StadiumDBNews: 2019
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Year in review: Best stadium designs of 2019
Over the past 12 months we're presented nearly 40 new stadium concepts to you. Not all of them stand a chance of becoming reality, which is the more reason to present the best of 2019!
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France: Location for new Montpellier stadium selected
It took a really long time but finally it's here. We know where the new 25,000-seater in Montpellier will be built. It's almost exactly on the opposite end of the city than the current football ground.
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2032 Olympics: What should be the main stadium for Rhine-Ruhr?
At this point it's the most advanced bid to host the 2032 Olympics. But even in North Rhein-Westphalia there's uncertainty as to how the issue of main athletics stadium should be approached. The issue should be resolved in 2020.
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Poland: Częstochowa stadium officially scrapped
As of today the last missing modern stadium of Ekstraklasa is no longer on the agenda. Raków Częstochowa will have to make do with a modernised version of their old home. And even that won't come sooner than end of 2020.
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New designs: What if San Siro could actually be saved...
AC Milan and FC Inter persistently claim San Siro has to be torn down. But their motivation is quite clear: to maximise revenue. Meanwhile, thousands if not millions of people cannot imagine Milan without 'La Scala of Football'. Here's something tasty for those people...
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London: Wimbledon given more time to come up with £11 million
Contractor of the new Plough Lane stadium agrees to extend deadline for funding from end of January to end of February. But fate of the project remains uncertain.
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Liverpool: Everton submit planning application
As promised, the Toffees have filed their planning documents earlier today, just before Christmas. And the application came with fresh renders of the stadium, now with parking integrated into the stadium rather than next to it.
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Poland: New plan for speedway's next best stadium
It seems like the city of Lublin has a new stadium plan every 3 months. Yesterday brand new renderings were presented and they're already outdated because the proposed location has changed...
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England: Hadid's green stadium approved
It's expected to be a showcase of how green investors can go. The new Forest Green Rovers stadium finally received its planning permission last night and might go under construction in 2020.
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4 things to do on your stadium visit
Whether you are visiting a stadium for an away match, or simply want to immerse yourself in the history of your favourite team, you may find yourself with ample free time even if you have visited the city just for a match. If you are looking for more things to do during your visit to the stadium in question, here is a list of potential activities that can help you have a great visit from start to finish.
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The Netherlands: Roof or not, AZ wins on return home
Almost 130 days after the collapse of its roof, AFAS Stadion is open once more. To mark the occasion, AZ Alkmaar managed to defeat Ajax Amsterdam and tie at the very top of Eredivisie. Now they're about to play until May without a roof.
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Milan: Inter and Milan against two stadiums
The city had asked AC Milan and FC Inter to consider retaining San Siro as a venue for youth and women's football. After quick analysis both teams stand against such option. Now another hypothesis is under consideration.
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New design: As Western United prepare to break ground
When we showed you the first concept, they didn't even have a final name and club colours. Now Western United are already an A-League team and the stadium vision has changed entirely. See it here!
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Liverpool: Everton to submit planning application next week
Just before Christmas the Toffees plan to submit the long-awaited planning application for their Bramley-Moore Dock stadium. New renders of the venue are planned for the occasion.
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Rotterdam: Feyenoord City opening postponed again, to 2025
For the second time in 2019 Feyenoord was forced to postpone opening of the new 63,000-seater. Not in 2023, not in 2024, the country's largest football stadium will come no sooner than 2025.
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Poland: Huge issue in Katowice as stadium cost doubles
Instead of planning permission by year end, scandal is brewing in Katowice, the latest Polish city to plan a brand new stadium. A poor quality media spectacle showed how both the city and architects made mistakes.
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New design: Cambridge United's ambitions on show
It might be one of the most iconic small stadiums across England. Except it's a really early vision, with no funding or even a solid, predictable price tag. So let's see if CUFC find an investor willing to be part of the scheme.
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Denmark: First tifo using 'cold' pyrotechnics
Usually when flares set the south stand alight in Brøndby, it means fines for the club. But not this time, despite supporters having lit hundreds of flares. Why? These were the safe, legal pyrotechnics created here in Brøndby.
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Georgia: Batumi stadium to be ready ahead of time
Despite contractual deadline passing in October of 2020, the new stadium in Batumi should be delivered in March. This was announced by Georgia's prime minister during his visit at the construction site.
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Who's got the home advantage at Euro 2020?
Anyone remembering Iceland's Euro 2016 adventure would surely like to know who might make such waves in 2020. But for the first time, one in four teams will play all group games at home. And home advantage is not nothing...
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New design: Woking's grand dream about to go forward
On display for a few months, now the plans for new Woking FC stadium seem more real than before, with funding secured and planning application filed. Construction might begin in 2021.
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Switzerland: Return to historical Wankdorf name in Bern
Much to the joy of football fans, the home of Young Boys will soon return to its traditional name. Not due to lack of naming rights holders, rather because the company in question respects the local tradition.
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New design: Finally, progress in Jena
After nearly a decade in the making, reconstruction of Ernst-Abbe-Sportfeld finally seems to be just months away. With private partner selected by the city of Jena, works could begin in 2020.
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Glasgow: Queens Park FC show their new home
With Hampden being taken over by the Scottish FA, Queens Park FC are preparing to relocate to Lesser Hampden. Holmes Miller was picked to redevelop the secondary stadium.
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SDC5: Here are the winning designs
Igor Laerte - remember that name. Designer from Brazil is the very first in the history of the Stadia Designers Cup to win two editions in a row! What's more, he did it in a spectacular style outclassing rivals in every field. Despite this, the competition leaves South America and returns to Europe in 2020!
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England: Nottingham Forest file planning application
As promised to supporters, the Reds have filed paperwork before year end. Submission in early December increases chances for decision to come in time for optimal groundbreaking.
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New stadium: First of Sydney's new stadia
While eyes turn on the future of Allianz Stadium and ANZ Stadium, Sydney already has its first fresh sports venue. Bankwest Stadium opened this year in Parramatta and it joins StadiumDB now.
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New design: Professional soccer coming to Rhode Island
With no team at central level of US soccer/football, Rhode Island is one of the states left behind in recent craze to establish new clubs. This should change in 2022, when the new USL Championship team Riptide should kick off at a new scenic stadium.
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New construction: Wimbledon added at a tough moment
Starting today you can see construction photos from the Plough Lane project in Merton, London. Unfortunately, the moment is dire for AFC Wimbledon as the club is facing a huge funding shortage to deliver the stadium.
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Poland: Contract for new Płock stadium signed
On Friday the city of Płock officially signed the design+build contract for new 15,000+ stadium for Ekstraklasa contenders Wisła Płock. The phased development is expected to conclude in late 2022.
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Croatia: Osijek stadium rising from the ground
Four cranes have arrived on the site of what will be Croatia's most modern stadium. Foundation phase is progressing towards completion after many months of arduous preparations.
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Liverpool: The Reds reveal new Anfield Road Stand
With capacity of 16,000 fans, this phase of Anfield revamp would bring total size to over 61,000, much to the joy of supporters on season ticket waiting list. Today sees launch of public consultation, more details are expected in 2020.
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Italy: New Cagliari stadium coming in 2024
The city council voted largely in favour of new local plan that will see Cagliari Calcio's new stadium built. Should all go well, the project could see groundbreaking in 2021 and delivery in 2024.
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Turkey: Bursa's crocodile head finally being finished
Though structurally in place since last year, the massive crocodile head of Bursaspor's stadium still hasn't been finished. Finally, at the end of 2020, first events might take place inside it.
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Liverpool: Consultation begins on Anfield expansion
We might not have renderings for you yet but the moment is what many have been waiting for. This week consultation begins over Anfield Road Stand expansion, which will eventually bring Anfield capacity to 60,000.
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England: What's Coventry City up to this time?
Supporters of the Sky Blues were the ones to reveal that the club is considering three potential stadium locations. Coventry City FC and owners SISU don't seem to be happy about this release.
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Kaiserslautern: Investor to take over at 1. FCK and stadium?
The city is already evaluating what millionaire Flavio Becca proposes to build around the stadium, should he buy it from taxpayers. Meanwhile, Becca is waiting for new club authorities to announce his investment.
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England: Forest Green Rovers with revived stadium hope
The project seemed effectively dead in June but now there are two separate opportunities to bring it back to life. The council may approve it in mid-December and if not, planning inspector may reinstate the scheme.
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Tokyo: Olympic Stadium ready, opening soon
Japan Sport Council has announced the delivery of Japan's new national stadium in Tokyo. After handover on November 30 the venue will begin preparing for its opening events in December and January.
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Allegiant Stadium signs second casino partnership
While it should have been clear from the start that a Las Vegas stadium would include gambling in one way or another, it's still not certain what exactly is planned. But with the second casino signing 'founding partnership' contract, something's surely cooking!
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Miami: Hard Rock Stadium drops single-use plastic
All it took was determination to set an example. They began preparations in August and are ready to get rid of 99.4% single-use plastic from December, 22.
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Tennessee: Nashville MLS stadium hit with delay
Demolition of old faigrounds facilities was supposed to begin in early Otober but as of today nothing has happened. The delay is caused by change in the mayor's office.
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Amsterdam: ArenA to grow again before Euro 2020
The effort to push in as many seats as possible continues in Amsterdam. Before Euro 2020 the stadium is likely to reach some 56,000 in capacity, which represents growth of some 5,000 since its opening in 1996.
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Bristol: Ashton Gate also going cashless
Bristol City fans can expect to see a speedier service at Ashton Gate Stadium as the club introduces cashless payment options on matchdays. Cash will remain an option in some points of the stadium.
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SDC5: You select the best concept for Red Bull Bragantino
Eight designers, each one of a different nationality and two debutants among them. Which one of them has design the best stadium for Red Bulls from Bragantino? It’s time to find out. The choice is in your hands!
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Premier League's home advantage by club
If you were to judge solely on home record, Liverpool is the hegemon of Premier League. The Reds have a 46-game unbeaten streak and that means we're into their third season without a home loss. Take that as a free betting tip.
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New stadiums and updates: Here's to Finland!
For the first time they've advanced to European Championship. It's high time to update our Finnish section. Here are 6 new stadia from Finland and updates of two major grounds.
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Belgium: Standard reveals high stadium budget
Though only one grandstand will be built from scratch, reconstruction of Stade de Sclessin will cost more than any other Belgian stadium project delivered in recent history. Should everything go well, construction will begin in second half of 2020.
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Budapest: Celebration without victory
Sell-out crowd welcomed Budapest's new football temple. And even though Uruguay won the opening game against Hungary, the inauguration of Puskás Aréná was a historic event. In just over half a year Euro 2020 is coming to this impressive venue.
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Turkey: The curious case of Adana stadium
It was supposed to open in 2016. Then in 2017, then 2018. OK, but early 2019 just had to be the date, right? Nope, as of now the new stadium won't open until early to mid-2020, despite having been physically ready for months. And we just don't know why...
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Liverpool: Everton reveals huge support for new stadium
While it was to be expected, the consultation process led by Everton is a major show of support for the Toffees' relocation plans. The entire scheme, the proposed stadium design and the legacy plan for Goodison Park are all viewed very favourably by the fanbase.
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England: Minor stadium, major piece of news
After over 12 years of exile, Gloucester City are now preparing to return home. Their new stadium will be built exactly on the site of Meadow Park, which was famously destroyed in the 2007 flood.
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#MisjaStadion: 91-95 – From Świdnica to Orzeł Łódź
It's the single last batch of new Polish stadiums as part of #MisjaStadion. And about time, after all it's November 11 and Poland's Independence Day. About time to give you stadiums number 91-95 and then update grounds number 96-100. Enjoy!
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Argentina: ¡Bienvenido a casa, Pincharratas!
Pardon our Spanish, we just thought it's worth it. After all, third reconstruction began 17 years ago and for the past 14 years (or, as they count it: 5,186 days) Estudiantes were forced to live a nomadic life. Their exodus is over now!
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StadiumDB Interview: La Nueva Olla can grow even more!
Tonight for the first time the final of Copa Sudamericana will be held at a neutral venue. And quite a venue it is! To mark the occasion, we release our interview with its creator, Alfredo Angulo Quevedo.
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England: Luton hit by new delay
Request for judicial review by potential competition is the latest setback for Luton Town. It remains unclear how much time it could cost but the football club and borough council remain defiant in their decision to proceed.
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StadiumDB Newsletter: Issue 88 - MLS, Euro 2024 and more
Developments on two latest MLS franchises, Euro 2024 host Frankfurt, as well as Rome, Sao Paulo and Cape Town... Along with 10 fresh updates from Poland here is what got our attention over the last 7 days. If you wish to receive weekly digests straight into your mailbox, subscribe below!
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Minneapolis: U.S. Bank Stadium confirmed as bird trap
The ultramodern stadium in Minneapolis has been proven to kill birds during migratory seasons. But while it's one of the most dangerous glazed buildings for birds, the number of fatalities isn't as big as initially feared.
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#MisjaStadion: 86-90 – Five recently upgraded grounds
We're staying within small Polish stadiums, but all of these were revamped in recent years. Here are five latest stadium additions before we move on to the final 10 from Poland!
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Argentina: Estudiantes celebrate green status
Just ahead of sentimental reopening, the new stadium of Estudiantes de La Plata received two major certificates confirming the effort to deliver a sustainable, eco-friendly stadium.
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New stadium: GMHBA Stadium
Just west of Melbourne, in the suburbs of Geelong, sits one of Australia's most historical oval stadiums. This unlikely home to A-League's Melbourne Victory and Western United joins StadiumDB today.
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Nottingham: Forest to submit planning application by year end
Two meetings for supporters and local community are planned next week but that's not the biggest piece of news. Should all go well, planning application will be filed this year, while construction is expected to begin next year.
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#MisjaStadion: 81-85 – Five small grounds
For the first time in history we can show you stadiums in Kazimierza Wielka, Bełżyce, Bielsko-Biała (Rekord), Skarżysko-Kamienna (Ruch) and Góra Kalwaria. They're among the smallest we've added to date as we reach 85 Polish updates out of 100 planned.
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Cape Town: Can rugby save Cape Town Stadium's finances?
Authorities of Cape Town have announced a 50-year partnership with Western Province Rugby, who would become the anchor tenants at Cape Town Stadium, starting in 2021. But that doesn't mean stable revenue just yet.
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#MisjaStadion: Opening up the last quarter
We last left you at 75 out of 100 stadium presentations/updates from Poland, now it's time to finish the list. Here are photos from 5 cities, with special mention for Białystok, where we did an extensive photo shoot.
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New design: Third vision for St. Louis
Completely different architecture, even the location is different. But what makes the biggest difference is the fact that MLS has officially expanded to St. Louis and now the stadium has to be built!
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Sao Paulo: Forced agony of Canindé
Since August no football game took place here, but concerts are hosted regularly. Combined with irrigation system's malfunction, it turned the field into a disaster – one that the home club has to face soon. A report by Estadão.
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Frankfurt: Eintracht takes over, expansion coming
The city and Eintracht Frankfurt have reached understanding and for the next 15 years the club should become Commerzbank Arena's single operator. The city pledges to increase capacity to 60,000.
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Rome: Roma stadium slightly more expensive
The largest Roman sports and commerce centre will surely cost more than €1 billion now. But the slight nudge in price shouldn't be a problem. More importantly, review of all proceedings to date delivered very satisfying results.
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StadiumDB Newsletter: Issue 87 - So much happened in a fortnight
Italy, USA, Poland and the Netherlands have been on our minds more than other countries over the last fortnight. Here's the latest StadiumDB.com newsletter, which our subscribers get in their mailboxes free!
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Budapest: Hungarians to flood national stadium
Demand for tickets was so huge that the system crashed. All of the distribution took just 4 days and could have been even faster. In mid-November Hungary will see the first such impressive football crowd in years.
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Sacramento: After MLS expansion, construction should follow soon
Design phase is now complete, final construction drawings are being delivered. By May or June of 2020 construction should begin, just in time to finish in early 2022, when Sac Republic will join MLS.
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Dublin: Fourth stand at Tallaght to be ready in 2020
With latest addition of 2,000 seats behind the north end, Tallaght will become Dublin's second largest football stadium. It's also expected to attract non-sporting events in the future.
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The Netherlands: NAC Breda honours Polish liberators
For one night only the name of Rat Verlegh Stadion has been changed to Stanislaw Maczek Stadion, offering a tribute to general Maczek's 1st Armoured Division, which freed the city from Nazis 75 years ago.
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New York: NYCFC back to the Bronx? Residents wouldn't mind
Like a boomerang, NYCFC's search for a place to call home again hovers over Bronx, just south of Yankee Stadium. If this is to be the club's stadium site, residents would likely be in favour. Not unconditionally, though.
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Italy: Atalanta's 10-goal success
Their new north stand should have been ready yesterday but instead was delivered nearly a month earlier. This way over 9,000 more supporters were able to watch the team score 10 goals in just 2 games!
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Milan: Openness – but not unconditional
The citizens see Inter and Milan's new vision as a big chance, even the mayor is opening up. But there are still many questions regarding whether and how San Siro could actually be preserved, which stands against direct interest of both clubs.
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Miami: New visualization of Beckham’s stadium
Inter Miami unveiled a new visualization of Miami Freedom Park. The state of art ground could cost up to $966m.
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Freiburg: No games in the new stadium after 8 pm
As reported by Spiegel Online, football matches on the new FC Freiburg stadium cannot be organized in the evenings due to the court’s ruling. The aim of the decision is to protect local residents from excess noise.
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Copenhagen: Will Denmark have a new national stadium?
As reported by a newspaper Politiken, Denmark may have a new national stadium in the future. The state of art ground with a capacity of 50,000 could replace Telia Parken in this role.
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Nuremberg: The future of Max Morlock Stadion
A naming rights contract, by which the Nuremberg city stadium is named after iconic local footballer is expiring. What’s next? The city municipals predict it may be necessary to find another sponsor, which ultimately may mean a new name for the stadium.
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Rio de Janeiro: 2020 Copa Libertadores final at Maracanã
The South American Football Confederation announced the host of 2020 Copa Libertadores final host last Thursday. The game will be played on Rio’s iconic ground, Maracanã.
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Leeds: Possible expansion of Elland Road
During Leeds United one hundred years celebration, Angus Kinnear, club’s managing director announced, that Elland Road may be expanded in the near future. One condition though: the team must get promoted to Premier League.
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England: Torquay United to remain on Plainmoor
Plans to build a modern stadium in located in south-west England town of Torquay are going to fall through. The authorities of the club Torquay United anticipate, that such an undertaking would not be profitable under current conditions.
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Florence: A step forward for Fiorentina’s stadium plans
As reported by an Italian newspaper La Repubblica, Florence municipals agreed to sell the area for possible construction of Fiorentina’s new stadium. The mayor of the city, Dario Nardella anticipates, that the stadium could be ready in 48 months.
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Albania: Final opening date for new national stadium
Though official inauguration won't happen until Albania's Euro 2020 qualifier against France, Albanians will have the chance to visit the new stadium 2 weeks earlier, too...
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Poland: Plans for a new stadium in Chorzów for now cancelled
Bad news for all the Ruch Chorzów fans. The mayor of the city announced, that the new stadium will not be constructed in the near future due to the lack of funding in the city budget.
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Netherlands: Construction of the new Helmond Sport stadium to start this November
Finally the construction of the new sports center in Helmond will commence. Sportpark De Braak is planned to be opened in 2023.
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Cape Town: Uncertain future of Newlands Stadium
It is reported that the world’s second oldest rugby stadium may be soon demolished. Capetonians create a petition to save iconic Newland Stadium.
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England: Decision on Southend stadium in 2020
Six more months are needed to make the final decision on the future of Fossetts Farm Stadium. By March we should know what contribution the developers propose, which might possibly sway the decision in their favour.
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Romania: Over 30,000 child-supporters to watch match with Norway
A record number of young supporters will see today’s Euro 2020 qualifiers match between Romania and Norway. 30,000 children under the age of 14 will come to Arena Națională from all over the country to support their national team.
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London: West Ham to straighten stands for 2020/21?
After recent meeting of supporters' representatives we know something more about the plan to replace curved goal sections by straight ones. The new structures should be in place by 2020/21.
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Lisbon: Sporting's stadium to be named after CR7?
Speaking ot Italian website Tuttosport, Sporting president admited he wouldn't rule out naming the club's stadium after Cristiano Ronaldo. This would change a 63-year-long tradition of Jose Alvalade's name adorning the stadium.
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Columbus: Construction on Crew stadium officially ongoing
In the presence of over 4,000 people the new stadium for Columbus Crew began growing on Thursday. Well, no growing just yet, but it's a symbolic moment, seeing the 20th groundbreaking for an MLS stadium.
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Liverpool: Everton on schedule
On the one hand the Toffees are boasting their exemplary consultation process, on the other they reaffirm that planning application will be submitted before year end.
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Alkmaar: AZ removing most of the roof
We know the initial report conclusions, final one is expected in 2020. Also in 2020, AFAS Stadion will receive its new roof, possibly significantly different than the old one. Until then fans won't be protected from the elements.
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New design: Official vision for Płock
We're supposedly just days away from the signing of design+build contract in Płock. Here's how the 15,000-seater is likely to look, with only minor changes to be expected.
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StadiumDB Newsletter: Issue 86 - From Liverpool to Szczecin
From Liverpool going cashless to preparations for Euro 2024 and World Cup 2030, there's a lot going on in the stadium world, as always! Here's what caught our attention last week:
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Brussels: Last grasp for Eurostadium
After having failed in three instances, Ghelamco have to count on cassation from the Council of State. If not granted, all legal options for building Belgium's national stadium will be lost.
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Birmingham: Villa given green light to work behind north end
New superstore, museum and hotel are on the agenda in Birmingham, where Aston Villa have been granted permission to demolish major current buildings behind the north stand at Villa Park.
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Liverpool: Anfield transitioning to cashless payments
Starting last Saturday, only one till per kiosk at Anfield is still accepting cash payments. The move aimes at maximising profit by shortening service times, especially at peak periods.
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England: York Community Stadium to open in 2020
New football and rugby stadium in York is now expected to be delivered at the end of the year, though first game might not be possible until early months of 2020. Will York City FC move mid-season?
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Bruges: Opponents propose new stadium site
The city of Bruges has already declared interest and will evaluate the proposed relocation of new 40,000-seat stadium. It would be moved only 1 kilometer east of the currently earmarked plot.
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New construction: Stadion Floriana Krygiera
It's Poland's largest ongoing stadium project, so we couldn't have missed it on Stadiony.net. Courtesy of Pogoń Szczecin, we are now able to present you with regular updates from the construction site.
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Zurich: Second referendum might kill stadium plans
When winning one public vote seemed to be the final success, a second referendum is on the horizon in Zurich. If successful, it might halt or even lead to the plan being abandoned.
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Cincinnati: FC Cincy announces suite sales, conflict over parking
54 suites available for 5-10 years each, that's what FC Cincinnati revealed on Thursday. However, the club is still deadlocked with Hamilton County with regard to 1,000 parking spaces to be built beside the stadium.
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Colombia: Major overhaul proposed for Atanasio Girardot
Currently not in line with FIFA requirements, Medellin's best stadium is likely to see a major redevelopment in upcoming years, especially with the 2030 World Cup in mind. It would be Colombia's first stadium project delivered in the PPP formula.
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Edinburgh: Murrayfield's hospitality revamped
While some details have been left out, Scottish Rugby's national stadium is expecting a boost in revenue after a 5-month makeover of its hospitality areas. Meanwhile, construction of 'mini Murrayfield' should begin soon.
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Qatar 2022: Liverpool to open Education City Stadium
Fans of the Reds might reconsider their pre-Christmas plans, should they wish to celebrate their club's symbolic game in Qatar. Liverpool FC will open Education City Stadium in a Club World Cup semifinal. Against whom?
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StadiumDB Newsletter: Issue 85 - Milan, Sydney, UEFA finals and more
With European club competition hosting rights having been awarded we can safely send you this latest batch of news. Over the past week we've reported on a number of stadia, not all of them from front pages of regular media...
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The Netherlands: Roda JC supporters forced investor to leave stadium
Fans of Roda Kerkrade took it upon themselves to make the supposed investor leave, literally. He was forced out of the stadium and only found safety with the police outside. Investigation into the incident is ongoing.
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New designs: Monumental visions for Milan
Exciting renderings and the painful thought of farewell to San Siro – it was a mixed emotion Thursday for supporters in Milan. Two finalist concepts were revealed for the new home of FC Inter and AC Milan.
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New design: Third time's a charm for Sydney?
After two concepts of ANZ Stadium redevelopment were shelved, here's the third one. But this time groundbreaking is set just several months away. So it might just happen...
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Stuttgart: Major expense planned ahead of Euro 2024
Though the scope of work is advertised only as adjustments for Euro 2024, upgrading Mercedes-Benz Arena might prove more expensive than the entire reconstruction of 2009-2011. Total budget could reach €65 million.
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Belgium: Sporting Charleroi announce new stadium plan
You're not mistaken – they do play at a Euro 2000 venue, which was then downsized and is now too small to cope with expectations. That's why by 2024 there should be a 20,000-22,000 seat stadium some 5 km away from the current one.
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London: Tottenham agree on stadium debt refinancing
Converting debt into bonds and extending repayment period leaves Tottenham Hotspur with more wiggle room to run their football operations.
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UEFA: Petersburg, Munich and London take UCL finals
Three consecutive hosts for UEFA Champions League finals are revealed. It's the first ever final for Saint Petersburg, second for Munich's Allianz Arena and third for new Wembley. Also, Europa League and Super Cup venues for 2021 are announced.
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Barcelona: New Camp Nou to open in 2024
Despite previous assurances the Camp Nou reconstruction scheme has slipped back once more and is now set for completion in 2024. It's also expected to be more expensive than initially hoped.
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Japan: Closing the roof is too expensive
Retractable roof systems are nothing new or surprising. But it may come as a surprise that one of the stadia equipped with such system is no longer using it. It's just too expensive to operate.
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Berlin: 2023 Special Olympic project under threat
There might not be enough time to deliver the 20,000-capacity main stadium for 2023 Special Olympics in Berlin. Alternative plan is now being drawn, which sounds like good news to opponents of 'the world's most inclusive stadium'.
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Brussels: No new national stadium... for now
Rather ironically, in the year of Euro 2020 Brussels will again be in impasse, with no valid, aproved plan for a national stadium. But, KBVB and Golazo keep up their hopes for new Golden Generation Arena later on.
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Mexico: More details on new Estadio León
Fresh renderings, new groundbreaking date and info on potential partner for the multi-billion project. Hopefully, we might see the 35,000-seater in León ready in 2023.
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Bulgaria: 11 years of construction and this...
One incomplete grandstand and a portion of foundation for the second one. That's how far Varna's new stadium got as we reach its 12th year under construction. If you've ever seen a controversial project, this is it.
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StadiumDB Newsletter: Issue 84 - San Sebastian, Barcelona and more
After a month-long hiatus for overseas projects, we're back to covering football stadiums. But we hadn't all gone away and there's a hefty portion of reading waiting for you in our regular digest, covering current stadium events worldwide.
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India: Record-breaker to be ready in January
It hasn't even been built yet and already is the pride of India. You won't find an article in Indian media that doesn't celebrate Motera Stadium's dominance over Melbourne Cricket Ground, currently the largest cricket stadium.
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Los Angeles: Naming rights announced, please welcome SoFi Stadium
It's still 10 months before opening, but naming rights partner is already announced. SoFi is said to have agreed the most expensive contract of all NFL stadia. No wonder, the stadium has unprecedented price tag, too.
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Russia: Kaliningrad stadium surrounded by cavities
Asphalt rolling into waves, pavement holes a meter deep, sewers and drainage not working and all of that blamed on... beavers? No, that's just a local joke in Kaliningrad, where stadium construction remains a controversial issue.
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San Sebastian: New Anoeta officially opened
Though construction works will go on in upcoming months, Real Sociedad can already celebrate the reopening of their home ground. And they have an impressive victory over Atletico Madrid to show for it.
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London Stadium's naming rights search goes on
The owner of London Stadium —E20— is still looking for a naming partner for the arena, a search that’s been going on for years.
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Berlin: Could Hertha move to the airport?
While the club continues to persist on building within Olympiapark, odds for that seem slim. The senate has proposed a different solution: football stadium within the Tegel airport, which will go defunct soon.
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England: Brighton abandoning cash payments at Amex Stadium
This time next year American Express Community Stadium will no longer accept cash. The process of dropping cash payments begins with first kiosks this weekend. The move is expected to cut queues in half at key times.
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Belo Horizonte: Unanimous council approval for Atletico's stadium
All 38 members at the plenary voted in favour of the bill that gives green light to Atletico Mineiro's new stadium. The vote was welcomed by numerous supporters in the gallery.
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Iran: Stadium activist dies of self-incineration
Her only fault was executing what is considered basic human right in all other countries worldwide. Sahar Khodayari set herself on fire last week, as she preferred death to further incarceration. She passed away on Monday.
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Poland: Płock cancels stadium tender
After waiting since 2016, now supporters of Wisła Płock realise another year has been lost. Uniquely lengthy stadium tender was cancelled after nearly 12 months since being launched in 2018.
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Germany: Energie Cottbus priced out of their ground?
You may remember them from Bundesliga but now Energie are in dire straits, stuck on fourth tier. While their 2019/20 budget is safe, the club might be forced to contemplate leaving their ground in a year.
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Istanbul: Galatasaray planning capacity increase
Two consecutive championship titles, new season ticket record. No wonder that Galatasaray are, according to Sabah, contemplating ways to expand the stadium. It might prove viable to reach 60,000 seats with no ingeration in main structure of the building.
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Everton ready with a plan to build a new futuristic £500 million stadium
English football club Everton recently unveiled the proposed designs of a brand-new £ 500 million futuristic stadium that will be constructed on a semi-derelict dockland situated north of Liverpool. The management of the club claims that the stadium built with glass, steel and bricks will provide a £ 1 billion boost to the Liverpool’s economy.
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Austria: Forest replaced field, football left outside
It's ready for opening: almost 300 trees have been planted inside one of Austria's most expensive stadiums. This means home team was downgraded to nearby training field, which is being expanded to allow matchday use.
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Poland: Lublin's dome vision revealed
It's expected to be the best motorcycle speedway stadium worldwide, now likely with permanent dome on top. But there are still many questions unanswered, especially regarding its price tag.
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Brussels: Students to design new national stadium
Seven universities across Belgium are taking part in an open competition launched by initiators of the new national stadium. It will likely replace the current Stadion Koning Boudewijn.
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Milan: San Siro capacity cut for safety reasons
It won't make a difference during most games, but for top clashes there will be some 2,000 fewer seats available at Italy's largest stadium. The decision was made following vibrations of the third ring and will last until the end of 2019/20.
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Florence: What’s new with Fiorentina’s stadium plans?
According to Rocco Commisso, ACF Fiorentina owner, the construction of the new stadium is not the only possibility considered by the club. Renovation of Stadio Artemio Franchi could be an alternative.
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Barcelona: Inauguration of a new FC Barcelona stadium
FC Barcelona’s reserve stadium was opened on August 27th. The main highlight of the inauguration was a friendly match between FC Barcelona and Ajax Amsterdam U19 teams.
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Belgrade: A tank outside Red Star stadium
A controversial monument was placed outside Red Star Belgrade stadium. A tank, which is a popular Red Star fans’ symbol, causes heated debate among football fans all around the world.
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Iran: Step forward in the fight for women’s return to stadiums
Female football fans will be able to support the Iranian national team during the match with Cambodia. They will be allowed to attend a football match for the first time in 40 years.
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Germany: Further problems with roof on MSV Duisburg stadium
As we can read in an announcement published on MSV Duisburg official website, the next match on Schauinsland-Reisen-Arena will probably be postponed. The roof construction turned out to be unsafe once again.
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Liverpool: What’s new with Anfield Road?
Liverpool FC officials announced a new plan for Anfield Road reconstruction. As a result the ground is to reach over 61,000.
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Georgia: Construction of Batumi Stadium entering its final phase
Construction of Batumi Stadium is progressing faster than anticipated. The inauguration may take place even nine months earlier than it was previously determined.
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Miami: The soil at the Beckham stadium site dangerously polluted
According to The Miami Herald, the site where new Inter Miami stadium is to be built is highly contaminated. Soil analysis shows that arsenic levels may be even as high as twice the acceptable limit.
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Germany: Stadium am Zoo project ready to be approved
In German city of Wuppertal architectural design studio Küpper Bros submitted the project of the stadium renovation. In September the city council will decide about the start of reconstruction.
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Switzerland: Uncertain future of Aarau stadium
The design of a new stadium for FC Aarau was created in 2008, however the construction has not started yet. On August 26th the city council will decide about the stadium’s future.
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Wolfsburg: VfL stadiums getting greener
Starting with the first game of 2019/2020 season VfL Wolfsburg introduces a green initiative in their stadiums. They want to put an end to creating plastic waste.
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Rome: Stadio Olimpico prepares for Euro 2020
Virginia Raggi, meer of Rome, in her facebook announcement informed, that the city council approved the project for Stadio Olimpico renovation. This way the stadium will prepare for being one of twelve co-hosts of UEFA Euro 2020.
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Alkmaar: Preliminary information about AFAS Stadium catastrophe
Couple of days after the roof over AFAS Stadium collapsed an investigation to determine the cause of the catastrophe is underway. So far, the main suspects are photovoltaic panels installed there in 2016.
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Belgium: Tan getting cold feet in Kortrijk?
Vincent Tan might not end up being the preferred private partner on KV Kortrijk’s proposed new stadium. But even if he shows no interest, the city intends to build the stadium with a different partner.
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Albania: Naming rights partners invited
Opening of the new national arena is on the horizon now, so the search for naming rights partner is intensified. Mid-August is the deadline for prospective partners to submit their bids.
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Brazil: Atlético Mineiro getting closer to a new stadium
The mayor of Belo Horizonte submitted a bill to the city council to approve the project of MRV Arena. It is one of the final steps required to get the permission to build the stadium.
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Stadia Designers Cup: Direction - Brazil!
Summer break? For all stadiums designers all around the world it has ended with last week of July. As in previous years, the end of July is about the time for Stadia Designers Cup to begin! For fifth edition the competition has left Europe for the very first time.
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New stadiums: The treasures of Dalmatia
You may have visited these places as a tourist, now let's see their stadiums. Trogir and Klis may boast small grounds, but the views fans get are world class. Join us with Groundhopping Merseburg to discover them!
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Alkmaar: Roof collapse shakes AZ stadium
Central portion of the roof over opposite straight's fell onto the seats below on Saturday afternoon. There are no injuries, emergency services are on site.
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2026 World Cup: $60 million for Camping World Stadium upgrade
Orange County Commision approved the plan for Camping World Stadium renovation. The stadium is one of 23 grounds competing to host one of World Cup games.
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Spain: Check that (lack of) leg room in Vigo
Each row has depth 20-30 centimeters below international standards and yet the municipal authorities decided to install large folding seats. The outcome should have been predicted: dramatically little leg room.
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StadiumDB Newsletter: Issue 83 - Wimbledon and Freiburg push forward
August means we're back to league and cup football in most European countries. As always, summer brings interesting developments. Here are the ones we covered last week.
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Liverpool: Pattern joins Meis Architects to deliver Bramley-Moore
London-based practice Pattern is to take over from Sheppard Robson as the delivery architect on Everton FC’s £500m Bramley Moore Dock stadium. The company will thus work alongside Dan Meis' team, who have been on the job since 2017.
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Leicester: LCFC hire Legends to plan stadium expansion
Leicester City Football Club has appointed Legends International to undertake crucial market research that will underpin plans for the proposed expansion of King Power Stadium.
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New design: Helmond's green landmark
Covered with grass and wrapped in cycling paths, with hidden educational and sports facilities. This planned stadium in Helmond is so interesting that you won't mind seeing only one render.
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Las Vegas: LV Raiders will play in Allegiant Stadium
During a topping-off ceremony Las Vegas Raiders owner, Mark Davis announced the owner of stadium naming rights. According to Las Vegas Review-Journal, home of LV Raiders is going to be known as Allegiant Stadium.
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Belgium: Royal Antwerp about to break ground again
It's going to be a fascinating but stressful year at Royal Antwerp. The Great Old are returning to European football and cannot play at home due to insufficient standard. In order to change this, they're about to launch their second grandstand reconstruction.
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England: Luton spends £1m on stadium facilities
As LutonToday informs, Luton Town stadium underwent renovations before club’s first in over a decade season in The Championship. The club’s owners spent over £1m on new facilities.
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England: Huddersfield fans campaign for a more sustainable stadium
Not exactly the usual supporters campaign, or maybe it's a sign of the times. Fans of Huddersfield Town are now appealing for less waste, more recycling and access to free drinking water during games.
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Germany: SC Freiburg gives fans an ultra-detailed preview
Their online model doesn't just let you pick your future seat. You can give your height, check sun/shade on any given hour and change position from sitting to standing. On top of that, ticket prices will be frozen or lower, depending which area you pick.
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Top Football Stadiums in the World
Football is rightly considered one of the most loved and followed sporting activities in the world. People always gather around football events. Quality football games fill fans with emotions, passion as well as strong feelings. But good football is not found everywhere. Fans like enjoying football in good sporting infrastructure, here are the 10 most emblematic stadia in the world.
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England: Peterborough United to purchase their stadium
Owners of Peterborough United reached an agreement with Peterborough City Council. ‘Stadium purchase heads of agreement’ will be signed on August 17.
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Wales: Swansea City co-host leaves their stadium
According to WalesOnline rugby team from Swansea considers building their own stadium. For 14 years Ospreys have been sharing Liberty Stadium with football team Swansea City.
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Sports betting coming to stadiums in the USA
For decades, the USA banned sports betting, outside of exempt states like Nevada. Major Leagues like the NFL, NHL, NBA and MLB all stood firmly behind the ban, making it impossible to imagine a day when sports betting kiosks would ever pop up in stadiums. However, a recent overruling means that sports betting will soon take its place in major stadiums within certain states in the USA.
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Is casino a stadium? Well, it's being built in the stadium district
Philadelphia is getting a fresh entertainment venue, right beside those that have been in operation for many years. It's part of the stadium district, but sports betting might be the only sports-associated activity to take place there.
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London: Wimbledon's opening million
If the first 24 hours is anything to go by, AFC Wimbledon should feel safe in their record-scale crowdfunding effort. In just 24 hours over 1,100 people donated nearly £1 million!
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Poland: Widzew fans install kneeler at new stadium
It would have been just another record-breaking season ticket campaign for Widzew Łódź supporters. But thanks to a simple idea by fans association it became a viral story that brings a smile to people's faces.
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Sydney: New political scandal around Allianz Stadium
No new stadium, no old and functional one. Sydney is left without its iconic football stadium as the supposed contractor decided not to build. And it turns out there was no contract in place that would bind him...
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Columbus: Crew announce Legends partnership
After many larger stadiums, now Legends is on board to help develop the new Columbus Crew stadium. Crew announced the crucial partnership after having already worked with the agency for some time.
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Manchester: Stretford End to change for disabled people
United have received planning approval for their latest expansion of Old Trafford. This time the change in capacity is cosmetic, but in terms of facilities for disabled supporters it's fundamental.
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StadiumDB Newsletter: Issue 82 - Everton's dream and more
The long-awaited Everton stadium design, the first women's football stadium and farewell to Estadio Vicente Calderón – those were just some of the things on our minds over the past week.
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Spain: Renovation of Estadio José Zorrilla
Over 1,500 new seats, lowered field and a fresh look during TV broadcast – here's what's coming this summer to Valladolid. But the new owner has bigger plans, starting with buying the stadium outright from the city hall.
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Munich: TSV 1860 will get help in stadium upgrade
The city council decided a way forward. Perhaps already next year expansion of Grünwalder Stadion could be under way. But while the stadium is about to grow, it also has to lose one or more of its tenants.
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New design: Everton finally reveals all cards
The leaks were confirmed as to stadium design but that didn't take away any of the excitement. Everton might have a very bright future if this beauty in the docks is delivered as planned.
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Las Vegas: Final year of Raiders build
As construction progress exceeds 50%, we're almost into the last 12 months of Las Vegas Raiders stadium project. It hasn't been free from issues and yet no delays are expected. Here's a look at current situation.
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New Zealand: Glamping at a stadium, anyone?
It's supposedly the first project of its kind, seeing two luxurious domes erected at Eden Park. You may book them on Airbnb year round, including on matchdays. Any takers?
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Madrid: So ends the legend of Calderón
Though severely wounded, it's still standing strong today. But come September, the last grandstand will begin disappearing. Even supporters, whose ashes were burried beneath the stadium, have now moved to the Metropolitano.
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New design: FC Metz's grand design
Their stadium is instantly recognisable for its unique layout. But in 2 years this will change, as will facades, seating, lighting, sound and many other features, all worth some €60 million.
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Poland: Total disaster in Chorzów? Not yet, but close
The country's most honoured club might not have a team this time next year. Employees are on strike, supporters launched a boycott and the new stadium simply isn't coming, despite numerous promises.
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New design: A first for women's football in England
While we weren't able to independently verify it, Barnsley Women's FC claim their proposed stadium would be the very first built specifically for women's football. So we may be looking at history in the making.
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StadiumDB Newsletter: Issue 81 - From Milan, through Cologne, to Lviv
While Milan is in the wake of making a huge decision on San Siro's future, we've also taken a look at German, English, American and Ukrainian stadiums recently, having added two fresh designs as well.
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London: 100,000 supporters demand changes at Arsenal
Leading supporter groups launched a petition and it has just surpassed 100,000 signatures. Club owner's son released his reply but it fails to address any specific issue raised by fans. No wonder the pressure continues to grow.
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Germany: Arminia open skybox for autistic fans
The 2019/20 season will be quite special in Bielefeld, where the football club has created a special piece of stadium space for fans with autism. Two skyboxes await up to 5 autistic supporters (with companions) per game.
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Paris: France to “get rid of” Stade de France
In 6 years the current lease runs out. No matter what happens next, new senate report sees no place for current operator. It also recommends that the French government cedes ownership onto a private entity.
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Cologne: Expansion doable but expensive
1. FC Köln reacted with hope to the latest feasibility study into possible expansion of RheinEnergie Stadion. But reaching 75,000 would come at a very, very high price.
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New design: Because Populous had to change it all
When you hear about Populous taking over someone else's project, don't expect cosmetic changes. It's a total revamp in Cincinnati, bringing some fresh stuff to MLS stadium lineup. No revolution, but interesting addition.
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Barcelona: Opening of 'Mini Estadi' on August 27
Yesterday's board of directors meeting brought the long-awaited confirmation: August 27 is the date when Estadi Johan Cruyff opens its doors. Rival on the day will be Ajax, the most fitting one.
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Lviv: FK Karpaty moving towards private stadium
The Lviv city council approved outline plan for a new stadium, to be built within the bowl of old Stadion Ukraina. Thanks to vastly decreased size, there will be enough room for extensive anciliary uses.
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Kentucky: Louisville stadium half way there
Fresh stadium for Louisville City FC is now over 50% ready, just a year since groundbreaking. This time next year it's expected to have a number of games already hosted as it begins its debut USL season.
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Brussels: Anderlecht with first naming rights deal
It was a major event in Brussels on Friday. Anderlecht officially confirmed that their stadium will be renamed to Lotto Park. Some find it painful, others cheers for extra revenue. But there's one more fear...
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England: Well, look here, Hillsborough sold as well
Sheffield Wednesday are officially following in the footsteps of Derby County and Aston Villa. They sold their stadium to club owner. Why? One can only speculate. So let's do exactly that!
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Chicago: Fire and Bridgeview agree end of lease
Starting next year, Chicago Fire will be able to find a new home outside Bridgeview. So says the agreement reached by the village of Bridgeview and Fire, allowing termination of stadium lease.
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Milan: Here's why they want to demolish San Siro
Only one murky rendering of what is a preliminary masterplan. And yet that's enough to notice why there's no room for San Siro in Inter and Milan's new scheme: it would take up space needed for commercial use.
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Germany: Seats removed, stablisation of Magdeburg's north stand ongoing
MDCC-Arena in Magdeburg will soon grow to just over 30,000 spectators. A 4,000 increase is owed to the removal of all seats from the north end. But before fans are allowed inside, the structure has to be stabilised.
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New design: Kosovo's first actual national stadium
Europe's controversial new country doesn't have a true national stadium as of now, though numerous sports projects are being developed. But sooner than later a venue worthy of a UEFA Super Cup might come to Kosovo.
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Gelsenkirchen: Veltins Arena loan fully repaid
It was the largest stadium loan of its day, now it is no more. In July Schalke 04 have finally paid the very last instalment of their stadium loan and Veltins Arena is fully paid off.
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London: Newham still hiccups after London Stadium
Mayor of the Newham district recently assured there will be further probing of how and why the London Stadium ownership issue became a huge mess, losing taxpayers big money.
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England: Scunthorpe granted long-delayed permission
Even though green light for construction is good news, Scunthorpe United are furious. Extended and unexplained delays in proceedings have cost the team millions, reportedly.
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StadiumDB Newsletter: Issue 80 - Madrid, Liege and much more
While summer football tournaments have reached their conclusion as we speak, work is beginning for those winning promotion to improve their facilities ahead of the new season. We've been to the European Football Fans Congress in Lisbon and we'll soon give you more on that in the following days!
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Milan: Feasibility study for 'new San Siro' ready
After half a year of work Inter and Milan are ready to present the outcome at the city hall. A brand new stadium might be ready by 2025, but San Siro will stand until at least 2026.
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USA: Columbus stadium closer yet later
With financial contribution from the city of Columbus approved this week, we're moving closer towards a brand new stadium for Columbus Crew. However, the stadium might not be complete until the 2022 season.
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Birmingham: Aston Villa's troubling stadium sale
Promotion to Premier League for 2019/20 may actually mean trouble for Aston Villa. In order to avoid penalty on Financial Fair Play issues, the club sold its stadium to a different entity. There might be issues associated with such move.
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New design: Standard's new standard
For the first time since Euro 2000 the stadium in Liege will see a major change. If the club get their way, its famous three-tiered stands will finally be enclosed, while all visitors should receive a new standard of services.
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Madrid: Problematic schedule of Bernabéu revamp
It was hoped that reconstruction of the stadium would not impact overall match schedule and yet exactly that is happening after just days of actual works. Real is asking to extend its hiatus from Bernabéu until September.
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Germany: Expansion to begin in Paderborn
Returning to Bundesliga after 4 seasons, SC Paderborn not only want to, but they also have to increase capacity. By early 2021 their home ground will reach 17,700 and might still be the very smallest throughout the league.
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Mexico: Liga MX migrating towards USA
Never before has Mexico's top flight had a stadium so close to the US border. The home of FC Juárez is just under 500 feet away from El Paso, Texas. But don't lose sleep, Donald Trump, they intend to relocate to a different venue...
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North Carolina: Second attempt for NCFC stadium
While club owner assures publicly that getting a spot in MLS isn't crucial, he needs to have the stadium deal approved in order to get it. And it might not be an easy pitch since he wants taxpayers to foot the bill.
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Las Vegas: Raiders select AEG Facilities to manage stadium
Raiders have announced AEG Facilities as operator of the yet-to-be new stadium in Las Vegas. AEG will take over even before opening and will make the venue one of its flagships.
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Birmingham: See the Commonwealth Games main venue
After impressive initial design, the final concept may seem modest. It's more sensible, though. If all proceedings go well, this time next year construction will already be underway.
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StadiumDB Newsletter: Issue 79 - San Siro and Atalanta most read
The U20 World Cup is over but no summer break is planned, not in the ever-fascinating world of football stadia. Other tournaments are now ongoing, while stadium developments should be expected throughout the summer. Here's what got our attention in the past days.
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Milan: San Siro demolition? Not so fast...
Early morning saw AC Milan chief suggest that San Siro will be demolished. In reaction to Milan mayor reminded him that he doesn't own San Siro and has no right to decide...
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Berlin: Germany's most inclusive stadium by 2023
With Special Olympics coming to Berlin in 2023, authorities will spend a whopping €160 million on new athletics stadium. It will replace the historical Friedrich-Ludwig-Jahn-Sportpark.
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England: York Community Stadium hit by further delays
While not definitive for opening date of the stadium, commercial part of the project has fallen behind once more. It seems inauguration of the ground would not come until late autumn, if not later.
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Milan: Both clubs opting out of San Siro?
It's still not official, but La Repubblica suggests Inter and Milan have agreed on building a brand new stadium instead of revamping San Siro. The project could be ready as soon as 2022.
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Glasgow: Hampden officially sold to SFA
The contract was expected back in 2018 but was deadlocked for procedural reasons. Now Queens Park FC are officially preparing to leave their spiritual home as Hampden Park will be transferred to Scottish FA. Not instantly, but still.
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England: Sunderland offer naming rights for Stadium of Light
For the first time in 140 years Sunderland is opening its stadium name to commercialisation. While it was talked about for months, now an official video clip pitches naming rights to prospective sponsors.
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Bergamo: Atalanta's fight against time
In early May it was all about demolition, now the first steps of new north end are in place. By the end of September the new stand should be ready and enable Atalanta's start in Champions League.
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Texas: Austin FC break record for season ticket interest
How much of it is publicity and how much fact – we do not know. But the numbers are truly stunning. Over 30,000 people expressed their desire for season tickets at the new Austin FC stadium in just one day.
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2019 FIFA U20 World Cup: Not that big of a tournament
We were nearly sure 400,000 tickets would be sold for 52 games of Poland's U20 World Cup and yet the final number fell significantly short. On average stadium occupancy reached just 44%.
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Poland: Płock faces tough choice on new stadium
Wisła Płock is literally the last Ekstraklasa club not to have a new stadium built or in the works. This might change but municipal authorities are facing a very difficult challenge: how to meet financial expectations of the only company willing to deliver the desired stadium.
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Scotland: First safe standing section dedicated to youth fans
It may be small but yet is a significant step. Its added value is financing by supporters themselves. Kilmarnock FC becomes Scotland's second team overall to install safe standing.
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England: Council vote shoots down Eco Park
Against their own planning officials, Stroud District councillors voted to reject the proposed Eco Park stadium last night. Forest Green Rovers are disappointed and might not pursue the project further.
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London: QPR naming rights against knife crime
Starting 2019/20, Loftus Road's name will change for the first time, to Kiyan Prince Foundation Stadium. The foundation is tackling anti-social behaviour and violence among local youth.
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London: Wimbledon launch stadium crowdfunding
The goal is ambitious but not impossible to reach. AFC Wimbledon hopes to raise more than 50% of its new stadium cost through crowdfunding. This would allow it to remain competetive on the field despite this major project.
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Bremen: Ultras against Weserstadion name change
After over 70 years Weserstadion will change its name. And the naming rights partner is both from another part of Germany and highly controversial. In effect fans took to the streets yesterday.
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New design: New MLS attempt from Las Vegas
It didn't work in 2015, now they're at it again. Las Vegas has a vision for new MLS stadium fitting 25,000 people. Surprisingly, the bid already has a challenger – second proposal from the same city!
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Poland: Krakow to host 2023 European Games
Officially decision is to be made on June 22. Unoficially it's sealed because no other city submitted a formal bid to host the 3rd edition of European Games.
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England: Wooden stadium a step from fruition
It took quite some time and forced major changes in the project, but finally the planning officers have approved Forest Green Rovers' new stadium. It's recommended for approval by council, vote should take place next week.
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Miami: Inter files final documents for Freedom Park Stadium
99 years – that's how long the lease will last, according to proposed agreement, filed on Wednesday by Inter Miami CF. It marks one more step towards the Miami Freedom Park stadium.
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England: Portsmouth considering new stadium
Fratton Park may be one of the most climatic and historic stadia in English football, but it's also increasingly expensive to maintain, while expansion is problematic due to numerous constraints. Yes, relocation is once more on the agenda.
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StadiumDB Newsletter: Issue 78 - Cup finals and U20 World Cup
As we're freshly after both European cup finals, the U20 World Cup is in its knock-out stage already. The season may be mostly over but still a lot is happening worldwide. Here's our latest roundup of the past week.
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British stadia turn to concert mode in revenue push
As the football season ends, stadia across the United Kingdom switch to concert mode. While not all operators decide to host such events, some have made it a regular feature to increase revenue.
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Poland: Łódź signs contract for third stadium
Today Poland's third largest city officially contracted its third major stadium. In no longer than 3 years the 18,000-seater should be fully delivered but contractors assured they will aim to finish work earlier.
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Aberdeen: Kingsford financing to be sealed in a year
As enabling works are to begin on the new Aberdeen FC football stadium, club vice-chairman assures the project's funding should be secured within the next 12 months, more or less.
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New stadiums: Sevilla & Alcorcón
Two goals in the Champions League final, two new stadiums from Spain. Yes, we celebrate the hosts rather than winners, especially since we have Anfield covered. Now, please welcome Estadio Jesús Navas and Estadio Santo Domingo to StadiumDB!
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New stadiums: Baku, Baku, Baku
In fairness, only two of these stadia are new to StadiumDB, but the third has only now received a major update. Here are Azersun Arena, ASK Arena and SKIF Stadionu.
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Liverpool: Everton to show future stadium in July
This July Everton supporters should finally be treated to updated, official stadium design. It would come during latest consultation phase, hopefully to be followed by planning application.
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England: Oxford United want new stadium, just not yet
In order to safeguard the future, OUFC are looking ar alternative stadium locations. However, for now they have to find a way to cohabit with Kassam Stadium's operator. Report by Oxford Mail.
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Australia: Western Melbourne stadium could come later
While advertised to be ready for late 2021, the new stadium in Wyndham is now expected to come later, in time for October of 2022. Probably more than one interim venue will have to be found for Western United FC.
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Europa League Final: All the pains of Baku
Some supporters have already been on the road for days to meet the 4,600 distance between London and Baku. Others stayed at home due to excessive prices, limited supply of tickets or even political reasons. But it really seems supporters where nowhere near UEFA's top priorities before the final.
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Las Vegas: Additional $40 million to host Super Bowl
Though construction is very advanced already, noticable changes are being made in the Las Vegas NFL stadium. 20 new suites and new business club will be added as part of a $40-million expense package.
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Leicester City: Could expansion begin next year?
At the end of season dinner Leicester City FC owner assured his father's vision of a larger club will be pursued. This also means adding some 10,000 seats to King Power Stadium. The process might begin as early as next year.
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London: Fulham to launch reconstruction this summer
After lengthy wait it's time to build at Craven Cottage. But before the stadium grows to 30,000, supporters will face two difficult seasons with fewer than 19,000 seats.
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A glance at the races
Even if you have no idea about horse racing, the names Kentucky Derby or Grand National immediately ring a bell. But did you know that racecourses are among the world's largest sports venues?
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2019 FIFA U20 World Cup: Let the games begin!
First four games of the U20 World Cup are to take place tonight. So far only a fifth of all matches are sold out as tournament hosts Poles are encouraged to buy tickets.
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Chicago: Fire to return to Soldier Field
When their new stadium first opened in 2006, it was a showcase of how MLS was to look. Just over a decade later, Chicago Fire need a relaunch in order to escape mediocrity. Soldier Field might be the answer.
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Tokyo 2020: Olympic Stadium's roof complete
On Friday the Japan Sports Council confirmed delivery of the most challenging part of the new National Olympic Stadium. Its roof, using a unique mix of steel and timber, is the largest such structure to top any stadium worldwide.
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New stadium: Qatar's new icon opened
Great ceremony, sell-out crowd, five goals and top officials in attendance. Now, that's an opening worthy of the most debated stadium of the 2022 World Cup!
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New designs: Remaining bidders for Polonia Warszawa
We know the winner, now we can also show you all four others concepts distinguished for their quality in recent design competition. They're all worth a look!
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Aberdeen: Higher cost of Kingsford complex confirmed
While Aberdeen FC had wanred earlier on that complete budget of their Kingsford project would be within £50 million, now it seems the stadium itself would cost 50 million, with the training centre consuming 12 million further.
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StadiumDB Newsletter: Issue 77 - Big plans by big brands
As the 2018/19 league season is nearing its final across Europe and beyond, we look at how some of the biggest brands in football are doing: Real, Chelsea, Roma, Hertha – all of them saw movement around their stadium projects. Plus Poland, Qatar, USA and beyond...
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Wolverhampton: Safe standing and grand plans
Wolves have revealed they will become the first in Premier League to convert an entire stand into safe standing. Even more, the football club showed first glimpse of how huge Molineux could become.
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Valencia: Mestalla's fate sealed
In order for the sale of Estadio Mestalla to go through, 70% of apartments planned in its place had to be reserved by June. It's may and we're already at 80%, which means the €113-million deal is safe. While demolition won't begin instantly, let's get used to not having this icon around...
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Coventry: Ricoh Arena moving towards 5G
Augmented reality half-time entertainment and 5G capability are among features to be introduced at Ricoh Arena with new Vodafone partnership.
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New design: Warsaw's oldest club to get new home
Despite stiff competition it's already the third stadium in Warsaw to be designed by JSK Architekci. Minimalist and elegant, the complex would likely cost €93 million or more.
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London: Chelsea looking for a way out?
Either cutting cost by massive £500 million or building in a new location – these are the scenarios revealed in an exclusive by New Civil Engineer. Chelsea FC calls it speculation only but at the same time doesn't deny specifics.
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#Misja Stadion: 71-75, from Białobrzegi do Sędziszów
Four out of these five were visited by us personally, here are the latest additions as part of #MisjaStadion. We're three fourths done with our journey to update/add 100 Polish stadia.
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Birmingham: Search begins for design+build contractor
The design and build contract is expected to be worth around £63m and will involve revamping Birmingham’s 40-year-old Alexander Stadium in Perry Park.
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Madrid: Real selects contractor, works to begin
With just one game left to play before the summer break, Real Madrid announced FCC Construcción as preferred bidder. Works will last 43 months, should begin within days.
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Miami: Lockhart Stadium demolition begins
The famous Floridian football stadium will soon be no more. Its demolition has officially begun on Wednesday despite competing bidder for the site still being eager to appeal the decision.
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Qatar 2022: Third record in turf laying
The Qataris are in a league of their own when it comes to unrolling playing fields. Last year they deivered the field in 13 hours, in March went down to 9 hours. Now it's less than 7 hours and they're not finished yet...
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Berlin: Hertha threatens to build a modular stadium
As hurdles continue piling up, Hertha sports director Michael Preetz claims he'd rather build a temporary, modular stadium than prolong the lease of Olympiastadion.
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Rome: “Construction times? […] close to the Colosseum”
AS Roma owner James Pallotta chose to joke about the constructiom time of their stadium being similar to that of the Colosseum. Actually no, the stadium will likely take longer...
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StadiumDB Newsletter: Issue 76 - Poland first, but a lot more as well
What an amazing week it's been in the stadium world. Great leap in Bergamo, new design from the St. Louis MLS bid and much more. But here on StadiumDB it's primarily about over 250 new photos of 20 stadiums – a number we haven't had in a while...
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China: Xi Jinping presents new national stadium for Belarus
President Alexandr Lukashenka and Chinese leader Xi Jinping met in China to discuss partnership between their countries. Part of it is the “gift” of a new stadium and international natatorium, which will be built in Minsk.
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Warsaw: Design for Polonia in two weeks
In mid-May we'll learn how the new stadium of Polonia Warszawa will look. Design competition is enjoying great interest with 17 architectural teams competing to deliver the 15,500-seat stadium.
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Scotland: Dundee relegated but new stadium still planned
With three games still to be played, Dundee FC are already the ones to be relegated. But descend to second tier will not stop the proposed new stadium, according to owners. A BBC report.
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#MisjaStadion: Stadiums #61-70 and 175 new photos!
Four new presentations and six updated – here's what we added in recent days to reach ground no. 70 on our way to update 100 Polish stadia. 5 more will come this week, more in the one after. We'll take a break to also enjoy some non-Polish content...
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London: QPR officially ask for new stadium
As part of the ongoing consultation process Queens Park Ranges have now officially published their response. The club is asking for a 30,000-capacity accessible and sustainable stadium.
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Argentina: Verón announces opening for Estudiantes
Legendary Argentinian international has the honour of inviting the “Pincharatas” community for official reopening of their home stadium. After 14-year exodus Estudiantes will return to Estadio Jorge Luis Hirschi on November 9.
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Italy: Atalanta begins reconstruction tomorrow
Tonight supporters have the very last chance to bid farewell to their belowed Curva Nord at Stadio Atleti Azzurri d'Italia. From April 30 demolition will begin in order for a brand new stadium to be ready in 2021.
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#MisjaStadion: #51-60, from Rzeszów to Stargard
Five new stadiums, five updates presentations, moving us from 50 to 60 stadiums on the road to 100. You'll find venues from all across Poland in this set, with the sad exception of north-eastern parts, but we'll get there, too...
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Safe standing: La Liga and Premier League have their first railings
Athletic Club and Tottenham made strides between March and April as the first teams in their respective leagues to install safe standing sections. While they differ in scale immensely, both of them are notable!
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#MisjaStadion: Time for second half!
For logistical reasons we had to halt our mission to add/update 100 stadiums from Poland. We decided to cut the project in half and are now ready to deliver the 50 queued presentations. Fasten your seatbelts...
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Berlin: Uncertainty over Hertha's relocation scheme
Settled in the middle of Bundesliga table, Hertha are still pushing to build their 50,000+ arena on the outskirts of Olympiapark, a short walk from Olympiastadion. But neither the authorities, nor local residents, nor the Berlin public are in with the plan. For now.
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StadiumDB Newsletter: Issue 75 - US news, mostly
With Easter behind us and Passover in progress, we hope everyone celebrating the holidays has/had a wonderful time. Please find the latest issue of our newsletter and subscribe to get it right to your inbox.
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England: Coventry saved at the last minute. For now...
Today all 72 clubs of EFL were supposed to discuss the expulsion of Coventry City, caused by continued stadium issues. As of today the Sky Blues have nowhere to play their 2019/20 campaign.
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New design: Second vision for St. Louis
It's pretty much the same MLS bid but a brand new stadium concept. With competition growing, a fresh venue is proposed for St. Louis, even if it's still considered an initial concept.
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Los Angeles: Roof shell ready in Hollywood Park
The world's most expensive stadium is two thirds complete at this point and will be able to welcome visitors in just 16 months. April saw the completion of its main canopy shell.
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MLS expansion: Two more spots open for new teams
As some have speculated, the top division in USA will grow faster than set initially. Instead of 28 teams, the new goal is 30 and already now MLS is the largest league by club number.
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NFL: Jaguars consider covering TIAA Bank Field
Jacksonville Jaguars are preparing to discuss a large upgrade to their stadium. It might involve a permanent sunroof or... an drones carrying temporary canopy. Yep, that's actually what owner Shahid Khan said.
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Kyiv: Historic debate, but what about the turf?
Two stages, electrifying debate and a thrilling final of a nasty election campaign. And yet to the operator of Ukraine's national stadium the biggest fear might be... will the field be ready for Ukrainian football classic?
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England: Lincoln City urgently need more capacity
They've just sealed promotion to the third league. Ticket demand was already at 90% occupancy at the 10,000+ Sincil Bank Stadium. The Imps now consider how it could be expanded before next season.
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Miami: Beckham reveals his flamingo
Double entendre? No, it's quite literal. David Beckham's ownership group has revealed the final concept of the planned MLS stadium at Freedom Park. And it's a huge pink flamingo.
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MLS expansion: Will Sacramento snap expansion from St. Louis?
Two finalists left, decision expected soon. Sacramento Republic have overwhelming support for their stadium plan, while St. Louis is yet to release final renderings of theirs and cannot show a solid financial structure for it. Will we see another MLS team in California?
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Poland: Sosnowiec announces stadium contractor
Against all odds the city of Sosnowiec will build its timber-clad stadium. Winning bidder was announced today. Despite exceeding planned budget, it's deemed satisfactory.
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London: Claret carpet to be unveiled on Saturday
London Stadium is expected to feel more and more like home. On Saturday it will first welcome fans with claret colour and WHU symbols around the field.
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Stepanakert Republican Stadium set to host this year’s CONIFA European Cup
Next time you are speaking to one of those people who seems to have watched football in every stadium under the sun, try slipping Stepanakert Republican Stadium into the conversation. Chances are, you will be met by a blank stare, but all that is likely to change this summer.
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Kentucky: Butchertown Stadium to be managed by AEG [video]
Louisville City have announced that Anschutz Entertainment Group will manage the new stadium in Butchertown. The brand new stadium for as many as 14,000 people should be ready next year.
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England: Luton plans won't be called in
The biggest remaining threat for Luton Town's stadium plans is no more. Secretary of state decided not to commission a review of the Newlands Park planning permission, which would have delay the project.
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StadiumDB Newsletter: Issue 74 - Tottenham and Real compete for attention
When the opening of new Tottenham stadium and Real's announcement that reconstruction of Bernabeu is about to begin both happen in one week, you know there's a lot going on. And there's more, of course, in our digest. Subscribe to get weekly summary in your inbox.
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London: Wimbledon announces ground works
“We have now given the official go-ahead for preliminary earthworks to start on the site of our new stadium.” a statement by The Dons Trust reads. Once contractors have the workforce on site, works will begin.
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California: City of Sacramento agrees terms with Sac Republic
Just days after new renders of the Sacramento Republic were revealed, the mayor of Sacramento announced an agreement was reached regarding construction of the MLS stadium.
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England: Oxford United threatened with closing over stadium debt
Former owner of Oxford United once more demands the club be wound up for not paying its stadium fees on time. Oxford United replies that the financial terms and way of negotiating are unfair.
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England: Derby County sold its stadium
On one hand Derby County can boast a huge boost financially instead of losses. On the other, the result was only achieved after sale of the stadium for almost 200% of its market value.
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Fan's perspective: Supporters kept saying just one word, Wow!
How does it feel coming back home after a spell at the national stadium. Well many of us were against the exorbitant prices of the new Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. I spent just over £1,000 for a season ticket for just 19 home Premiership matches. However, we were delayed time and time again, first it was meant to be September, then December and finally we moved.
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Madrid: Bernabéu revamp to begin after La Liga
The roof will disappear after current season, while all of the reconstruction should take 4 years. The outcome should become one of Europe's best stadiums, delivering an extra €150 million in Real Madrid's revenue.
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New design: Steaua's stadium after cuts
No other way to put it: the new stadium of Steaua Bucharest has suffered from severe cuts. No facade, everything simplified. And yet no cost decrease and it still won't be ready in time for Euro 2020.
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London: Rugby enters Spurs stadium
Just before opening, the new stadium of Tottenham received a 5-year tenancy by Saracens. The rugby team will hold one exhibition game per season at the 62,000-seater.
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Cincinnati: Populous take over from Meis
Global leaders Populous grab one more project despite not being authors of the original concept. This time they are to carry the FC Cincinnati stadium throughout construction. Late change helps Populous retain dominance in MLS.
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La Plata: Estudiantes push forward, sign crucial contracts
Within one week Estudiantes de La Plata signed deals for all of its stadium lighting, all seats, roof over the west stand and accessibility improvements. Every day closer to returning home!
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Zagreb: New stadium in just 2 years?
They may be global vice-champions, but still don't have a decent stadium in their capital. Even more, the sanitary conditions at current Maksimir are mocked by Croatian FA president as “19th-century”. But, once more, there is a plan to change things. Very quickly.
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Valencia: Speculation arises around Mestalla relocation
It only took one quote from Valencia CF president to stir new controversy around the club's stadium plans. Now that relocation has been confirmed as the best available option, we're still waiting for details as to when and how exactly...
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Germany: Expansion in Kiel moving towards finish line
It's taking longer than planned but already half of the new east stand has been opened by authorities. Next season Holstein Kiel will play with over 15,000 capacity, enough to meet Bundesliga conditions.
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StadiumDB Newsletter: Issue 73 - Look back at Stadium of the Year (and more!)
With over 35,000 votes cast, we've closed the last edition of Stadium of the Year. Both winners are still to receive their awards. We take a look back at what took place in February and March. Also, do you remember major recent news?
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Rotterdam: Feyenoord plans suffer from a 1 year delay
No longer 2023, the new stadium at Nieuwe Maas will at best open its doors in mid-2024. The project's fate should be decided by year end.
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New design: In Bucharest, beside Arch of Triumph
It's been over a century of sports in the area and yet only before Euro 2020 Romania's national rugby stadium will be rebuilt. Yes, football and rugby will go hand in hand next to Bucharest's Arch of Triumph.
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Can live betting change the US stadium experience?
After last year's groundbreaking decision to strike down ban on sports gambling, legal changes continue across the US. They join ongoing transition from large stadiums to experience-oriented ones.
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Bucharest: Goodbye, Giulești
Legendary second stand is no more, just like the iconic tower from 1939. The main stand is the next to go, while construction of new Rapid stadium is still pending planning permission. With 14 months until opening, there's not enough time to deliver all of the project ahead of Euro 2020.
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Aberdeen: No further appeal over Kingsford
Despite their opposition, No Kingsford Stadium decided not to launch further appeals to block the Kingsford Stadium. This effectively paves the way for construction of the stadium to move forward.
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London: Council launches consultation into QPR stadium site
Hammersmith and Fulham Council has launched public consultation regarding the future of Linford Christie Stadium. And because QPR are aiming at building their stadium here, they're urging supporters to join in.
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Sydney: Was the public misled to support Allianz Stadium demolition?
A report reveals that basic upgrades to the Sydney Football Stadium could have cost as little as $18 million. Critical revamp could have been $130 million, which is far lower than cost of demolition and reconstruction, currently expected to consume almost $730 million.
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USA: Nashville stadium update – renders and timeline
With billionaire backing and former Liverpool CEO on the team, Nashville SC are preparing for debut in MLS. New logo, new stadium renderings and a new, somewhat disappointing construction timeline are presented.
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Rome: New arrests cast shadow on AS Roma stadium
The case still has nothing to do with AS Roma directly and yet fears that the new stadium is jeopardy seem genuine. Further high-profile officials were arrested or are suspected of corruption with the stadium in the background.
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Can Spurs break the spell of poor new stadium record?
As Tottenham Hotspur prepare for their historic relocation back to their district, it's worth looking at how Premier League teams have performed in their first seasons at new stadia. It might be surprising.
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MLS expansion: Sacramento, St. Louis and who's next?
With just two teams left in the battle for last available MLS spot it's worth noting that another round of expansion is coming sooner than later. And there already are quite a few interesting candidates.
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Brussels: Back to basics at Boudouin?
After the failure of Eurostadium scheme, a new plan is being drawn by Belgian FA and Diamond League organisers. A 40,000-seat stadium exactly where current King Boudouin Stadium stands.
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Germany: Time to turn the light off in Kaiserslautern?
If they don't get relegated to Regionalliga themselves, they may lose license over financial issues. The city is negotiating to sell the stadium and reorganise it to be less dependent on sport, but would it be viable without 1. FC Kaiserslautern at all?
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New design: The other Lockhart Stadium
This time it's not about Inter Miami looking for other sites, it would simply be their second stadium. Or first, actually, because it could be ready for opening as soon as May of next year!
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Germany: Cornerstone mounting before end of March
Highest officials and project participants will gather in late March to mount the cornerstone in Wolfswinkel, where new 34,700-capacity stadium is to be opened in 2020.
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London: Wimbledon ask fans for a little more patience
In upcoming week AFC Wimbledon expect the council to approve changes to the initial planning permission. Once final specification is complete, construction deal will be signed and work will finally begin.
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Poland: Impressive rebuilding process in Krakow
Just 3 months ago the football club was on the verge of liquidation. But with millions pouring in from individual and corporate donors, Wisła is alive and well. Even more, the football team broke Ekstraklasa's record for season tickets and expressed the will to take over management of the stadium.
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Liverpool: Everton confident about funding
During the ongoing MIPIM in Cannes Everton assured financing is not the issue despite their stadium being more expensive than expected. It's more challenging to secure planning permission.
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England: Mansfield Town stadium transaction complete
After 7 years of regular payments One Call Stadium, home to Mansfield Town, is officially owned by the team's new owners John and Carolyn Radford. This enables improvements in the future.
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England: Power Court one more step closer
With the supporting commercial development now approved, Luton Town's stadium scheme can officially go forward. Two issues may still arise but unless planning permission is challenged, we should see construction this year.
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London: This time Spurs just have to open
After a prolonged series of failed inaugural dates, several scandals and a ton of gossip, the new Tottenham Hotspur will finally open on March 24, March 30 and April... 3, 6 or 7.
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Belfast: Years go by, Casement Park still waiting
It's been a decade, to the week, since Casement Park redevelopment is on the agenda. And yet no stone has been turned on site and uncertainty still surrounds the project. It has already seen budget increase of some 40% and it's unclear who could would pay for the hike.
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Bulgaria: Construction restarted in Plovdiv after 4 years
Since 2015 the main thing growing on the site of Hristo Botev Stadium was vegetation. Now, finally, heavy machinery is back and works should restart soon. For now trees and shrubs are being removed.
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London: Council's options for QPR...
...that will most likely not be appreciated by QPR. Will we see months of further media battles between Hammersmith and Fulham and Queens Park Rangers? Possibly.
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Poland: Contract signed in Szczecin, demolition on Monday
After nearly two decades of waiting things are going with lightning speed! Friday – construction deal. Sunday – final game at the old stadium. Monday – demolition begins. What, in Szczecin???
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Stadium of the Year: Jury Award Winner – DVTK Stadion!
Never in history has a stadium so small won an award in our competition. But if there's one deserving it, it's this one! Finally, Hungarian stadium architecture is being noticed for the quality it represents.
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Stadium of the Year: Jury Vote - 2nd | Suzhou OSC Stadium
This stadium is a strong 9 out of 10 – said our Jury almost unanimously! With no argument about its beauty or innovation, only some functional solutions may not make it best as a football stadium. Still, just 1.7% behind the first place.
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Stadium of the Year: Jury Vote – 3rd | Samara Arena
It's the only stadium to reach this year's podium in BOTH votes, which itself deserves recognition! After all, great reception by both fans and experts is a rare treat. Samara Arena lost the Jury Award very slightly, you might be shocked!
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Stadium of the Year: Popular Vote – WINNER Volgograd Arena!
Standing proudly beside the Mamayev Kurgan, this stadium had to be built with respect for its historical location. But it was most importantly built in a satisfying way for locals, who showed (also proudly!) their devotion towards Volgograd Arena.
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Stadium of the Year: Popular Vote – 2nd | Samara Arena
No other stadium received so many votes overall. But with many of them being just 1-star ratings, it wasn't enough to win the entire competition. Still, an honourable second spot!
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Stadium of the Year: Popular Vote – 3rd | Stadion Nizhny Novgorod
One of the most impressive hosts of the 2018 World Cup, located in a unique and historical spot. Monumental enough to get on the podium, not quite to win... even among Russian stadiums alone.
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New Zealand: Sunken stadium to benefit from election?
It went viral worldwide but within Auckland the idea of stadium beyong sea level was taken with a grian of salt. Can its fate be changed by the upcoming election? Surely reports about current stadiums seem to warrant a discussion, at least.
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San Diego: SDSU selects contractor for Mission Valley stadium
With construction partner in place, now San Diego State University is looking for the architect who will create their new 35,000-capacity stadium, successor of the aging Qualcomm Stadium.
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Minneapolis: Allianz Field handed over
On March 1 the new home of Minnesota United FC was handed over by the contractor, Mortenson Construction. Now preparations for opening are ongoing.
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New stadium: New home for La Calera
Though it bears the name of its predecessor, it's a brand new stadium. And quite a beautiful one, too. Unión La Calera is finally playing back at their spiritual home since January.
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StadiumDB Newsletter: Issue 72 - Popular Vote over, what's next
With 35,330 votes we're done with the Popular Vote for 2018, now waiting for one last vote from the Jury so that we can provide you with full results on March 7. What else happened last week?
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Milan: Is this the time to say goodbye?
Allegedly only Inter hasn't signed on to this concept yet but there were so many visions over the past few years that we're still afraid to buy that story. Probably mostly because it would really mean San Siro would seize to exist. Which is hard to imagine.
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Scotland: Aberdeen's stadium scheme safe after judicial review
As reported by the BBC, Aberdeen FC's plans for a new £50-million stadium have been given a legal go-ahead. Court has refused to accept petition by opponents of the stadium, who argued the local council committed an error of law.
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Montreal: Will Canada ever host another Olympics? If not, don't blame the 1976 Games
Pierre de Coubertin, the father of the modern day Olympic Games, once said: “A country can truly call itself sporting when the majority of its people feel a personal need for sport.
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USA: K-pop craze breaks MetLife Stadium, things are good
Within just two hours all 60,000 tickets were gone. Another show had to be arranged as K-pop boysband BTS is taking New York by storm. It seems things could hardly be better for the NFL stadium these days...
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Cape Town: Tenants forced out of Athlone
It's one of South Africa's best football stadiums even though it didn't host the 2010 World Cup. However, all current tenants are being evicted with a rather short notice for reasons that don't seem to warrant such drastic move.
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Atlanta: Mercedes-Benz Stadium going cashless
It will become the first professional sports stadium in USA to drop all cash transactions. Whether buying tickets, merchandise or concessions, fans will now use their phones.
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Stadium of the Year: Thank you for 35,330 votes!
Slightly more votes than we were expecting but the dynamics... completely unpredictable! Thank you for 29 days of support for candidates in this edition of Stadium of the Year.
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New design: The great Nottingham afforestation
After over 120 years of staying beside the river Trent, Nottingham Forest plan to expand. The goal: becoming the strongest club of East Midlands, with the region's biggest stadium. And all that by means of just one new grandstand.
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Poland: Delivering this complex will be a challenge...
The city of Sosnowiec decided to cancel tenders for its new indoor arena and ice rink. However, the stadium between two cancelled buildings might still get delivered as planned. Tender is about to see its final soon.
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Jerusalem: Final upgrades coming to Teddy Stadium
It's already the first solar-powered stadium in the Middle East and the largest professional football venue in Israel. That's not enough, so Teddy Stadium will see further upgrades worth 20 million shekels this year. Work is already beginning.
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Indianapolis: Senate opens way for Indy Eleven stadium
Eleven Park is moving one step closer to reality, though not without reservations. Bill ensuring funding for the project has been passed almost unanimously by the state senate. Raport by Indy Star.
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StadiumDB Newsletter: Issue 71 - Finalists, Osasuna and more
We've learnt names of all 10 stadiums that go through to the Jury Vote final. We're also 23,000+ votes into the Public Award decision. You can still decide on your favourites until March 3! Until then, enjoy our weekly summary of what's going on. To get a message like that weekly via email, subscribe via the blue box below:
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Sydney: Allianz Stadium demolition still uncertain
After weeks of protests and attempts to block it, court ruling on March 8 may prove decisive for the fate of Sydney's most famous football stadium. Report by the Guardian.
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Sports rntertainment in Kenya - a look
Kenya sports entertainment news channels are a great place to get lots of information. From politics to lifestyle, to sports and entertainment, it has so much to offer. The news about Sports and Entertainment is quite popular.
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Stadium of the Year: Meet the final 10 for Jury Award
Only the best stadiums are now left in the competition for 2018 Jury Award. However, you can still support all 27 candidates for the Popular Award.
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Spain: Muro Rojo – the choice of Osasuna
Record high turnout and quite decisive selection of the winning design: supporters of Osasuna chose the Muro Rojo vision. Now the club needs to have funding approved in order to go forward.
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Georgia: Great pace in Batumi
With over 1.5 year left until opening, the stadium's concrete structure is almost complete, while the 'dancing' roof is entirely in place. Works on Georgia's most modern stadium are progressing really well.
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The Netherlands: To be or not to be for FC Dordrecht
It's really not a big club, reportedly with the lowest budget for players across professional football in the country. By 2024 they'll either have a new stadium or might even disappear from the map.
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England: York stadium hit by delays
Despite several football and rugby games already having been scheduled for the summer, York Community Stadium will not be ready in time. This means no rugby this season and delayed football inauguration.
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Cincinnati: 7-0 victory for FC Cincy
The city council showed no opposition to change in zoning, which effectively paves way for construction of FC Cincinnati stadium. The 7-0 vote doesn't resolve all issues, though.
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StadiumDB Newsletter: Issue 70 - Final week approaching!
With just 10 days left, the Popular Vote is still undecided. As for the Jury Vote, the list of 10 finalists is now complete and will be presented on Monday, February 25. To learn of our finalists first, subscribe to our weekly newsletter now!
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Italy: Brescia's Serie A issue
Being top of the table is a great thing but can also bring unexpected problems. If Brescia Calcio progress to Serie A, they have to have a stadium able to hold their games. Temporary tubular structure may be the solution.
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Stadium of the Year: Meet the Juror – Gino Zavanella
He designed the historic Stadio Delle Alpi and then carried out its revolutionary reconstruction into current Juventus Stadium. For many Gino Zavanella is the face of Italian sports architecture.
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The Netherlands: Supporters to help NAC buy stadium back
Crowdfunding campaign shows huge support from fans even before a solid financial plan was announced. €1.67 million worth of shares were reserved by supporters.
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London: West Ham shows new straightened end zones
Instead of curves, London Stadium will offer new, straight lower end zones. While advertised as improvement for supporters, the move should rather be seen as way out of the biggest structural issue of the building.
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Top five Spurs games at Wembley
Tottenham will be glad to move out of Wembley and into their much-delayed new stadium. The New Wembley has not been a kind place for the club in terms of silverware with just a solitary League Cup win. However, they destroyed any Wembley “Voodoo” in the Premier League and are trying to mount an even more successful European campaign at Wembley this year.
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The Netherlands: Almere contemplating expansion this year
Almere City FC is a young club but ambitious as well. With Eredivisie promotion in sight, the team wants to double its stadium capacity to 5,000, hopefully without interruption in match schedule.
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Poland: Time to say goodbye, Papricana!
On March 10 one of the most legendary Polish stadia will see its final game. Afterwards demolition of two sides will commence, leaving tenants Pogoń with only one grandstand for 1.5 years.
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Munich: TSV 1860 owner asks city for help
He had grand plans of a 50,000+ stadium, now Hasan Ismaik is asking the city for help in adjusting the old 15,000-capacity ground to current demand. In April we should know what can be done at Grünwalder Stadion.
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Stadium of the Year: Meet the Juror – Alfredo Angulo
It's only the second time in history that we have a Jury Member from South America. After Brazil it's time from Paraguay, where Alfredo Angulo Quevedo has delivered one of the most thrilling football stadiums of recent years, last edition's winner.
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Austria: Forest to grow on the field in Klagenfurt
It's not a metaphor, rather Austria's “largest ever art project”. For two months in 2019 football team Austria Klagenfurt is barred from the stadium because a forest of 200 trees will be planted inside.
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Miami: Hard Rock Stadium to get a cable car system
Rather than a new mode of matchday transport, the cable car will be a novelty feature aimed primarily at entertainment during the Miami Open tennis tournament, increasing the event value of the complex.
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U20 World Cup: No tickets over €10
As distribution is about to commence, the U20 World Cup ticket prices have been revealed. Ranging between €2.3 and €9.3, fees for watching some of the world's biggest football talents suggest we're in for packed stadiums.
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Qatar 2022: Al Wakrah Stadium opening in May
One of the world's most awaited stadiums will open its doors for the first time in May of this year. Another World Cup venue should be delivered by year end.
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Baghdad: First solar stadium of Iraq almost ready
Work was deadlocked for years but now is progressing rapidly. The 30,000-seater will not only be ready within weeks, it will also be Iraq's greenest stadium.
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New design: So Alpine, so Roman, so good
While we don't have the existing stadium covered on StadiumDB, we couldn't have missed the redevelopment scheme, which will redefine its historic, monumental facade of 1930.
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StadiumDB Newsletter: Issue 69 - 6,000 votes so far, here's more
First update on the Vote, first Juror presented - that's how we top the first week of Stadium of the Year. Anything could still happen and we expect it will as last emails informing about the competition leave our mailboxes.
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England: Surprising proposal for Grimsby Town stadium
It's not just us being taken by surprise here, Grimsby Town themselves are very cautious about the latest community stadium proposal. It seems a perfect way to go but is also a long way away from reality.
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Sydney: Just 7 weeks left until Bankwest Stadium opening
As progress moves towards 93%, the new stadium in Parramatta is on its way to host the first 20 large events in 2019. Yes, the schedule is very busy already, so no delays can occur if it's to be retained.
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Belgium: Breakthrough for FC Brugge in 2019?
40,000-seat stadium in the north of Brugge continues to wait for groundbreaking since late 2017. This year it should finally be legally allowed to go ahead, though it's still not clear at this point.
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Stadium of the Year: Meet the Juror – Robert Kennedy
Today we begin our presentation of the three Jurors who are evaluating this year's contender. First, in alphabetical order is Robert D. Kennedy, who's got some 500,000 seats on his account, from Glasgow to Gujarat.
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Italy: Cagliari capacity increase approved
We've only seen Euro 2024 rights awarded last year and Italy is already building up the bid for 2028. Case in point: the new Cagliari stadium, which received green light to grow from 25,000 to 30,000 if needed.
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Charlotte: Panthers owner dreams of domed stadium
Billionaire David Tepper suggested, though not entirely seriously, that the idea of covering all of Carolina Panthers stadium is driving him nuts. However, more seriously, he's already working on increasing the use of Bank of America Stadium.
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London: QPR threaten relocation to mobilise fanbase against council
Malaysian owner Tony Fernandes used a podcast with supporters to complain about the borough council and threaten he might relocate the team, unless fans pressure local authorities.
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USA: Sports Turf Managers Association enjoys successful 30th Annual Conference & Exhibition
The Sports Turf Managers Association (STMA) – the non-profit, professional association comprised of 2,700 men and women professionals overseeing sports fields worldwide and critical to athletes’ safety – received outstanding participation at its 30th annual Conference & Exhibition in Phoenix, Arizona.
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London: West Ham honour Billy Bonds with east stand
With almost 800 games for West Ham United, Billy Bonds is one of the Hammers' most celebrated players. Now he's getting a stand with his name at London Stadium. Report by BBC.
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New stadium: Dinamo reborn
One of the most interesting combinations of old and new. Historic arcades are topped by fresh alminium dome. Instead of football-specific, as was planned initially, it's a brand new athletic stadium and quite impressive one too, as proven by hosting rights for the 2nd European Games.
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Rome: 'Stadio si fa', mayor confirms green light
Long-awaited report confirms there will be mobility challenges for Rome but the stadium is beneficial. That's why today Rome mayor Virginia Raggi assured construction will start within a year.
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La Plata: Estudiantes waiting for the playing field
January and February are both busy in La Plata, along avenues 1 and 57. Almost all masonry is delivered, waterproofing ongoing and in less than two weeks the green grass will arrive.
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New stadium: Zaozhuang's hovering cloud
Playing with the human eye, brand new stadium in Zaozhuang is almost see-through, while its roof hangs gently above. It was a tremendous task to deliver such structure and one that was completed with grace!
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New stadium: The blue wave of Haikou
Yes, the stadium was intended to resemble a large wave moving from the west to the east and thus the unique shape. It has already hosted a number of football games but may be even better as an amphitheatre.
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New stadium: Iran's first football-specific stadium
Out of all major stadia across Iran, only this one doesn't have a running track. It was opened by the country's vice-president and sports minister last year, though it's not their project. The private Foolad Arena took 10 years to deliver but outcome is more than satisfying.
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New stadium: The ornament of Najaf
It's very simple, at times perhaps too much. But with its difficult story, the latest Iraqi stadium is still impressive. Especially the facades, adorned by hypnotising pattern all around!
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New stadium: Fortress, watermelon, 8-arm star
No, these aren't random words that popped to our mind. They're all what inspired the unorthodox stadium in Diyarbakir, eastern Turkey. It's not as odd as it sounds but surely has no comparison with any stadium we've seen.
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New stadium: Kocaeli Stadyumu
You may be surprised to see 34,000 seats in the fourth league. But you may be even more surprised to see most of them filled! But hey, in Izmit supporters even packed their old stadium to capacity when they played a league lower. This one was needed, simply.
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New stadium: The olive leaf of Akhisar
The may be bottom of the Super Lig table at the moment but Akhisar's profile in domestic football has been improving in recent years. In 2018 the team received its long-awaited new home, inspired by olive leaves.
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New stadium: 4th league in a Category IV stadium
Don't worry, it's no exception on the map of Turkish football. Nor are matches at this level of Turkish football necessarily unpopular. Just note that it's the latest out of five (!) stadiums being built within the Izmir metropolitan area.
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New stadium: Batman? Not a dark knight...
While the name may seem entertaining, the city of Batman is fascinating for other reasons. It reportedly has grown over 100 times over just 7 decades. So no wonder a new stadium was badly needed!
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The world’s most impressive stadiums
In all facets of life, technology is changing the world. The developments that have been taking on, on the mobile devices front, is the same when it comes to football stadiums. As such, we have decided to share with you some of the most impressive football stadiums that you can come across, showing their change over the ages.
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Stadium of the Year: Your time to vote!
27 stadiums from 11 countries. List is dominated by Russia and Turkey but who will win? That's a question that you may answer. Just check the list and select the best stadiums of 2018!
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New stadium: DVTK Stadion
Covered almost entirely with expanded aluminium, this rough combination of concrete and metal shows that medium-sized stadiums don't have to be boring. KÖZTI proved that there's still room for original interpretations, even with limited budget.
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New stadium: MOL Aréna Sóstó
Hungary continues to deliver stadiums in a timely, economic and robust manner. A great example you nominated as Stadium of the Year candidate – the new arena in Székesfehérvár. Courtesy of MOL Vidi FC we can show you great photos of the stadium!
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The smallest 4 top-flight stadiums across Europe
It is widely regarded that club European football is the place to be for any professional footballer. But it's not always a Gran Derbi at Camp Nou or BVB vs. FCB in Dortmund. Let's see who has the smallest stadia within the best four leagues!
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New stadium: Suzhou OSC Stadium
As China's cities are expanding dramatically fast, so are new sports complexes – popping up across the country. Here the capacity of 40,000 or complex size of 50 hectares is no surprise. However, we still consider the Suzhou Olympic Sports Centre a true gem!
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Stadium of the Year 2018: Nomination process closed, thank you!
On midnight, Wednesday, we stopped accepting your proposals for Stadium of the Year candidates. The list is 22-stadium long but it's not the end just yet. We're still considering several potential nominees.
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Rotterdam: Sparta reveals stadium expansion plans
The Netherlands' oldest active stadium will soon see an expansion. Nothing too big, but more than enough for second league. At the same time Sparta Rotterdam have assured their supporters that the legendary 'castle' will not be touched.
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StadiumDB Newsletter: Issue 67 - Nominations, new designs and more
Those of you subscribing to our weekly newsletter already have it in your mailboxes for some 24 hours. Others may find it useful to stay up-to-date with the weekly digest in order to not miss key stories!
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Poland: Agreement reached, Szczecin stadium has green light
With over 21,000 seats it will become Poland's largest stadium project for upcoming years. The new home of Ekstraklasa's Pogoń Szczecin should be ready in just over 3 years.
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Florida: Inter Miami propose demolition of Lockhart Stadium
While their main stadium is expected to move forward, the newly-forming MLS franchise are also proposing to demolish one of American soccer's most known stadia, Lockhart in Fort Lauderdale.
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Kansas City: Arrowhead to undergo off-season upgrades
Brand new giant screens, seating replacement across the upper tier and waterproofing works are to be carried out before another NFL campaign begins at one of the most iconic stadia across the league.
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Wolverhampton: Wolves make history. Kind of
No club in Premier League has a safe standing section, right? Not anymore, at least not exactly. There is a caveat but still: earlier today Wolverhampton Wanderers have confirmed installation of the first safe standing options at Molineux.
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New design: Nuovo Dall'Ara – history & future
They've been working on this project since at least 2016, yet official presentation only took place on Friday. With initial agreement with the city of Bologna in place, let's hope this spectacular redevelopment kicks off soon!
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New design: Grand complex in small Selfoss
Even if we count the largest suggested population of Selfoss, this plan offers over 3 square meters of sports infrastructure per person. And that doesn't include the six football field!
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Germany: Falling roof alert in Duisburg
It sounded serious enough to threaten any games being played at the Schauinsland-Reisen-Arena. Thankfully the stadium will reopen this weekend but only after removal of 150 roof panels which were at risk of falling on supporters.
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Qatar 2022: Al Wakrah Stadium late but nearing happy end
One of the world's most unique stadiums is finally taking the shape from architectural renders. While it will be delivered slightly late, there's still a huge time buffer before the 2022 World Cup.
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Stadium of the Year 2018: Nominate your favourite now!
Before we even managed to open the nomination process, over 20 entries were submitted. And they will be considered, of course. Still, from today until January 30 you're invited to nominate your favourite stadium of 2018!
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Atlanta: Is Mercedes-Benz Stadium avoiding $700 million in tax?
With the Super Bowl moving closer, more and more attention is paid to this year's host, Mercedes-Benz Stadium. But not all of it is the kind of attention its operator would prefer, as proven by this lawsuit. Report by Atlanta Journal Constitution.
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Poland: Widzew working on stadium expansion
In an extraordinary case of fan devotion, Widzew Łódź need expansion of their brand new stadium already. Several thousand seats are to be added and we should know the details next year, when the club will celebrate 110 years in operation.
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Belgium: Another modern stadium, this time for Kortrijk
You know Vincent Tan as the owner of Cardiff City, FK Sarajevo and co-owner of Los Angeles FC. But he has one more club in Belgium and that very club is about to get a new stadium. It's no wonder that Tan is speculated to be the potential private partner of the project.
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New design: New Pearl of the Orient
Hong Kong is following Singapore with the creation of a major leisure hub within its crucial districts. Former Kai Tak airport will soon be replaced by this shimmering stadium and much more.
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Netherlands: Alkmaar working on stadium expansion
Feasibility study is in the works, outcome should be known soon. AZ Alkmaar want to add seats to boost both capacity and atmosphere. The move should be beneficial economically.
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StadiumDB Newsletter: Issue 66 - let the competition begin
After December hiatus our Newsletter is back and with some exciting news. You are hereby the first ones to find out when Stadium of the Year selection will take place this time. There's also a lot of news to digest as we haven't selected the most interesting ones for over a month.
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Stadium of the Year 2018: Coming soon, really soon...
It's that time of year again! StadiumDB will soon get more blue than normally as we prepare to host the 9th edition of Stadium of the Year. And we'd be delighted if you joined us and select the next best stadium!
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California: 49ers and city in another bitter row
As if the partnership over Levi's Stadium operation wasn't rough enough, San Francisco 49ers once more attack the city and Santa Clara strikes back. This time over the disappointing revenue from non-NFL events.
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Miami: Beckham's group can engage in negotiations
The road to Miami Freedom Park is cleared despite an ethics complaint. Investors now have an open path to negotiate terms of new sports and leisure complex with the city of Miami.
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Germany: Holstein Kiel introduce plan B
After two failed tenders Holstein Kiel have dropped their planned east grandstand. In order to meet the set deadline, the team will deliver an even larger temporary stand behind the east goal.
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England: Go Luton, unanimous approval!
With no concil member against, the long-desired Power Court stadium received the go-ahead on Wednesday night! This paves the way for construction, though one more vote is awaited in January.
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Ghana: “Here is your tax property after 10 years”
It's almost unbelievable to what extent one can neglect a stadium. In just over a decade the showcase Cup of Nations venue of of 2008 has turned into what's called a 'death trap'! It might not be that serious yet, but we don't know because it hasn't had a security check.
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Buffalo: What the future holds for Buffalo Bills?
A brand new stadium or a redevelopment of the current one. Or, perhaps, a third option? The outcome isn't certain but efforts to deliver a final decision are well underway as the NFL team consults specialists and supporters.
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New design: Second chance for Indianapolis
It's a preliminary concept for now but already seems impressive and is getting thumbs up from authorities. A 20,000-capacity stadium would be surrounded by additional uses and might bring actual revenue to the city.
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New design: Hongkou was never so beautiful
What is Hongkou? More imporant question is what it will become in a few years. According to plan commissioned by the Hongkou District Planning Bureau, this will be one of Shanghai's best leisure destinations.
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Chicago: Alderman kills stadium, rest of project moves on
Representative of local community decided he could not agree on a football stadium and thus the 20,000-seater for a proposed USL team has been scrapped from the massive Lincoln Yards revitalisation.
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England: Luton stadium recommended for approval
The proposed 23,000-seater at Power Court received backing in official report, which suggests it should be granted planning permission. If council members agree, the council could push it forward next week.
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Qatar 2022: Successful big lift in Doha. Not the last one
It's already the second stadium in Doha to have a big lift and we're still waiting for the third. Education City Stadium now has its cable roof in place and mounting of preassembled segments is ongoing on top of it.
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Poland: Wisła broke and homeless. For now
It's the biggest crisis of Poland's multiple champions in recent history. The Krakow club was left without a board after failed takeover and has no right to use its stadium until arrears are covered.
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India: Record stadium being born away from spotlight
No World Cup will be held here, at least not one for football. That's partly why the stadium in Ahmedabad is being built away from global attention. But these photos shared by Parimal Nathwani show the true magnitude of what will soon be a 110,000-seater!
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Tokyo 2020: Olympic Stadium on time
Delivery of the new national stadium in Tokyo is going as planned initially, though a slight price increase was confirmed. By this time next year official opening will be behind us.
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Naples: Renovation will not end in time for 2019 Universiade
In late January we will learn who will renovate the stands and replace all seats at Stadio San Paolo. The problem is: contractor will have 240 days to deliver the work, while there's only 179 days left to the Universiade, starting today.
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Liverpool: Everton confident of funding
What might become a 62,000-seat stadium, should be presented to the public in half a year. Financial vehicle for the Bramley-Moore project is described by deputy chairman of Everton as “firmed up” and situation as “comfortable”.
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