StadiumDBNews: October 2016
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New stadium: The living dead of Georgia
It’s a stadium that we’d never believe is still in use. But not only that, it’s used for professional football and the stands are entirely open to the public!
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Saudi Arabia: Al-Jawhara Stadium terror attack stopped
The Saudi Ministry of Interior confirmed that authorities have thwarted a terrorist attack attempt at Al-Jawhara Stadium. If carried out, it could have led to hundreds of casualties.
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Sao Paulo: Painful early years for Arena Corinthians
It’s been 2.5 years since the 2014 World Cup opening venue began its operation. And still it’s not finished, nor does it have a naming rights partner or manages to sell the business seats.
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Brussels: Finally a breakthrough for Eurostadium?
Finally the new national stadium of Belgium received positive environmental impact assessment. This open the way for planning permission and groundbreaking. About time…
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Moscow: Luzhniki structurally ready, time for the seats
Is this the best possible colour scheme for the 81,000+ seats? It better be, because installation began and is going fast. The field is ready and so is the entire structure, now time for installations and furnishings.
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Norway: Fans a step further in legal pyrotechnics campaign
Once more supporters in Norway got their way as they have direct influence into what kind of pyrotechnics are allowed for stadium use. It takes years of responsibility, though.
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London: Tottenham’s business plans leaking
Three leaks in recent days and one of them is exclusive to us at StadiumDB, apparently. See Tottenham’s brilliant hospitality zones and what may be the future name. No, it’s not Uber…
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Scotland: The Rock Stadium nearing its end?
One of the most beautifully located stadiums may be in its final years in operation as Dumbarton FC are willing to relocate north. Will the new stadium get built?
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Dortmund: (Almost) record-breaking Union invasion
Cars and trains brought about 12,000 fans from Berlin to Dortmund yesterday, the largest ever away contingent for Union. It could have been an all-time high for the German Cup, but Borussia didn’t sell out their allocation.
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Belo Horizonte: Galo downsizing their stadium plan by 40%
Lower capacity, without planned convention center and with smaller underground parking. The new stadium of Atletico Mineiro will be much cheaper than planned.
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California: Step forward for Sacramento Republic stadium
A plan to build a 25,000-seat Major League Soccer stadium in Sacramento’s downtown railyard is moving forward. A Capital Public Radio report.
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Stadia Designers Cup: See all alternatives for Polonia Warszawa stadium
Eight designers from around the world filed their concepts of a new stadium in Warsaw during the 2nd edition of Stadia Designers Cup, competition for stadium design enthusiasts.
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Saint Petersburg: The field slides inside for the first time
It took nearly 7 hours but finally Zenit Arena has the natural turf in place. Weighing over 8,000 tons, the field was transported inside yesterday, during a day-long operation.
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New design: Feyenoord’s grand plan a step closer
Not in final detail yet, it’s still the master plan we already know. But now we know it better and this could be Feyenoord’s pass back to the top of European football.
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Kosovo: Hungary to finance national stadium in Pristina
Hungarian government will carry out necessary works to complete Pristina’s national stadium, under reconstruction for many years.
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USA: Tennessee giant awaiting further works
One of the world’s largest stadiums will shrink very slightly in upcoming years. Revenue-wise it’s expected to see a major boost, though, in what should be the largest upgrade to date.
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Rotterdam: Feyenoord following rivals with safe standing
After PSV and Ajax Amsterdam, now Feyenoord Rotterdam expressed the will to install safe standing at their stadium. The subject might ease tense atmosphere between the club and fans.
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New stadium and designs: Gabon won’t be fully ready
The most important host stadium lost its rights due to construction delays. Two others are still under construction with less than 3 months left to 2017 African Cup of Nations.
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Atlanta: Fixed roof ready at Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Over 18,000 tons of steel already installed as Atlanta’s new NFL stadium reaches a major milestone. The roof is now structurally ready, awaiting installation of retractable petals and panoramic giant screen beneath.
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Amsterdam: Ajax finally installing safe standing
They kept their supporters waiting, but finally the long-desired standing section begins to grow. By winter fans throughout the lower south stand should be able to stand.
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Las Vegas: Public funds for Raiders stadium secured
Senate, assembly and the governor have all approved $750 million in public spending for Raiders new stadium in Las Vegas. This step effectively subsidises Nevada’s richest man.
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New design: Nacional change stadium vision
It’s less unified than the previous plan, but more rational. And Nacional are about to outgrow archrivals Penarol in terms of capacity by just 14 seats!
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Dublin: Tallaght Stadium new stand gets the go ahead
South Dublin County Council have agreed to provide funding to build a new South Stand which will be ready in time for the start of the 2018 League of Ireland season. Report by InTallaght.ie.
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Russia 2018: Ex-contractor demands billions from St. Petersburg
Transstroi is asking for 4.9 billion rubles ($80m) from the construction committee of Saint Petersburg, following unilateral termination of the company’s contract for Zenit Arena.
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Austria: LASK to build a 20,000 stadium by 2022
During the next 6 years Austrian team LASK are hoping to deliver a stadium that will put them among the strongest teams domestically. Experts are already working on the scheme.
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Oslo: Vålerenga asks fans about stadium choices
Construction is advancing very fast, but there are still some decisions left to make. And supporters are encouraged to give their feedback on seats, colours and commercial offer within the new stadium.
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Poland: Locomotive proudly presented at INEA Stadion
Crowd of some 4,000 people admired the Ty51-183 locomotive presentation in Poznan. This marks the end of a year-long campaign to bring Lech Poznań’s symbol to the stadium.
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Technology: To panic or not over 3G fields?
Synthetic turf brings new possibilities, especially in areas with weather poor enough to sustain natural grass. But are 3G pitches unsafe for their users? As cancer claims increase, additional research is being done.
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Qatar 2022: Al Rayyan Stadium sees first concrete pouring
It’s over a month ahead of schedule, Al Rayyan Stadium saw its first concrete pouring on Friday. In 2022 the stadium will be part of Qatar’s World Cup.
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England: City of Birmingham Stadium again on the agenda
For the third time in this century Birmingham is about to get a major stadium design. Local authorities and Birmingham City are considering such plans.
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Germany: Ambitious 3. Liga club to build a 40,000 stadium
New board of Preußen Münster aims high, not only planning promotion to the Bundesliga, but also construction of a brand new stadium for 40,000 people.
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Serbia: No national stadium in Belgrade
According to Novosti, the vision of a brand new stadium in Belgrade is already dead. Instead, both major clubs from the capital will see investments into their stadia.
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New stadium: Wailing walls and porn in Budapest
Yes, this is a click bait, but a well-deserved one. After all, few stadiums are that controversial before they even open. But from now on, the MTK stadium in Budapest should generate positive emotions!
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Italy: Will FC Bari leave their Copa 90 stadium?
Current tenancy deal ends in mid-2017. Can FC Bari abandon their current stadium afterwards? This may prove likely if the dilapidating stadium isn’t renovated…
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Orlando: Hurricane Matthew didn’t damage City stadium
No damages and no delay reported at Orlando City Stadium construction site despite heavy rainfall. Hurricane Matthew won’t impact ongoing works and opening.
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Munich: Council against Bayern’s away fans plan
The operator of Allianz Arena submitted plans to reorganize access routes for away supporters. While they make sense, council members voted unanimously against. Why?
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Edinburgh: Hearts given go-ahead for Tynecastle expansion
Hearts’ plans to redevelop the main stand at Tynecastle have been approved by Edinburgh City Council. Report by BBC.com.
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Madrid: Real present downsized Bernabéu revamp
No capacity increase, no hotel, no shopping center or extra parking. And yet the budget is almost unchanged, a whopping €400 million for reconstruction of Estadio Santiago Bernabéu.
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Australia: Major architects fighting for Townsville Stadium
Work on a new North Queensland stadium has moved a step closer after the State Government announced a shortlist for design companies.
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South Africa: Any legacy plan for this World Cup stadium?
When they finally found a football tenant, Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium is about to lose the managing company. And no solid plan for the future is in place.
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Madrid: Atletico’s roof will come alive during events
We all knew the canopy would be illuminated at night, but it now appears that Atletico might boost the mood inside by changing its colour depending on the action.
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New stadium: Meet the Ferrari of football stadia
Usually we don’t go for cheap titles like this one, but it’s actually true. Classy, very expensive and quite literally luxurious when compared with other stadia, meet Stadion Krasnodar.
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England: Oxford supporters taking over Kassam Stadium?
Oxford United couldn’t do it, now the fans are approaching stadium owner in attempt to take it over. There’s cause for optimism as Firoz Kassam announces willingness to give his stadium ownership away.
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New stadiums: Filling the gap in Poland
We’re up-to-date with new stadia, now let’s make room for some of those that have their glory days behind. Here are three such grounds from Poland, in Bydgoszcz, Starachowice and Radomsko.
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Melbourne: AFL buys Etihad Stadium
The AFL's purchase of Etihad Stadium has been hailed as a game-changer for the ground's tenant clubs, which have struggled to profit from existing arrangements.
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Rio de Janeiro: Will Flamengo abandon Maracanã and build their own stadium?
They had to relocate outside Rio for the duration of this year’s Olympics. Now Flamengo may be considering a permanent move away from the stadium, if they decide to build their own ground.
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Argentina: Straightening the field after 29 years
Fifth league club Liniers from Buenos Aires was ordered to straighten the field of their home ground. It’s clearly crooked but didn’t stop them from playing there for 29 years.
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England: Seagulls aiming for safe standing
Brighton and Hove Albion announced consultation on how a safe standing section could be created within AmEx Stadium. Don’t get excited, the road is still long.
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Bundesliga: Darmstadt converting stadium to more football-friendly
It may be short break for international games, but SV Darmstadt are planning to build an entire stand for nearly 3,700 in that short period. Then another one in November!
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Moscow: Only 10 years to pay off Arena CSKA?
In what seems to be an extremely optimistic forecast, CSKA general director suggests the new stadium might recoup its cost in just a decade. But only after rough two years first…
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London: West Ham documenting their stadium move
Karren Brady has announced West Ham are producing a film documenting their move to the London Stadium. A Eurosport.com report.
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Bratislava: Slovakia’s new national stadium in 1.5 year
Finally, three years after the old one was demolished, Slovakia’s national stadium’s construction began. We’re 72 weeks away from it being ready.
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Orlando: Partner announced for club areas
Orlando City SC has partnered with Dimensional Innovations to design and construct branded sponsor areas within the Club’s new downtown stadium, which is set to open for the 2017 MLS season.
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New stadium: Yes, trains run between players and fans
Whether on facebook, YouTube or just your local sports site, you probably already saw this amazing stadium. The only one we know of with operating railroad between the field and stands.
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California: San Diego to choose between more than Clinton and Trump
On November 8 Americans will choose the next president. In San Diego citizens will also decide whether to pump over $1 billion into a new stadium or not.
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New stadiums: Football in the land of ice
It’s hard to believe that someone would play football in a place as inhospitable as this. But Greenland has a national team, over 70 clubs and 5,000 players. Without even one regular field!
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Washington DC: DC United stadium late again
With groundbreaking now expected as late as 2017, the new DC United stadium won’t be ready ahead of the 2018 MLS season. How late it will be is still the question.
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Russia: Krasnodar stadium with highest certification
The latest Russian stadium has just received highest praise from the domestic football federation. Just in time, opening is planned later this week!
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