in the Spanish city. In addition, plans to expand the stadium have emerged and will be scrutinised by La Liga authorities. This is not an abstract idea with record attendances at the stadium for the 2023/24 season.
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Euro 2024: BVB and Schalke fans unhappy about changes to their stadiums
Everyone was looking forward to Euro 2024 - both the national teams and the fans of the individual teams that will take part in the tournament. As it turns out, not everyone shares this enthusiasm now. Fans from the Ruhr region expressed their dissatisfaction with the changes made to their stadiums.
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Germany: Free sun protection at Euro 2024 matches
The sun is no joke. Not only doctors know this, but now also the organisers of Euro 2024. According to the recommendations of the Federal Office for Radiation Protection, dispensers with UV filters will be placed in the stadiums.
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Poland: Does Wisła Krakow stadium pose a danger?! Case is being investigated by appropriate authorit
The County Building Supervision Inspectorate in Kraków – County Urban District confirms that on June 14 this year, an inspection is scheduled at Henryk Reyman Municipal Stadium. This is related to safety-threatening defects discovered during last year's modernization works.
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Spain: News from Bernabéu - inauguration, VIP boxes, megastore and more
The Madridistas have reason to be happy with the season that has passed. Winning La Liga, claiming their 15th Champions League Cup and signing mega-star Kylian Mbappé are just some of the achievements. However, the post-expansion stadium has yet to be officially opened. When will the inauguration take place and what's new in the white part of Madrid?
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Poland: Funding secured for second phase of Tarnów - Mościce investment!
Last year, the stadium in Mościce was the venue for competitions during the European Games held in Poland. Matches between European national teams in beach sports took place at the Tarnów facility. After the event concluded, the sandy courts were removed, leaving the venue unusable.
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EURO 2024: Clash and waterfall before the Georgia-Turkey match
The Group F match between Georgia and Turkey was scheduled at 18:00, but the atmosphere was not good from the start. And that was both in the sense of the weather and in the sense of the attitude of the fans, as the supporters at Signal Iduna Park were greeted by a downpour that the roof could not cope with, followed by a brawl between some of the supporters of both national teams.
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Poland: Maccabi Tel Aviv to play in Krakow?!
Another Israeli team is looking for a stadium to host their matches in European competitions. After a minor "fire" caused by the authorities of the Municipal Arena of Culture and Sports in Łódź over the last few days, it's time for more information.
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USA: $700 million renovation of Pennsylvania stadium approved!
The Penn State Board of Trustees has approved a $700 million renovation of Beaver Stadium, enabling the university to host a College Football Playoff game. What exactly will change?
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Copa América: World Cup teaser in Euro 2024 shadow
16 teams, 14 stadiums, 2 federations plus two national teams from the top five of the FIFA ranking - Copa América 2024 promises to be extremely interesting. The tournament will not only be a foretaste of the upcoming World Cup, but also a serious test for the U.S. as host of a major sporting event. There is also no shortage of controversy.
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Poland: Łódź stadiums not for Israeli teams after all!
This is the kind of plot twist we enjoy! Just a moment ago, we reported that Israeli clubs would be playing their matches at stadiums in Łódź, and now we have the city’s response on the matter. However, it seems that this issue should have been resolved before the official announcement of Maccabi Haifa's performances at the ŁKS stadium.
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Poland: When will construction of new Polonia Warsaw stadium start?
Recently, the topic of building a new stadium for Polonia Warsaw has resurfaced, with the initial project dating back to 2019. Since then, extensive efforts have been underway to make it happen. When can we expect concrete actions in this direction?
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Poland: Stadium construction in Nowy Sącz delayed another year?! New damages reported!
When it seemed that the construction of the new stadium for Sandecja was finally nearing a happy conclusion, a series of obstacles have emerged in recent weeks. These could lead to further delays, and the promise of city president Ludomir Handzel regarding the completion date of the investment may not be fulfilled. Why?
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Poland: Will Israeli clubs play their matches in Łódź?!
Due to the tense political situation and ongoing military actions, UEFA does not allow matches to be organized on Israeli territory. Therefore, the national team and clubs must find alternative stadiums to host their matches.
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Spain: Camp Nou vs. Bernabéu. Comparison of new stadiums
Blaugranas' historic rivalry with Los Blancos is not limited to El Clásico. It is also a constant battle for supremacy in the Iberian Peninsula, including non-sporting aspects. The symbols of the business and image clash between Barça and Real, alongside the transfers, are the redevelopment of the two clubs’ arenas. Money, prestige and the title of Spain's best stadium are at stake.
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Spain: Yellow Submarine’s innovations. What has Villarreal prepared for their fans?
Villarreal certainly wants to forget the past season, which proved below the expectations of fans from Vila-Real. They were reluctant to fill their favourites' stadium. For the conclusion of the 2023/24 season, the Villarreal authorities have prepared changes to the stadium and an interactive museum deep inside the Yellow Submarine.
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Spain: Castalia Stadium investment - €49m plan
CD Castellón's home venue is in for a significant upgrade. The City of Castellón plans to invest up to €49 million over the next few years. Divided into four phases, the project involves transforming the stadium into a modern, safe and sustainable facility that meets the highest European standards. In addition, the city has officially handed over the stadium to the club for use.
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USA: Second division soccer team will change venue. American dream?
Detroit City FC, the second division American football club, has announced ambitious plans to build a new stadium in the Corktown district. The project aims to improve the sporting infrastructure, which at the moment is simply not mind-blowing. How big a step up is in store for the Detroit team?
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Germany: Eco-friendly seats from Poland at Euro 2024 stadium
At the upcoming Euro 2024 European football championships, fans in the Frankfurt stadium will be seated in seats made in Poland. Polish companies Grupa Azoty and Nowy Styl have supplied 40,000 eco-friendly seats made from recycled plastic.
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Central Europe: Polish Cup in the stands - fans rocked!
We were seconds away from ending the Polish Cup final more than half an hour early. At that point, the match between Wisła Kraków and Pogoń Szczecin would have gone down in history as simply another final. That was not the case, however, and fans of both teams were overwhelmed by extreme emotions.
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Spain: FC Barcelona's return to Camp Nou gets complicated
Joan Laporta has given another date for the return to Camp Nou, but there are reports from Barcelona of alleged major delays that could derail Blaugrana's plans for the 2024/25 season. Nevertheless, the club has already published further details of the return to its stadium. It also seems that it will not let up in its fight to host the World Cup final.
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Euro 2028: Tournament not for Belfast?
The president of the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA), Jarlath Burns, seems to have accepted the prospect that the 2028 European Championships will not be held at Casement Park. During the inauguration of the All-Ireland hurling championships, he stated that he currently does not foresee any matches being played in Belfast as part of this tournament.
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Italy: Alarm ahead of Euro 2032. Will Italy lose hosting of tournament?
There are eight years left until Euro 2032. For most, this is a long time, but for Italian clubs and cities, who need to renovate their facilities, it can be a tense time. All the more so as only three stadiums are ready at the moment. Could the poor condition of the arenas put Italy's hosting of the tournament in risk?
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Germany: Volksparkstadion Hamburg - a fitting venue for Euro 2024
The revamped Volksparkstadion in Hamburg is preparing to welcome thousands of international football fans for the upcoming 2024 European Championship. It is a venue which has witnessed the dramatic highs and lows of Hamburger SV – a famous German club with a rich history which was relegated from the Bundesliga in 2018.
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Euro 2024: Final preparations underway at Leipzig stadium
Extensive renovation work at the European Championship stadium in Leipzig will conclude shortly before the first match. The opening match in this city will be between Portugal and the Czech Republic, taking place on Tuesday, June 18.
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England: Newcastle United keeping history in mind as they formulate St James’ Park plans
Newcastle United’s historical links to its St James’ Park stadium are playing a key role in determining whether the club will remain there. After conducting a recent feasibility study, the club will reportedly proceed with redeveloping their current home rather than move to a new site.
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Italy: Serie A stadium attendance during 2023/24 season
The Serie A playoffs are now over, so it's time for a stadium recap of the season. And this one surprised with the best attendance in 27 years. 3 teams surpassed the magic barrier of one million spectators, including Inter and AC Milan, who played a fierce Milan derby for the highest attendance, decided by a minimal difference.
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England: Southampton plan to create dedicated fan zone
Southampton are back in the Premier League after a one-season absence. Promotion to the higher division is not the only thing a supporter of the club from the south of England can be happy about. Plans have been presented for the expansion of the fan zones around the stadium.
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Spain: Espanyol gives away discounts for play-off match
The return leg of the La Liga play-off matches will take place in the coming days. In order to match their opponent in the stands, the Barcelona-based club will introduce a new concessionary ticketing policy among pass holders. Will this help Espanyol to advance?
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Germany: Eleventh stadium for Euro 2024? Adidas is building arena in centre of Berlin
The upcoming European Football Championship 2024 is an event that fans from all over Europe are waiting impatiently for. In Berlin, preparations for the public viewing of the matches are in full swing. The focal point of the celebration will be a special arena located in front of the Reichstag building, where football fans will be able to experience the excitement of the tournament together.
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England: Attendance at Premier League stadiums in the 2023/24 season
Another season, another league title for Manchester City. The award for highest attendance also went to the city of Manchester as well, but to the Red Devils, despite the team's worst season in Premier League history. As many as six clubs surpassed one million spectators this season, with five stadiums filling up at an average of more than 99%. Amazing.
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Italy: What is happening at construction site of Atalanta stadium?
At the end of April 2019, a comprehensive renovation of Gewiss Stadium began. The main objective is to eliminate the arches behind the goals and replace them with new, larger, and more modern stands, located right behind the end lines of the field. Currently, the modernization is entering its final phase.
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England: Update from Liverpool's blue side - new changing room, playing field and beamed roof
The modernisation of Everton's new stadium has accelerated significantly. The effects of the work are visible both inside and outside the arena. The changing room is starting to resemble the one in the visualisation, and the stone cover has disappeared from the pitch. What's new on the Liverpool construction site?
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Germany: Attendance at Bundesliga stadiums in 2023/2024 season
It has been one of the most exciting Bundesliga seasons in years! Great results in the European cups meant that as many as seven German teams will play in next season's competition, and it may not stop there. Alongside the solid play, crowds of fans flocked to the stadiums. Where were most of them?
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Italy: Como finds solution. Where will they play in first rounds of Serie A?
The authorities of Verona have agreed to designate Bentegodi Stadium as a temporary venue for Como's home matches in Serie A for the 2024/2025 season.
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Andorra: Gerard Piqué's club forced to move out of the country?
The Government of the Principality of Andorra will replace the surface of the national stadium with artificial turf in August next year, to celebrate the national rugby team VPC Andorra's promotion to Honor Division B. One of the clubs playing their matches at this venue is the football club owned by Gerard Piqué.
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Italy: Renovation project for Stadio Carlo Castellani drawing near
Several weeks ago, Italian media reported that by the end of June, Empoli will unveil a plan for the modernization of the Carlo Castellani stadium. Anticipation for the details of this renovation is growing, especially with the upcoming friendly match between Italy and Bosnia and Herzegovina scheduled for June 9th in Empoli. The residents are eager for top-tier football...
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France: Attendance at Ligue 1 stadiums in 2023/24 season.
The French league. Some love it, others call it “farmers league”. A competition dominated by the team from Paris, and an outcome other than PSG winning a match pleases everyone else. Does chairman Al-Khelaiïfi's team have the same big advantage in the stands as on the pitch?
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England: AFC Wimbledon’s new Plough Lane home embraced by local community
AFC Wimbledon, the phoenix club who have risen from the ashes of Wimbledon FC, have been on quite a journey since being forced to start again. After starting from the very bottom of the English football pyramid system, the Wombles achieved Football League status in 2002 in what many regard as the greatest story in football. Their return home to Plough Lane is also magical.
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Germany: Euro 2024 is now! Stadiums' names and updates
The atmosphere of anticipation and Euro 2024 vibe is incredible and relates back to the championships of years ago, in the old normal. Where does the Euro start, what new names do the stadiums have under UEFA rules and what updates have had to take place at the Euro venues?
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Türkiye: New stadium for Fenerbahce unveiled. Bernabeu 2.0 as political game?
On June 8, the vote for the position of president of the Fenerbahçe club, popularly known as the ‘yellow canaries’, will take place. The battle between the two candidates is extremely tight. Big guns have been brought out against the current club president, Ali Koç. Aziz Yıldırım has unveiled a plan to modernise the stadium, and the visuals presented are clearly reminiscent of the Santiago Bernabeu.
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Serbia: Controversy with national stadium under construction
On Mat 1, 2024, the foundation stone laying ceremony for the new national stadium took place in Surčin, even though the feasibility study for the project has still not been completed. This situation raises a lot of controversy and criticism, especially in the context of investment logic.
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Berlin: Stadium construction costs over 70% more. What's next for investment?
In 2022, a stadium project was selected to provide regional football clubs with a modern sports facility suitable for second and third league German competitions. The vision of O + M Architects and landscape architects Otto + Richter involves demolishing the existing Jahnsportpark and constructing a new arena.
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Mexico: Renderings of modernized Estadio Azteca released!
Estadio Azteca, a giant structure of concrete and steel that has witnessed many historical moments, will soon undergo a monumental transformation. The modernization is scheduled to start after the conclusion of the Clausura 2024 tournament.
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Spain: Attendance at La Liga stadiums in the 2023/24 season
More than 11 million tickets were sold for Primera División matches. The record number represents another increase on previous seasons. Real Madrid and Atletico surpassed the one million spectator barrier, while Barcelona surprised by recording a mere 80% stadium fill despite playing at Montjuic. Two clubs, on the other hand, did not even exceed 70%.
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Poland: New Mayor, new hopes for stadium in Niepołomice?
Puszcza secured its place in the Ekstraklasa for the 2024/2025 season after a fierce battle to stay up. Following a 1:0 victory over Piast Gliwice in the last round, celebrations were held in Niepołomice to mark the undeniable success of Tomasz Tułacz's team. However, the club faces a significant challenge in securing a stadium for the upcoming matches.
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France: Olympic Games’ stadium attack foiled!
The press office of the French Ministry of the Interior reported the foiling of an "Islamist-inspired" attack. The planned attack was to take place during the upcoming Summer Olympics, with the target being the football stadium in Saint-Étienne.
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England: What next for Luton's stadium expansion plans after relegation?
Accessing the millions on offer that the Premier League hands out to promoted teams from the Championship can often lead to a rush of blood in the boardroom as the powers that be begin ambitiously panning for a prosperous new tomorrow.
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Latvia: New National Stadium to be built?
The Latvian Football Federation (LFF) has received land in Riga for the construction of a National Stadium. Nearly half of Latvia's residents believe that the establishment of this facility is necessary. Meanwhile, about one-fifth of respondents remain indifferent to this investment, according to a survey conducted by the "Norstat" research center in collaboration with LSM.lv.
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Brazil: Another step towards new stadium for Santos
Last week, Santos and the company WTorre held an important meeting to agree on the details of the construction of a new stadium. The meeting was attended by members of the Management Committee, the Board of Deliberative Council of Santos, representatives of WTorre, and the law firm Bicalho Navarro Advogados.
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Poland: Ekstraklasa returns to the stadium in Katowice. Fitting farewell to venue
In the last round of the Fortuna 1 Liga, GKS Katowice defeated Arka Gdynia away and secured direct promotion to the Ekstraklasa. This success means that GieKsa is returning to the top division after 19 years!
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Spain: Taylor Swift - euphoria at Bernabeu and noise in the surroundings
Taylor Swift's double concert was a major test for Real Madrid's refurbished stadium. Wednesday's and Thursday's performances were an organisational and prestigious success for the Bernabeu, but they may be the drop that will pour the spell of bitterness over the neighbours in the Hispanoamérica district. The amount of punishment the club may face is rather symbolic.
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2026 World Cup: When will renovation of Estadio Azteca begin?
The start date for the renovation of Estadio Azteca in preparation for the 2026 World Cup has been revealed. Initially, it was assumed that the work would begin after the Apertura 2023 tournament, whose final took place on December 17, 2023. However, this did not happen, and time is running out.
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Europe: Unexpected stadiums in 2024/25 Champions League
After the last games, we now know most of the teams that will play in the debut of the new Champions League format. There are already a few surprises among these teams, including the stadiums where loyal fans will finally hear: ‘The Champions’!
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England: Millwall FC plans stadium expansion
Millwall Football Club is planning on expanding its stadium in Bermondsey. Known to football fans as The Den, the huge stadium in London has a capacity of 20,146 people. According to the latest news about the stadium expansion, The Den will be able to hold a crowd capacity of 34,000 people after the renewed construction.
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