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USA Could a strike threaten the World Cup? SoFi Stadium workers ready to protest
Workers at SoFi Stadium are moving closer to a strike ahead of the 2026 World Cup. As many as 96% of union members backed strike action, potentially affecting preparations at one of the tournament’s key venues.
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Spain Tender process launched for Estadio Gran Canaria reconstruction
The Gran Canaria Island Council has announced a tender for the reconstruction of Estadio Gran Canaria. The project will enable the island to host the 2030 World Cup, but it will be much more expensive than originally anticipated.
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USA FIFA changes water bottle policy. Fans will be allowed to bring water into World Cup stadiums
FIFA has partially reversed its controversial decision on bringing water into stadiums during the 2026 World Cup. Following criticism from fans and supporter organisations, the governing body will allow spectators to enter venues in the United States and Canada with one factory-sealed bottle of water. However, this does not mean a full return to the previous rules — reusable bottles and hard flasks remain banned.
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USA Rail station at new Denver Broncos stadium? Ambitious plan could ease congestion
A proposed passenger rail stop at Burnham Yard could become part of the future Denver Broncos stadium complex. The project would not only provide fans with an alternative way to travel to games, but could also help reduce traffic congestion along Colorado’s Front Range, one of the state’s busiest transportation corridors.
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WC 2030 Basque Country proposes a World Cup compromise. Two stadiums, one bid
The Basque Country has proposed an unusual compromise for the 2030 FIFA World Cup. Instead of maintaining two separate host bids, the region wants San Mamés and Reale Arena to operate as a single World Cup host venue. The proposal aims to reduce costs, limit the tournament’s impact on local communities and still secure the Basque Country’s place among the hosts of the 2030 World Cup.
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Germany Energie Stadium faces a crucial decision. Study of the stadium’s future is underway
A recent sporting success has accelerated talks about the future of the Energie Cottbus stadium. Modernisation of the current facility and the construction of a completely new stadium are both on the table, with a comprehensive feasibility study serving as the first concrete step.
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Chile The stadium turned into a paradise for collectors. The “Great WC 2026 Sticker Swap”
More than 8,000 collectors turned Estadio Bicentenario de La Florida into the largest World Cup sticker exchange venue in Chile. The huge turnout at the “Great Swap” highlighted the growing excitement surrounding the 2026 FIFA World Cup album, as the stadium was transformed into a paradise for Panini collectors of all ages.
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Spain Conference League causes chaos Getafe’s Coliseum construction site
It’s official: Getafe will be playing in the Conference League play-offs. The question is where they will play, as the Coliseum is currently undergoing a deep reconstruction. The club’s board considered three options, two of which would allow them to play at home. And it looks as though that’s what they will try to do.
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Australia Growing concerns surround Tasmania Devils stadium as costs could exceed 1 billion
The construction of the modern Macquarie Point stadium in Hobart was meant to symbolize a new era for Australian rules football in Tasmania. However, discussions are increasingly shifting away from sporting ambitions toward rising costs, possible delays, and growing tension among AFL clubs.
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Italy Positive step for AS Roma stadium project despite protests and another court appeal
Despite fresh protests and a new court appeal, the proposed stadium of AS Roma in Pietralata has received important backing from the Lazio regional authorities. The project remains on track for a 2027 construction start, although opponents continue their legal efforts to halt the development.
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Italy Lazio wants a €480 million stadium. Key decision not expected until summer
The €480 million redevelopment of Stadio Flaminio has entered a crucial administrative phase. The future home of SS Lazio now depends largely on heritage authorities, with key decisions not expected before the summer.
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Spain New crowd record at San Mamés. Football wasn’t the attraction
San Mamés has set a new attendance record, but not for a football match. The Investec Champions Cup rugby final attracted 52,327 spectators, surpassing the stadium’s previous record by 213 fans. The finals weekend drew more than 95,000 attendees in total, further strengthening Bilbao’s reputation as a host of major international sporting events.
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Spain Champions League final at Camp Nou? UEFA to choose between Barcelona and iconic Wembley
Spotify Camp Nou officially entered the race to host the UEFA Champions League final in 2029, with UEFA expected to choose between Barcelona and Wembley Stadium. Spain’s government approved the bid submitted by the Royal Spanish Football Federation, strengthening Barcelona’s position ahead of UEFA’s final decision in September.
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Poland Work on the most modern athletics center in the country enters final stretch
Rzeszów is preparing to unveil one of the most advanced sports facilities in Poland. The new Podkarpackie Athletics Center, being built at Resovia Stadium, is rapidly taking shape as construction crews move into the final stages of the project. With thousands of seats already installed and the athletics track nearing completion, the venue is expected to become a landmark for both Polish athletics and football.
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- Portugal: Stadium in Porto saved? Portuguese club reaches breakthrough agreement
- Canada: Whitecaps preparing proposals for BC Place management
- Italy: Lego and 2026 World Cup join forces as Brick Stadium rises in Milan
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- Spain: Real Madrid found not guilty! Court issues ruling over noise at Bernabéu
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- Italy: Architects fear for the identity of Lazio’s new stadium. Is the project too modern?
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