StadiumDBNews: May 2024
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Lithuania: Will project planned for nearly 40 years finally come to fruition?
The Vilnius City Council approved changes to the multifunctional complex project after receiving feedback from the Public Procurement Service (PPS) and negotiations with the other project stakeholders. This means that the investment will cost less than anticipated a few months ago.
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Spain: Authorities will (finally) complete the redevelopment of Balaidos
Disappointments, changes and new hope. That's how you can describe every season of Celta Vigo since the 2015/16 season, but also the ongoing redevelopment of the Balaidos stadium since even earlier. A seemingly simple but drawn-out project is finally to be finalised thanks to an agreement between the city and the provincial government.
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England: Three new Premier League stadiums. Where will new league newcomers play?
The day after the FA Cup final, in which Manchester United won the trophy, a play-off match took place at the same stadium to determine the third and final newcomer to the Premier League. Where will stars such as Erling Haaland or Mohammed Salah play in the coming season?
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USA: Bengals commit over $100 million to Paycor Stadium renovations
The Cincinnati Bengals have announced a significant investment in Paycor Stadium, committing over $100 million to various upgrades aimed at enhancing the fan experience and modernizing the facility.
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England: Extra security for Champions League final to avoid embarrassment from Euro
Alcohol, drugs, lack of tickets and brawls are just a few of the offences of English fans at the Euro 2020 final. After such a major organisational failure and Netflix documents, the organisers are beating their breasts, promising to improve. What will be done about it and will it eventually get better?
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England: Documentary on Wembley attack shown ahead of Champions League final
On May 8, a documentary film titled "The Final: Attack on Wembley" premiered on Netflix, depicting the day of the Euro 2020 final between England and Italy. The date coincided with Wembley's busy schedule. The main event there will soon be the Champions League final.
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Finland: Nearly 100-year-old stadium will undergo massive renovation
After the end of the 2024 athletics season, the classic Harjun Stadium in Jyväskylä will undergo a comprehensive modernization. This historic sports venue, located in central Finland, is set for a renovation worth approximately 13.3 million euros.
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Spain: Taylor Swift's music exceeds legal standards at Bernabeu
Taylor Swift has millions of fans, but her music isn’t exactly popular among the residents of Madrid's Hispanoamérica district. Rehearsals for her concerts, which will take place on 29 and 30 May at the Bernabeu, exceed the legal noise standards. Residents complain of noise and vibrations that prevent them from sleeping and functioning normally.
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Germany: New stadium in 2. Bundesliga in need of modernization
The Münster team's promotion to the 2. Bundesliga after almost 33 years requires not only sporting preparations, but also a thorough modernisation of their stadium, which does not meet current second-league standards. In order for the team to be able to play their matches, a lot of construction work is required to adapt the arena to the new reality.
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Austria: Sturm will play in Champions League in Klagenfurt. Stadium argument in background
In the past season Sturm played against clubs such as Raków Częstochowa, Slovan Bratislava and Lille. In the next season appetites are for Inter Milan, Bayer Leverkusen or Real Madrid. Despite the huge success, the club from Graz will have to travel to the south of Austria. Why?
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Spain: Latest episode of soap opera ‘Nou Mestalla’
The 17-year tussle continues in its best. In this bureaucratic chess, each side gains small advantages, but eventually the position becomes equal and the status quo returns. What's new in paperwork hell?
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Spain: Deportivo La Coruña will play in its stadium for another 25 years
A new agreement has recently been signed between the city of La Coruña and Deportivo football club. This deal, which includes free use of the Riazor stadium by the club for the next 25 years, follows on from previous agreements, despite the fact that negotiations were very tough.
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Germany: 500 trees need to be cut down to expand the stadium?
Plans to upgrade Max-Morlock Stadium in Nuremberg have sparked controversy among the local community and environmentalists. The project envisages that hundreds of centuries-old oak trees will have to be cut down, which has raised objections from environmental organisations and some local residents.
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Poland: Opole Stadium is taking shape. What is happening?
Opole is one of the last large cities in Poland whose team still plays league matches at a stadium built before World War II. Fortunately, this will soon change, as the construction of Odra's new stadium is nearing completion.
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Australia: New stadium to stop the capital being the least known
After being deemed as the “least-known capital in the developed world” in 2022, Canberra is about to get a makeover to compete with the likes of Paris and London. In the notorious survey, the Australian capital stayed in the dust of cities such as Brasilia and Ankara. The locals saw it as a warning sign it was time to make changes. The Joint Standing Committee on the National Capital and External Territories joined forces to finally put Canberra on the map.
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England: New stadium for Luton possible thanks to river diversion
Football clubs face a variety of problems. Replacing grass, rebuilding stands or renovating club buildings are the most common challenges. A club from central England will have to confront nature by changing the natural course of the River Lea in order to be able to start building a stadium.
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Spain: 100 years since Estadio de Chamartín opened - Santiago Bernabéu's predecessor
The year 2024 marks the 100th anniversary of the opening of Estadio de Chamartín. While we admire the modern splendour of Santiago Bernabéu on a daily basis, it is worth going back in time and remembering where the biggest football club in the world grew.
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England: Champions League final returns to Wembley
Real Madrid are in with a chance of winning their 15th Champions League title, but Borussia Dortmund are determined to thwart the Royals and return to Dortmund with the trophy. Saturday's match will be a clash and a farewell to two legends, Toni Kroos and Marco Reus, and the arena for this duel will be the legendary Wembley Stadium.
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France: Will PSG build new stadium at racecourse?
Nasser al-Khelaïfi has been in conflict with almost everyone except Gianni Infantino. He recently criticised Kylian Mbappe, who is leaving the club, and for a long time he has been fighting with the Paris City Council, which does not want to hand over the Parc des Princes to the Qatari owners. Will a new arena be built on the site of the racetrack?
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UEFA: New arenas for European cup finals revealed. Are there any surprises?
On May 22, the day of the Europa League final between Atalanta and Bayer Leverkusen (3:0), UEFA unveiled the stadiums that will host the men's and women's Champions League, Europa League and Europa Conference League finals in 2026 and 2027. We already know almost everything.
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Australia: Transparent stadium concept?
Macquarie Point Stadium in Hobart does not yet have a final conceptual project, but the newly appointed architects who will deliver the venture say it will be different from the previously proposed version and will not be a concrete block. What has the new design consultant for the Tasmanian arena proposed?
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Poland: We Know the Opening Date of stadium in Nowy Sącz
A tender has been announced for the completion and realization of the municipal stadium in Nowy Sącz on Kilińskiego Street. The deadline for submitting offers is May 28, with construction scheduled to be completed by December 27 of this year. However, there is a chance that Sandecja will play at the new facility as early as autumn.
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World Cup 2026: VIP box war. Who will win at Azteca?
The Mexican arena, one of the most important locations in football history, is preparing to host the 2026 World Cup. However, implementation of plans is not going without problems. The owners of the stadium's private boxes are refusing to share their seats, creating tensions with FIFA and the tournament organisers.
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Central Europe: Assessing losses after big derby
Stadion Śląski has evaluated the damages following the Great Silesian Derby. Górnik Zabrze fans vandalized the guest sector, causing destruction to various infrastructure elements, some of which are quite costly. What exactly needs to be repaired and how much will it cost? And of course, who will pay for it?
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Central Europe: There will be a new stadium in Krakow!
21 March 1950 is a memorable date in the history of Krakow football. It was on this day that Hutnik Kraków was founded. On its 74th anniversary, a press conference was held to present the concept for modernising the stadium. What will the new facility look like?
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Spain: Girona to play Champions League at Montilivi
History is being written before our eyes. Girona will play their matches in the upcoming edition of the Champions League at the tiny Estadi Montilivi stadium. Although the media and fans have long speculated about playing at the top level of Europe's competition, it was uncertain whether the stadium would meet UEFA's requirements. However, the club is determined to make it happen.
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Hungary: Puskás Arena to host 2026 Champions League final
Hungary's Puskás Arena has been selected to host the 2026 UEFA Champions League final. The decision underlines the growing role of this state-of-the-art venue on the map of European football, as it is the next major event to feature Hungary's largest stadium.
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France: New twist! Brest are looking for stadium for Champions League
Despite earlier reports in the French media, Stade Brestois 29 are unlikely to be able to play in their own stadium in the European cups. This presents the club with a considerable organisational and financial challenge. Where will the sensational third-place finisher in Ligue 1 land?
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Poland: The Topic of Wisła Kraków stadium's title sponsor returns
At the end of January, the city announced a competition for the title sponsor of the stadium where Wisła Kraków plays its matches. However, this process did not yield a winner as no offers were received by the Sports Infrastructure Board in Krakow. Now, however, there is a chance that the facility at Reymonta will soon have a sponsor.
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England: Liverpool Women's Team Changes Stadium
Liverpool FC has announced another significant step in the development of their women's first team. The club has reached an agreement on the stadium where the team will play their home games in the 2024/2025 season. The choice has fallen on the Totally Wicked Stadium in Merseyside.
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Spain: La Cartuja with a facelift. Both clubs from Seville will benefit
The Olympic stadium ‘on the island’ will be rebuilt. Work will start imminently and the beneficiaries of this decision will not only be Real Betis and Sevilla FC, but also the Andalusian city itself. How much will La Cartuja change?
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England: Ipswich Town prepares arena for Premier League requirements
Ipswich Town are returning to England's top division after 23 years. The club last week began a comprehensive preparation of the arena standards to meet minimum league requirements.
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Germany: Bundesliga new team's stadium does not meet requirements
Holstein Kiel, a football club in northern Germany, is on the brink of significant changes following their recent success. As they look forward to participating in higher leagues, the Holstein Stadium must undergo substantial upgrades to meet new standards.
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Spain: Does roof on Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán look like sink?
Last December, Sevilla FC unveiled the preliminary design for the new Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán stadium. In this visualization, significant attention was drawn to the new rectangular-shaped roof, which Del Nido Benavente compared to a sink. This sparked a wave of criticism, memes, and other humorous comparisons.
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USA: Stadium and glass? Spectacular project along Lake Michigan
US studio Manica Architecture and NFL team Chicago Bears have presented a proposal for a redeveloped football stadium in the state’s biggest city, but before it can be restructured, a plan has to be presented that calls for a replacement stadium some 7 miles away from Soldier Field along the lake coastline.
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Italy: Dark clouds over Franchi renovation. Massive funding shortfall!
For many months now, heated discussions have been ongoing regarding the renovation of the Artemio Franchi stadium. First, there were efforts to find a temporary stadium for Fiorentina during the renovation period, and once that situation was resolved, another problem emerged. The club president, Rocco Commisso, has spoken out on this issue.
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Tanzania: Construction of AFCON 2027 arena underway!
Construction of a modern football stadium in Arusha commenced with the laying of the foundation stone at the end of April. This ambitious project is paving the way for hosting the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in 2027, which will take place across Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. What do we know about this investment?
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Spain: Colourful Camp Nou, boxes in demand and new FC Barcelona collaboration
The opening of the Catalan stadium is imminent and time for construction is running out. Camp Nou is taking on colour literally and metaphorically. What interesting things have Barça fans noticed around the construction of their venue?
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Spain: Champions League final again at Bernabéu. Return of tradition
In 2014, during the final in Lisbon, for the first time, Los Galacticos' stadium attracted fans, who for various reasons could not be in Portugal, to cheer together. This year, history will repeat again, although it was not so guaranteed.
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Brazil: Suspended matches and flooded stadiums. Devastating flood landscape in South of country
The Brazilian Football Confederation has suspended two more rounds of the national league due to severe flooding in the southern part of the country. The decision was made on Wednesday, following a request to halt the matches from 15 of the 20 top-tier clubs.
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Portugal: Stadium upgrades pre-match experience with... supermarket
Who hasn’t hesitated whether to go to a game or go shopping? Aware of the seriousness of this dilemma, Belenenses management decided to make it easier for fans by providing the German supermarket chain with space in their stadium. Something that sounds like an April Fools' joke was presented as a 'milestone for the club's present and future'.
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England: Etihad and Emirates will be prepared for potential title celebrations
Both Manchester City and Arsenal could clinch the English Premier League title on Sunday, during the final round of Premier League matches. Pep Guardiola's side holds a two-point advantage over the Gunners. All matches of the final round will kick off simultaneously. So what about the trophy?
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Italy: Lazio to invest in Stadio Flamino?
The president of Lazio, Claudio Lotito, has been working on an ambitious project aimed at constructing a stadium for the Biancocelesti team for several years in order to enablethem to no longer share a facility with AS Roma. Will this investment come to fruition?
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Germany: Hertha Berlin criticized for choosing new stadium location
Hertha Berlin has been searching for the perfect location to build their new stadium for some time now. In this context, increasing attention is being drawn to the Reiterstadion belonging to the equestrian club. This proposal is facing significant criticism.
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Spain: Gordian knot at Nou Mestalla still unresolved
The impasse over Valencia CF's new stadium continues. All the indications are that, despite another meeting of local politicians, the situation, now 15 years old, will not change one bit. As successive attempts at agreement break down, the hope of Valencia hosting the 2030 World Cup is also moving away. A prestigious defeat is almost certain.
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Italy: Como will play at home. Will they have time to rebuild?
The team from the north of Lombardy is returning to the top division in Italy after 22 years. Despite a stadium that does not meet Serie A requirements, Como have planned what to do to play next season's matches at the lakeside arena.
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England: Arsenal's women's team moves to Emirates
The tiny home of Arsenal's women's team will be replaced permanently next season by the fifth largest stadium in England. And that doesn't necessarily portend emptiness in the stands. The Gunners have already attracted a crowd this season by selling out all their tickets twice.
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Italy: Extended deadline for land acquisition in Rozzano. What's next for San Siro?
What future awaits Inter? Expansion of San Siro or an entirely new chapter in Rozzano? This has been a topic occupying the minds of many in Milan for quite some time. Mayor Gianni Ferretti of Rozzano, in conversation with Calciomercato.it, shared important insights on this matter.
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England: Fourth tallest waterfall in England. What's happening with Old Trafford?
Manchester United officials have admitted it was a challenge to cope with - as described - "unprecedented rainfall" following Sunday's 0-1 defeat to Arsenal. This is just further evidence of why new co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe is strongly advocating for an entirely new stadium.
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Slovakia: Construction of arena for UEFA Youth Championships in 2025 is underway in Prešov
In July 2023, an investment project commenced aimed at creating the Futbal Tatran Aréna (FTA). The stadium, with a capacity of 6,500 seats, is intended to meet UEFA's third-category criteria. It is being built on the site of the old Štadión Tatran. What do we know about the progress of the work?
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Italy: Court upholds San Siro's ‘inviolability’
San Siro will remain untouched for at least two years. This decision was taken by the Regional Administrative Court, following the intervention of the Milan City Council, which had appealed to the Regional Heritage Commission, on the question of the existence of cultural restrictions.
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Egypt expands football stadium attendance limits for fans
In an exciting turn of events, the Egyptian Ministry of Youth and Sports made a big announcement that's sure to please football fans across the nation. On Wednesday, May 8, they shared some promising news — the number of spectators allowed at football games is going up!
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Spain: Portable stadium will replace Romareda during redevelopment
Fast, cheap and good. Impossible? But that's what the Nueva Romareda project aims to do with Real Zaragoza's temporary move to a portable stadium. The counter-intuitive solution will speed up the upgrade of the Aragonés venue by nearly two years, allowing enough time to prepare Romareda for the 2030 World Cup.
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World Cup 2030: FIFA will inspect Portugal's stadiums before tournament
Despite such a long time until the 2030 World Cup, FIFA will visit Portugal at the end of May to carry out technical inspections of stadiums built 21 years ago. One of the venues is even set to be the arena for the World Cup semi-final.
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England: Are local residents and neighbouring businesses in favour of rebuilding Old Trafford?
Although Red Devils are not impressing on form, with Sir Jim Ratcliffe buying around 28% of the Manchester club's rights, the subject of redevelopment is back on the agenda. Will a significant infrastructure project help the local residents?
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World: All stadiums with 360-degree video board
Real Madrid boasts it, Barcelona gives it up. The first 360-degree video board in a stadium appeared in the United States. In Europe it was pioneered by a rather unexpected venue. Is having a panoramic screen crucial?
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Wales: Guinness World Record holder and Hollywood expanding
Since Wrexham FC were taken over by Hollywood stars in 2020, one of the oldest clubs in Great Britain is no longer just shining on the pitch, and is also looking to delight fans with an ambitious new plan to redevelop the oldest active football stadium in the world. Why are tickets about to run out and what do Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney want to do about it?
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Spain: 100 years of Estadio de Menzizorrotza
At the end of April, Deportivo Alavés’ stadium turned 100 years old. There was no shortage of lavish celebrations, with the festivities highlighted by a league victory over a direct rival. The future of a venue that has survived everything from playing in regional leagues to European cups is, however, uncertain.
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England: Selhurst Park redevelopment to begin soon?
Crystal Palace authorities have been given the green light to commence Selhurst Park redevelopment. This investment has been planned for several years, encountering numerous obstacles along the way that effectively delayed its start. However, it looks like work will begin this summer. What are the details of this modernization?
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Italy: New Napoli stadium in volcanic danger zone? Stubborn De Laurentiis
To begin with a short geography lesson. Naples is the capital of the Campania region and, in the area around the Phlegrean Islands, is the caldera of a super-volcano with a diameter of 13 km, lately increasingly ‘scaring’ the inhabitants of the area. Simple? Apparently not for everyone, as president Aurelio De Laurentiis has plans to move the stadium closer to the danger zone site which scientists advise against.
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Spain: A sing-song Bernabéu - stars at Galacticos stadium
It is not just the football show that the Madrid fan lives for, but also the concerts. Los Blancos’ away match at the Anoeta on April 26 saw the first and not the last concert in Real's new stadium. How many cultural events are planned and which stars will visit the Spanish capital in the coming months?
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Italy: Will mysterious forest delay plans to build AS Roma's arena?
In recent months, everything seemed to suggest that we would finally see the complete design of the arena in eastern Rome revealed, but an 'invisible forest' and a decision that could force the AS Roma authorities to look for a new location for their new home. Why has everything been stopped?
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Spain: Camp Nou simulation, pricier tickets, and another FC Barcelona partnership
The construction of the new Camp Nou is progressing well. The new stadium for FC Barcelona, which is definitively scheduled to be completed only by June 2026, is set to once again host matches starting in November of this year. However, there are people who do not want to wait that long.
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Poland: The issue of expanding Widzew Łódź stadium resurfaces
The stadium on Piłsudskiego Street can hold just over 18,000 fans. Getting a ticket for certain matches is nearly impossible, and season tickets sell out within moments. Currently, everyone in Łódź knows it's too small and hinders the club's potential for growth.
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Rzeszów: Agreement signed for construction of Podkarpackie Athletics Centre!
The city has announced the contractor for the construction of the Podkarpackie Athletics Centre. A multifunctional facility will be built in Rzeszów for almost 200 million złoty. This is also very good news for the football team Resovia, which has been using Stal's facility since advancing to the 1st league. What exactly will be built and when?
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Spain: Betis to move out for Benito Villamarín modernization
It is the end of an era for Benito Villamarín, as the modernisation that will force Betis to move out is set to begin early next year. Further details of the project have been made public. The club have managed to partially calm the mood over the controversial project, bringing them closer to starting work.
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Italy: Where will Como play after promotion to Serie A?
Como is well on its way to securing direct promotion to Serie A. This success would mark a triumphant return to the club's illustrious past after a 22-year absence from the top flight. The club's authorities have been preparing for this eventuality for several months, with the first issue to address being the stadium.
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YouTube: World Stadiums Under Construction (May 2024)
Stadiums all over the world are still being built and we are constantly on top of things. This time, we will take you on a tour of all the major arena construction sites that will soon take their final shape. As we did in the past, we'll start with the USA and then head east through Europe, Africa and Asia.
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Spain: Girona in Champions League. Monjuic or Montilivi?
Girona, by winning their last league match 4:2 against FC Barcelona, secured their appearance in the upcoming, reformed Champions League. However, ahead of their European Cup debut, the Blanc-i-vermells were faced with a choice that is problematic for them, as well as for their most passionate supporters. What did the Catalan club authorities, led by president Pere Guardiola, choose?
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Serbia: Construction begins on unique national stadium
In May, the foundation stone was laid for the construction of the new national stadium in Surčin, located 15 km from Belgrade. The President of Serbia promises that this facility will be one of the most modern in Europe and will be a "true masterpiece". What will the new arena for the Serbian national team look like exactly?
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England: "Vast Puzzle" at Everton's Stadium
The modernization of Everton Stadium is well underway. The entire facility is now powered up, with all networking infrastructure services operational. Interior work is progressing rapidly, with suspended ceilings being installed and all catering and concession equipment being set up.
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Slovakia: Cheapest UEFA Category IV stadium fully open
Six years of development and it's finally here! The newly opened Košice Futbalova Aréna have a capacity of more than 12,000 fans and will be one of the candidates to host home matches of the Slovak national team. The inauguration took place at the end of April 2024, but it was not the first match played in this stadium.
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Poland: Last year of Sandecja Stadium construction. Who is the author of the project?
The construction of the new Sandecja stadium is taking longer than anyone could have predicted. Finally, however, after many months of various disruptions, it seems that the investment is heading towards a happy ending. According to information recently provided by the city authorities, the facility will be ready later this year.
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Poland: Three teams will play at Cracovia Stadium?
The stadium at Kałuży street is currently home to two Ekstraklasa teams. Both Cracovia and Puszcza Niepołomice play their matches there. However, as it turns out, in the fall of 2024, Hutnik Krakow may also join them. Why?
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Spain: First Iberian "zero waste" stadium in Mallorca?
The rebuilding of Visit Mallorca Estadi was completed in early 2024, but La Ensaimada Mecanica is making further efforts to upgrade its arena. The club has announced a collaboration with a company that operates throughout Europe, working with clubs such as Bayern Munich and RB Leipzig. What will this collaboration consist of and how will it help the environment?
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USA: New Highmark is taking shape - construction update
New Highmark Stadium construction started less than a year ago and already something has started to grow out of the ground. Hundreds of workers, heavy equipment and the results have started to show! The arena in the western part of New York State has passed the first stage of construction work and no one plans to stop! Have deadlines been met and what has already been completed?
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