StadiumDBNews: July 2019
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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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