StadiumDBNews: April 2021
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Madrid: NFL to host games at Bernabéu?
Unlike the failed Super League and fake casino news, this could actually work. Real Madrid could offer part of its calendar to American football, once the stadium is entirely revamped.
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Miami: Brand-new Formula 1 GP at the Hard Rock Stadium
Formula 1 is coming to Miami Gardens in 2022! 10-year deal guarantees Miami hosting the race, with the Hard Rock Stadium circumnavigated by the 5,140-meter track.
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Manchester: “Over £100m has been invested in the stadium”
Since 2005, Manchester United has invested over £100 million in multiple upgrades across Old Trafford, according to COO Collette Roche. She also updated fans about possible expansion.
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Toronto’s esports stadium shows how fast the market is growing
Worth up to $500 million, the new esports stadium in Toronto will cost twice as much as the city’s largest soccer stadium consumed since its opening back in 2007. Just how lucrative is the market?
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Real’s stadium casino that never was
In late March media outlets around the world immediately caught the story of Real Madrid building a casino in the corner of Bernabeu. It took two days for the story to be completely disproven.
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New design: New York’s first professional soccer stadium
For decades several teams and multiple investors were unable to rise to the challenge and deliver a stadium in New York. Now it seems Queensboro FC will break the impasse with their York College project.
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England: Football coming back to Macclesfield next season?
There is light at the end of the tunnel for football in Macclesfield. New owner is investing in the phoenix club and its infrastructure so that the team can join the football competition this summer.
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Florida: Stadiums waiting for on-site betting
It’s the most populated state yet to legalise in-stadium betting. While Hard Rock Stadium is certain to make use of this change, there are other notable venues that might capitalise on the move.
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New design: Shantou Stadium right by the sea
The stadium boom in China is in full swing. Construction in Shantou, where the 2021 Asian Youth Games arena is being built, has entered its final phase. The facility is located near the shores of the South China Sea.
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England: Southend stadium remains on track despite likely relegation
Southend United is on the brink of dropping out of the EFL. Many fans of "The Shrimpers" fear how this situation will affect the fate of the stadium, which planning is a 15-year struggle.
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Czech Republic: Stadium “under lollipops” in Hradec Králové approved
The construction of a new facility in Hradec Králové will soon begin. Its most characteristic elements will be lighting masts, which will be preserved from the old stadium.
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Brazil: Still waiting for decision on new Vila Belmiro
Eyes of Santos supporters are now turned onto team management, following painful losses on the field. But behind the scenes there’s also anticipation for the final agreement to build the new stadium.
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New design: Avellino hopeful of having top stadium in 2024
It’s supposed to be one of Italy’s top stadiums, especially in the 20,000+ category. And 20,000 also refers to the amount of commercial floor space planned along with football use.
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England: London Stadium without athletics this year?
The Anniversary Games, which is the Diamond League meeting, will probably not be held in London this summer. The competition is being considered to be moved to another location in England.
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Brussels: €230 million might be too high to secure funding
Every UEFA match has to be given exemption from requirements to take place. But renovation is still far from happening. The price tag is proving to be very high, possibly even prohibitive.
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Australia: The Gabba to be main arena of 2032 Olympics?
The host city of the 2032 Olympics will be announced in July. The clear favourite is Brisbane, which has already selected the stadium for the opening and closing ceremonies.
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New design: Modern stadium in former capital of Montenegro
Montenegro is slowly making up for the shortcomings in the football infrastructure. One of the most interesting projects currently under construction is the stadium in Cetinje, which, when completed, will meet the requirements of international competitions.
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Euro 2020: Bilbao and Dublin out! Changes confirmed
Zbigniew Boniek was the first to release the info: the two most threatened stadiums will not host Euro 2020. Munich remains on the list, while Seville comes in as Spain’s replacement.
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Philadelphia: Subaru Park to become first ‘zero-landfill’ stadium in MLS
Philadelphia Union will become the first team across MLS to divert up to 100% of waste from local landfills, largely by recycling. Waste management will depend on fans adopting new habits when attending games.
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Slovakia: New stadium in Trenčín in the shadow of millennial castle
So far, two stands behind the goals have been completed, the main stand is almost finished and the fourth tribune is in the design phase. However, this did not stop the official opening of the new stadium located near the 11th-century castle.
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Ohio: FC Cincinnati bags naming rights a week before opening
Just days before the new West End stadium welcomes first supporters, it receives its official commercial name. It’s TQL Stadium from now on.
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New design: Italian Ternana with ambitious plans
Ternana Calcio aims much higher than Serie C in which they currently compete. They plan to build a stadium that would meet the requirements of Serie A and would give impetus to the development of the club and the city.
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Qatar: Fully demountable stadium close to completion
The construction of the only stadium for the 2022 World Cup, the structure of which is not permanently connected to the ground, is nearing the end. However, the official opening has not yet been revealed.
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England: Watford mayor opts for Vicarage Road expansion
Contrary to the club’s supposed ambitions, mayor Peter Taylor wants the Hornets to stay at their current location. New developments in the area enable possible expansion of the stadium.
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Behind the scenes — getting stadiums ready for a match
Mind-blowing stadiums worth millions of dollars have always been the centre of attention in the athletic world. Although technology has enabled us to follow popular sports competitions on TVs, computers and mobile devices, you must admit that watching any sports competition live at a grand venue is way more enjoyable.
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European Super League: What could change stadium-wise?
Earthquake of historic proportions or a failed attempt at secession? Europe’s top club are attempting to flee UEFA’s supervision and no longer share revenue from international games. Their gain could come at a massive price for others.
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USA: Your stadium guide for MLS 2021 is ready! [Western Conference]
MLS is finally back! Ahead of the new season, first ever with 27 clubs, we have for you a stadium preview. Time for the 13 venues from the Western Conference.
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USA: Your stadium guide for MLS 2021 is ready! [Eastern Conference]
MLS is finally back! Ahead of the new season with 27 clubs we have for you a stadium preview. Let's begin our guide with the Eastern Conference.
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Peterborough: Local election results crucial for new stadium
Peterborough United has been planning to build a modern facility for several years. To make this possible, the club needs changes in the spatial plan. Much can be decided on this matter in May.
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New Zealand: Kōtui consortium appointed to design and construct a new stadium in Christchurch
Christchurch City Council announced the Kōtui consortium as the designer and constructor of a new stadium in New Zealand. Construction of a 25,000-seater is expected to begin early next year.
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New design: Kuwait’s new university stadium
Impressive, sometimes outright lavish architecture is nothing new in Kuwait. But so is the agonisingly slow pace of construction. That’s why the stadium, though nearly complete, will likely open as late as 2022.
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Dublin: Time for detailed design of new Dalymount Park
The Dublin City Council announced detailed design phase for the new shared stadium for Bohemian FC and Shelbourne FC. Should all go well, the ground will open in 2025.
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Warsaw: Polonia bidding for new stadium’s partnership
The city of Warsaw is seeking a new private partner in order to finance the €87-million redevelopment of Polonia’s stadium. The club unexpectedly came forward and offered to cover 75% of the expense, despite playing second fiddle in fourth league at the moment.
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New design: Third Division team with €45-million stadium?
Less than four years ago, the club was re-established and started from the fifth division. It is currently competing in Ligue 3 but wants more. The sports development goes hand in hand with investments in infrastructure. In three years' time Club Atletic Oradea may play at the new stadium.
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England: Will Leeds expand Elland Road to 55,000?
Premier League promotion? Done. Staying in Premier League? Done. No wonder fans are bringing up expansion of Elland Road. The iconic stadium in Leeds could grow to as many as 55,000 seats, according to Phil Hay.
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New design: Dinamo reveals details of new Maksimir
It looks like the Croatian champion will have a modern stadium in the coming years. The national team would also play matches at the new facility. On Saturday, Dinamo unveiled many details about the new home.
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Iraq: “Double the work” as deadline looms for Basra
Today the prime minister of Iraq ordered more effort be put into the completion of Minaa Stadium in Basra. The venue should be ready in October if Iraq is to host the 25th Gulf Cup.
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Spain: El Sadar ready, all it needs now is fans
Guided tours of the revamped stadium are so popular that it will be hard to book a visit in weeks. As for reopening of El Sadar, Osasuna’s president wants to wait until full capacity is allowed. How much did the project cost in the end?
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Rio de Janeiro: Maracanã renaming vetoed by governor
Acting governor of Rio de Janeiro has vetoed the notion to rename Maracanã after legendary player Pelé. Interestingly, he was asked to do so by the idea’s author himself.
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Oregon: Donors help complete Reser Stadium
Reser Stadium will undergo another modernization. Much of the funding for the investment will come from local philanthropists. Upon completion, the facility will be one of the most modern university stadiums in the US.
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Belgium: Standard with final green light, reconstruction can begin!
After years of efforts there are no more procedural obstacles. Now it’s up to Standard to deliver the €100-million redevelopment of Stade de Sclessin. How long will it take?
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Euro 2020: What capacities will stadiums have?
Will Bilbao and Dublin lose their hosting rights? Some media outlets got into speculations about potential replacements but it seems to be far from decided. Here’s what we know about Euro 2020 venues allowing fans inside.
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Minneapolis: U.S. Bank Stadium's faults to be fixed by autumn
U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis is one of the most expensive stadiums in the world. However, it is not free from technical defects that come to light from time to time and require considerable financial outlays for repairs.
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California: Quakes announces a naming rights partnership with PayPal
Together with PayPal Holdings the stadium starts a new chapter in the community. San Jose Earthquakes has just introduced PayPal Park as the new venue name after entering into a 10-year sponsorship agreement, which includes naming rights to the club’s soccer-specific stadium.
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New design: Futuristic dream of new Parma
Reborn once more, this time under American ownership, Parma is working on something big. Not in terms of capacity, it’s more about iconic design and solutions for decades to come.
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England: New stadium for Watford in 5 years?
The final stadium design is still a long way off. However, we know much more than last year. At the end of March, the masterplan for the new facility was published on Hertsmere Borough Council's website.
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Australia & New Zealand: Stadiums for the 2023 Women’s World Cup revealed!
It’s time to present the 9 host cities and 10 stadiums for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023. Venues for the next world cup have been announced recently.
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Tennessee: Obstacles overcome, Nashville SC now fighting for fans
Having settled court challenges, Nashville SC are now working in full swing not only on construction of the stadium. Another challenge is selling out the stadium before it opens in May of 2022.
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Bucharest: Stadionul Steaua shines! But fans have to wait
Photos of its illumination grabbed headlines, while virtual tour of the stadium shows that its almost entirely ready. But everyone is waiting for the big moment: opening for Steaua fans.
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Ohio: 3 months to finish line in Columbus
In just over 90 days remain until opening of the new Crew Stadium in Columbus. Although it will hold only 20,000 people, the price tag is quite high, something we’re used to seeing in the US.
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England: Coventry City confirm stadium at 'master plan' stage
Sounds promising? Don’t get overly excited, relocation to a private football stadium could take 7 years. Or so the club is estimating, having recently signed the hugely popular deal to use Ricoh Arena again.
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