StadiumDBNews: November 2019
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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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