StadiumDBNews: September 2024
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England: "We're almost there" - Everton Stadium surroundings with important change
Everton's new stadium has reached a remarkable milestone, with one of the final pieces of the puzzle now in place. Thousands of m³ of sand have been removed from the western dock, allowing it to be refilled with water and creating a new landmark around the club’s waterfront headquarters.
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EURO 2028: Will Northern Ireland host the tournament? Costs rise again
"Walking past the closed gates of Casement Park, it's hard to believe that in less than four years, this stadium could host a major football tournament," wrote Andy Gray for BBC. The battle for the EURO continues, but it is unlikely to have a happy ending.
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Canada: $250 million renovation of Commonwealth Stadium in doubt
Visuals of Commonwealth Stadium began circulating on social media after being published on the City of Edmonton’s website. However, the city council has only approved design work costing $3.05 million and has not agreed to proceed with the extensive renovation.
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Spain: Concerts at Bernabéu suspended
Real Madrid has suspended all concerts scheduled at Estadio Santiago Bernabéu at least until March. The decision came after increasing complaints about noise and debris.
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Italy: Plans to upgrade Stadio Maradona overshadowed by dispute over its ownership
Aurelio De Laurentiis has openly expressed his desire to purchase the Maradona stadium, but is facing resistance from the city authorities. Meanwhile, architect Zavanella has confirmed that he will be revealing a redevelopment project to Napoli's president in the near future. Will this vision live to see realisation before the 2032 European Championships?
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Italy: Inter and Milan keen to build stadium next to San Siro
On September 13, a meeting took place at Palazzo Marino between the mayor of Milan, Giuseppe Sala, and the top management of Inter and AC Milan. The clubs rejected the proposal for San Siro's renovation by WeBuild, which would have cost around €400 million.
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Spain: Madrid Community confirms renovation of Rayo stadium!
The President of the Madrid Community, Isabel Díaz Ayuso, confirmed during a recent debate on the state of the region that the renovation of Estadio de Vallecas will take place early next year.
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Spain: Tender announced for next phase of Nueva Romareda construction
Nueva Romareda has announced a tender for €138.5 million for a major phase involving the demolition of the current facility and the construction of a new stadium. The public tender will determine the works for Phase 1B.
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Spain: The first seats at Camp Nou are already in place
Work at the new Blaugrana stadium continues 24 hours a day, literally, so that Barça can return to Les Corts on schedule. Although the task is very difficult, one detail gives hope to FC Barcelona fans: the first seats of the second stand are already installed.
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England: Newport (IOW) F.C. to get new stadium after six years at Beatrice Avenue
A major step forward for Newport Football Club will be the demolition of its former ground, St George's Park, which will begin next week. Soon, construction will start on a brand-new facility at The Racecourse in Whippingham.
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Spain: Real Sociedad fan dies while entering Reale Arena
A fall caused the death of a socio in San Sebastian just before the start of the match against Real Madrid. The club has announced its condolences to the family and friends of the deceased, while Ertzaintza, the local police, has opened an investigation to discover the cause of the tragedy.
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Spain: Two companies interested in building temporary stadium for Real Zaragoza
On September 12, the deadline for submitting bids for the construction of a temporary football pitch for Real Zaragoza at the North Parking lot expired. This temporary facility will be used during the work on La Romareda.
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Spain: Betis joins 'La Liga NFC'
Los Verdiblancos introduce NFC season passes at the Benito Villamarín, allowing the ticket holders to access matches by bringing their cell phone close to the turnstiles at the entrance. They are the third team to do so this season.
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Spain: Countdown to the end of Bernabéu renovation
The renovation of Real Madrid's stadium is nearing completion, though everyone is still waiting for one key element that has yet to be installed. It is the name of the stadium, which will appear on the façade facing Paseo de la Castellana.
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Spain: Bernabéu named best stadium for 2024 by World Football Summit!
The World Football Summit (WFS), the leading platform for the global football industry, has announced that the newly renovated Estadio Santiago Bernabéu has won the prestigious award for Best Stadium of the Year 2024.
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Canada: New roof for Olympic Stadium is getting closer
The German architectural studio GMP Architekten has been selected to design a replacement roof for the "controversial" Olympic Stadium in Montreal. This will be the company's first project in North America.
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Spain: The two open fronts that divide Cádiz fans
After securing their first win of the season, Cádiz CF breathes again, but only in purely football terms, as the club has at least two fronts to close, both referring to their stadium. The first one is the dispute over the name Estadio Carranza (or Nuevo Mirandilla), while the second is the worsening state of the venue.
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England: Chelsea seeks to build new stadium in different location
Chelsea has been in talks about leaving Stamford Bridge and relocating to Earl's Court as it seeks a solution for its plans to build a larger stadium. Increasing the capacity is the owners' top priority, and difficulties in redeveloping the current stadium have led the club to explore new locations in West London.
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StadiumDB.com: ¡Lanzamos la página web en español!
What do those enigmatic words and funny exclamation marks mean? Yesterday, on our social media, we announced the launch of the website in the new language. So it's time to get to know it and see the results of the work we've been ‘quietly’ doing over the last few months.
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Spain: Construction work on Camp Nou to continue 24/7!
According to Betevé, FC Barcelona has reached an agreement with the city council and residents of Les Corts that will allow round-the-clock work on the renovation of Camp Nou. Of course, this comes with certain conditions and restrictions. The regulation will take effect on September 12.
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Italy: Lazio’s Flaminio redevelopment project eagerly awaited
The future of Stadio Flaminio depends on decisions the authorities will make in the coming months. However, the municipality cannot handle this task alone. ANAC, the National Anti-Corruption Authority, has expressed its willingness to support the municipality in this matter.
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Spain: City delays start of administrative procedures into Estadio José Zorrilla
The City Council has not yet initiated any administrative procedures regarding the renovation of the stadium and the transfer of land for the expansion of the sports complex.
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2030 World Cup: A Coruña prepares for FIFA inspection
On September 10, a meeting was held at the Palacio de María Pita between the A Coruña City Council and Deportivo. Members of the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) were also present at the meeting.
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England: United partnership boosts prospects for Old Trafford redevelopment
Manchester United has taken another significant step towards the construction of a new stadium with a capacity of 100,000 fans, by establishing a strategic partnership aimed at maximizing the revitalization opportunities around Old Trafford.
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Italy: Appeal rejected - AS Roma can work on new stadium
The Municipality of Rome has won in the Council of State. The judges of Palazzo Spada have rejected the appeal filed by two residents of the Pietralata district against the eviction order issued by the Capitol. This is the area where AS Roma's new stadium is set to be built.
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Italy: AC Milan updated on price of new stadium
The new stadium for AC Milan has been a top priority ever since Gerry Cardinale and RedBird purchased the club from Elliott Management. Significant progress has been made in San Donato, specifically in the San Francesco area, as the project is now being discussed within the framework of a program agreement.
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England: Former chief executive reveals obstacle in Villa Park plans
Aston Villa faces a significant hurdle in its plans to expand its venue. The club received permission for a complete redevelopment of the North Stand in 2022, but last year abandoned the idea.
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England: Wembley and athletics - not many fans know about this feature!
Wembley Stadium is an iconic venue, and since its redevelopment was completed in 2007, it has hosted many of the world's biggest events. From FA Cup and Champions League finals, to NFL games, Tyson Fury's fights, and Taylor Swift concerts. However, there is one feature of the venue that is not even known to English fans.
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Spain: Watch Madrid derby... lying in bed at Estadio Metropolitano
Fotocasa and Gilmar have teamed up to create something they’re calling the "Fan's Home" at the Cívitas Metropolitano. The goal of both brands is to offer fans the chance to enjoy the game from the comfort of a home-like setting and experience live football while lying in bed or sitting on a sofa, as if it were their own living room.
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England: Top architects interested in St James' Park redevelopment
It's not just the fans who are eagerly awaiting the results of the Newcastle United stadium feasibility study. Architects from around the world are also curious about what will happen next with St James' Park, including Aaron Fletcher, director of Manica, who stated that he "would love to get involved if given the opportunity."
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Penn State Receives an 8-Figure Donation for Beaver Stadium Renovation
Penn State Athletics has announced a $10 million donation toward the Beaver Stadium renovation project. The second Founders' Gift from a donor who asked to remain anonymous will boost the renovation efforts.
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USA: Washington Commanders stadium changes its name
At the end of August, Washington Commanders and Northwest Federal Credit Union (NWFCU) announced a new, multi-year, exclusive agreement related to the naming rights of the football team's stadium.
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Scotland: Driving to Celtic Park or Ibrox? New parking rules are on the way
Football fans attending matches at Celtic Park and Ibrox Stadium face new challenges as Glasgow City Council introduces match-day parking controls, aiming to reduce traffic congestion and improve safety, requiring fans to rethink their traditional match-day routines.
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Germany: Opening of new Heinz-Steyer-Stadion. Big event in Dresden
Dresden has been waiting for the opening of the new Heinz-Steyer-Stadion for a long time. The inauguration celebrations, scheduled to take place over several days, promise unforgettable excitement for the town's residents including a tour of the facility or an athletics meeting.
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England: Birmingham stadium upgrades ahead of new season
St Andrew's Stadium, home of Birmingham City Football Club, is undergoing another upgrade in its history. The club is looking to create an even better environment for fans and upgrade the stadium's infrastructure, or replace the pitch.
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Spain: Celta wants another reform of Balaídos, with or without the World Cup
The modernisation of Celta Vigo's stadium has not even started, yet the club and the city are already talking about another redevelopment. The reason is that the number of socios cannot grow through limited capacity. The good relationship between the club and city can lead to another reconstruction, even despite Vigo not being the host of the 2030 World Cup.
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Germany: How were profits made at Volksparkstadion?
Hamburger SV is gearing up for a stadium revolution that could raise millions. Although the club is constantly grappling with the reality of playing in the 2. Bundesliga, ambitious plans are on the horizon to not only increase profitability but also develop the infrastructure.
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Spain: Ban on Palestinian flags at Alfonso Murube in Ceuta
The banning of Palestinian flags in Ceuta has sparked outrage. The decision was met with criticism, highlighting the unequal treatment compared to situations where expressions of support for international causes, such as the war in Ukraine, did not face similar restrictions.
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Italy: Return of Curva Sud against Fiorentina at Gewiss Stadium
The match against Fiorentina promises to be special - the stands will be full and the cheering will return to the level that has distinguished the atmosphere at the Bergamo team's matches over the years. After a year's break, the refurbished Curva Sud returns.
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2034 World Cup: Construction of 'coiled’ stadium has begun!
The construction of Aramco Stadium has begun. The project, managed by Aramco, involves the collaboration of BESIX and ALBAWANI in the design and construction of the stadium. The investment is expected to be completed by 2026.
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USA: We know the opening date of the new Inter Miami stadium!
A few days ago, Inter Miami “painted” the city pink and handed out merchandise at several locations across Miami to officially kick off the countdown to the opening of Miami Freedom Park, the long-awaited stadium.
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Spain: Community of Madrid commits to renovating Estadio de Vallecas
Last July, the Community of Madrid announced a 2 million euro investment plan for Estadio de Vallecas, aiming to adapt the facility to LaLiga standards.
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Italy: AC Milan continues work in San Donato
Amid the discussions about the renovation of San Siro, work continues at the site where AC Milan plans to build its new stadium. Talks with the city regarding the potential acquisition of Meazza by both Milanese clubs are not slowing down the project in San Donato.
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Mexico: Renovation of Estadio Azteca underway. What does facility look like now?
Estadio Azteca is undergoing an unprecedented transformation. The goal is clear— to provide top-level football experiences. The only stadium in the world that has hosted three World Cup tournaments is writing a new chapter in its rich history.
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Germany: Greuther Fürth enters cashless era. Modern payments at Ronhof Stadion
From now on, Greuther Fürth fans can enjoy an even better experience at matches with the introduction of card and mobile payment options at Ronhof Stadium. Tradition meets modernity, all to provide an even better fan experience.
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Spain: Girona introduces NFC season passes at Montilivi
Girona FC has announced the introduction of NFC passes at Estadi Montilivi, the second smallest stadium in LaLiga EASports. Thanks to NFC, Blanc-i-Vermells’ socios will be able to pass through the barriers with the touch of a phone to a reader, making it significantly easier and quicker to access the venue.
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Brazil: Fluminense stadium named in honour of Marcelo
Fluminense is paying tribute to its alumnus, the legendary Real Madrid defender. The Xerém stadium, where Marcelo's career began, will be renamed after him. The ceremony will take place on September 5 and will be attended not only by the player himself, but also by his family and friends.
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Spain: FC Barcelona sure of quick return to Camp Nou
With just over three months left in the year, FC Barcelona is under enormous pressure to ensure that the new Camp Nou can partially welcome its fans by the last month of 2024.
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Spain: First phase of Olympic stadium upgrade has begun in Seville
Work on the modernisation of La Cartuja in Seville is gathering pace. The first phase of the project, which aims to increase its capacity to 70,000 seats, will be completed next April. The plan is expected to bring Andalusia's dream of hosting the 2030 World Cup a step closer.
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England: Work on the turf at Everton Stadium and new partner
The grass seeding at Everton's new stadium is expected to be completed next month. Workers will lay seven layers before the green surface appears. Everton is now less than a year away from moving to the Mersey waterfront.
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Italy: Key days are approaching for future of San Siro
The future of San Siro remains uncertain. Mayor Beppe Sala announced that in mid-September he will meet with Inter and Milan to understand what "both clubs want and what they can do."
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Germany: RB Leipzig continues stadium safety campaign
RB Leipzig is implementing innovative measures to make the stadium a safe and violence-free place for all fans and staff. The extended campaign ‘Your view counts’ aims to stop all displays of inappropriate behaviour in the stadium.
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Germany: New solar roof at Borussia Dortmund stadium
As part of a new partnership between Borussia Dortmund and RWE, a modern photovoltaic system integrated with energy storage has been installed on the roof of the stadium. This will make the venue one of the greenest football stadiums in the world.
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USA: Mercedes-Benz Stadium ranked among the top NFL stadiums for food
Foodies rejoice! Mercedes-Benz Stadium, the home of the Atlanta Falcons, has earned acclaim for its exceptional fare, ranking fourth among NFL stadiums for food. A recent study evaluated stadiums based on concession variety, pricing, and fan reviews. While AT&T Stadium in Texas stole the spotlight, Mercedes-Benz stands out for its wallet-friendly offerings, with hot dogs, soft drinks, and popcorn priced at just $2.
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Spain: Cádiz stadium name dispute to be settled soon?
Municipal group Adelante Izquierda Gaditana has announced a fight to keep the current name of the Nuevo Mirandilla stadium, stressing that the reintroduction of the Carranza name would be a violation of the Democratic Memory Law and an insult to the victims of Francoism.
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Switzerland: Terrible turf condition ahead of important national team match
The state of the turf at the Stade de Genève is raising serious concerns ahead of the upcoming Nations League match between Switzerland and Spain. With a fungus outbreak devastating the turf, both players and coaching staff are concerned that the pitch conditions could significantly affect the match.
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Mexico: Cruz Azul is preparing to build new stadium
The construction of Cruz Azul's new stadium continues to be one of the most discussed topics among fans. The club's management has revealed that they are currently in the final phase of evaluating five new locations within the state of Mexico.
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Spain: Key meeting held by Malaga authorities on La Rosaleda redevelopment
A key meeting was held on Friday, 30 August, to discuss the redevelopment of La Rosaleda. In preparation for the 2030 World Cup, the stadium is set to undergo a significant transformation to meet FIFA requirements and offer an even better environment for fans.
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USA: Changes at Levi's Stadium ahead of 2026 World Cup
To mark the 10th anniversary of Levi's Stadium, the San Francisco 49ers team and the stadium management have announced the introduction of modern features and improvements. This is in connection with the upcoming sporting events to be held there.
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Colombia: Stadium upgrades ahead of Under-20 Women's World Cup
On August 31, the eleventh U-20 Women's World Cup in history began. For the first time, this event is being held in Colombia and for the second time in South America. Spain’s players, who won gold in 2022, are defending their title.
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Spain: Three companies interested in renovating Estadio Iberoamericano 2010
In total, three companies are interested in undertaking the renovation of the football stadium in San Fernando, Cádiz. The budget for this investment is €10,998,199.44, with a completion time of 16 months.
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Spain: Full stands at Spain-Fidji match at Estadio José Zorrilla?
On November 16, Estadio José Zorrilla will become the arena for a unique sporting event. For the first time in its history, the venue will host an international rugby match. The Spanish Federation wants the stadium to be filled to the brim with fans who will be able to watch the clash between Spain and Fiji live.
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Italy: Improvements and pub inside San Siro
Giuseppe Meazza Stadium, one of the most iconic venues, is increasingly striving to match modern standards in the football world. The pub, which was inaugurated during Inter's match against Atalanta, is one of the many innovations in store for the 2024/2025 season.
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Italy: More details about new Flaminio stadium designed by Lazio
The rendering reflects Claudio Lotito's vision, which involves increasing the capacity of Stadio Flaminio without distorting the original structure designed by Pier Luigi and Antonio Nervi for the 1960 Olympic Games.
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