StadiumDBNews: January 2025
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Italy: Stadium named after Silvio Berlusconi? Heated debate in Italy
U-Power Stadium, will not be named after Silvio Berlusconi. After a heated debate during the councilor Martina Sassoli withdrew her proposal. The discussion had been going on for nearly 18 months since the former Italian Prime Minister's death on June 12, 2023.
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Italy: Genoa’s EURO 2032 bid transforming an entire district
On the sidelines of the launch of the European Liguria 2025 Sports Region, the mayor of Genoa, Pietro Piciocchi, unveiled ambitious plans for the renovation of the Stadio Luigi Ferraris and the comprehensive redevelopment of the Marassi district.
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Finland: Unique on a global scale stadium-city in Finland
Football, flats and business. Tammelan Stadium in Tampere has won the Finlandia Prize for Architecture 2024 in recognition of its unique use of urban space, as the venue combines the role of a sports arena, residential block and a shopping centre.
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Italy: Future of Palermo's stadium amid classic italian obstacles
The city and Palermo FC have entered a decisive phase of negotiations regarding the long-term concession of the Renzo Barbera Stadium. After months of discussions and numerous technical and legal challenges, both parties are striving to reach an agreement that will enable the modernization of the venue and expand its functionality.
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Gibraltar: National stadium of Gibraltar is set for demolition
The demolition of Victoria Stadium in Gibraltar, approved by the Development and Planning Commission, paves the way for the construction of a modern National Stadium. The decision, despite much controversy, has received UEFA approval and raises high hopes among the local sporting community.
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USA: Buffalo Bills unveiled new renderings of Highmark Stadium
The Buffalo Bills have revealed the latest renderings of their future stadium. The visualisations show details of the lower bowl and arena area, highlighting a modern approach to fan space design.
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Spain: Madrid president's grand plan for Vallecas like Bernabeu
The Community of Madrid has announced a plan to upgrade Vallecas, which will transform the run-down venue into a modern sports and cultural centre. The decision shows how the Rayo president and the Madrid president have different views on the new stadium.
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Wales: Wrexham AFC stadium redevelopment plans grow bigger than initially anticipated
The ambitious plans of Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney for the redevelopment of Wrexham AFC’s Racecourse Ground are becoming even more extensive.
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Italy: Inter and Milan prepare financing plan for new stadium
By the end of February, Inter and Milan must present the Mayor of Milan with a financial plan for the construction of a new San Siro stadium. This is a key step in advancing the project.
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Spain: Valladolid's stadium turned violet in anticipation of renovation
Purple facade, club crest and symbols on the elevation. Estadio José Zorrilla looks more beautiful than ever... but the real, long-awaited modernization is still not coming.
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England: Old Trafford could be nearly as big as Camp Nou
Manchester United has announced that a decision on whether to redevelop Old Trafford or build a new stadium will be made by the summer. What will be the capacity of the stadium in the future?
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Italy: Torino faces challenges over stadium lease agreement
After a series of sporting setbacks, Torino Fc is now grappling with pressing financial and organizational issues. At the heart of the crisis are the stadium mortgage and the concession agreement for the use of Stadio Grande Torino, set to expire in 2025.
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Spain: Great success for ice rink at Metropolitano and return of butterflies
Madrid On Ice attracted more than 100,000 visitors, turning the Riyadh Air Metropolitano into a winter wonderland. At the same time, there are plans for the return of... butterflies and a botanical park around the stadium.
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USA: Time to demolish the largest stadium in Washington
Preparations for the demolition of RFK Stadium began on January 13, with full demolition set to begin later this month.
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Spain: Growing problems at unfinished Estadio Las Gaunas
Estadio Las Gaunas has been serving the city for more than two decades, but it is still struggling with problems that should have been solved at the design stage. The lack of stable seating capacity and the lack of facilities for the disabled are just some of the issues that need urgent intervention.
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Argentina: 360° screen will debut at Mâs Monumental
Since 2020, Mâs Monumental has been undergoing an unprecedented modernization process. The latest addition is the installation of a 360° LED ring, which will surround the central stands and revolutionize the fan experience.
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Epain: Barcelona criticizes Madrid in fight for World Cup final
David Escudé, the Sports Councilor for the Barcelona City Council, told EFE in an interview that it would be hard to understand if Spotify Camp Nou didn’t host the 2030 World Cup final.
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Poland: EURO 2012 stadium prepares for Conference League final
On 28 May, the eyes of all of football in Europe will turn to Wrocław, where Tarczynski Arena will become the arena for the final of the UEFA Conference League. Hosting such an event, however, requires adequate preparation, so the stadium is undergoing intensive modernisation work.
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Spain: Valencia halts the construction of a sports facility near Nou Mestalla
Valencia CF has submitted a design for the building of a new sports centre in close proximity to Nou Mestalla. However, the City Council will not examine it or grant a licence until the club has paid the estimated €11.2 million for Benicalap sports centre.
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Spain: May’s El Clasico – the first match at Camp Nou!
FC Barcelona is racing against time to return to Camp Nou in May. The pitch, city negotiations, and a Plan B – what obstacles lie ahead? Find out what challenges await the club in the coming months.
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Spain: El Sardinero on road to commercialisation
Racing Santander is taking another step towards financial stability. President Higuera has announced that the process of finding a sponsor is well under way. At the same time, the stadium is increasing capacity, responding to the growing interest of fans.
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Italy: Mayor favors Lazio's project? Clear reaction from Roma Nouto
A few days ago, the mayor of Rome expressed his support for Lazio’s proposal to modernize the Stadio Flaminio. "I think the Flaminio stadium project is beautiful and worthy of support. We are currently in the technical phase, which our offices are already working on," he stated.
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England: Everton announces partnership with global leader in facilities management
Everton has selected OCS, a global leader in facilities management, to deliver integrated services at its new stadium.
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Portugal: Forgotten national stadium will finally undergo modernization
After a year-long competition, the modernization project for Estádio Nacional has finally been selected. The start date for construction has not yet been determined, but there is hope that the stadium will be used during the 2030 World Cup.
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Italy: Big plans and controversy surrounding new Como stadium
The construction of the new Como 1907 stadium is fast approaching. The Populous project arouses excitement and hope, but also provokes protests from residents. Will the city manage to combine its vision of sporting success with the needs of local residents?
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England: New era of digital fan experiences at Anfield
Anfield, the home of Liverpool FC, is entering a new era of digital transformation. With an advanced wireless network, the club is introducing innovations that will redefine how fans experience matches both inside and around the stadium.
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Spain: Work begins on temporary stadium for Real Zaragoza
The urbanisation work to build a portable stadium for Real Zaragoza is fast approaching. The first activities on the construction site are scheduled for this coming Monday, 20 January.
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Spain: Girona to announce new stadium project soon
The president of Girona, Delfí Geli, has announced that the new stadium project, which involves either a complete redevelopment of Montilivi or the construction of a new facility at a different location, will soon be presented to the fans.
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World Cup 2030: Nou Mestalla threatens Malaga and A Coruña's bid
"Two stadiums, one in the south and one in the north, are under threat." The Spanish journalist's words are causing concern on Riazor and La Rosaleda. The return of works at Nou Mestalla and the Spanish federation's diplomatic offensive could lead to the swap of one of the two stadiums.
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Spain: Madrid is pumping money into the stadium, but Rayo wants out
The regional government’s wide plan to modernize Estadio de Vallecas does not seem to convince Rayo Vallecano's president. To the surprise and anger of socios, he announced that remaining in Vallecas is "uncertain" and will result in the club's relegation...to the third tier.
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Argentina: Independiente wants a world-class stadium... for free
Built with money from the sale of Sergio Agüero. Opened when half of the work was completed. Stripped of a roof and facade to save money. Estadio Libertadores de America will undergo a major overhaul, but CA Independiente has an original plan: it won’t pay a single peso for it.
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New Zealand: The battle for Auckland’s main stadium
The competition to select Auckland's “main stadium” is likely to extend into next year. The Eden Park Trust and supporters of the Te Tōangaroa proposal presented progress reports on their plans, promising to deliver final feasibility studies by February 4.
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USA: Tampa Bay Rays agree to repair Tropicana Field
The Tampa Bay Rays have officially endorsed a plan to repair Tropicana Field following damage caused by Hurricane Milton. The cost to repair the stadium, which under the agreement must be ready for the 2026 season, will be at least $56 million.
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Italy: Fiorentina to remain at Franchi during renovation
Following decisions made at the technical table in the Prefecture, a resolution from the Mayor of Florence, Sara Funaro, has now been approved by the city council.
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England: Newcastle United considering Murrayfield as a temporary stadium
Newcastle United are facing a decision over the future of St James' Park. As part of these considerations, there is also a controversial proposal to temporarily move games to Edinburgh's Murrayfield Stadium.
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Oman: Sultan orders, Oman builds; this time a new stadium in the East
A new sports town in Oman is gaining momentum. By the decision of Sultan ibn Tariq Al Sa'id, the complex will be built in Al-Musanna, with a soccer stadium at its heart. Three companies have come forward to put the ruler's vision on paper, but their proposed budgets are radically different.
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Spain: Barça may return to Camp Nou in May!
FC Barcelona are struggling with delays in construction work at Spotify Camp Nou, forcing an extension of the use of the Estadi Olímpic de Montjuïc. However, the club remains optimistic about returning to its home stadium in May. It is important to remember, however, that each subsequent delay may make the prospect of returning to Les Corts only in the next season more likely.
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Australia: Will Marvel Stadium lose its cricketing relevance?
Uneven pitch, slippery surface-these problems have dominated the discussion around Marvel Stadium. Aaron Finch, an Australian cricket legend, has openly called for the team's matches to be moved to Geelong. Is this the beginning of the end for Marvel Stadium as a host venue for cricket?
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Mexico: Club America takes over Estadio Azul
Club America has been left alone at Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes. First Atlante and now Cruz Azul have fled the Benito Juarez district, but the Eagles have decided to stay at the controversy-shrouded facility and have already begun its "Americanization."
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Australia: Brisbane Olympic stadium construction faces strong opposition
The community group Save Victoria Park has formally lodged an objection to the proposed construction of an Olympic stadium on the Victoria Park site. The objection was submitted to the Games Independent Infrastructure and Coordination Authority as part of the 100-day Olympic infrastructure review.
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USA: 106,000 capacity Beaver Stadium renovation officially launched
On Saturday morning, in a wintry setting, a new era began at Beaver Stadium. The demolition of the 64-year-old press box, watched by hundreds of fans, marked the symbolic start of the long-awaited stadium renovation project.
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England: Crucial months ahead for Oxford United new stadium
In December, it was revealed that Cherwell District Council will conduct new consultations in 2025 regarding Oxford United’s proposed new stadium after receiving additional environmental information.
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Spain: Valencia resumes work on Nou Mestalla with new project
Sixteen years of stalemate, six projects and six presidents. And then, finally, work on the Nou Mestalla returned yesterday. The stadium is supposed to be a "monument" and a "beacon of hope," but the club and the contractor are facing tight deadlines, financial problems and zero public trust.
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Spain: How much does Real Madrid lose on each canceled concert?
In November 2024, Florentino Pérez stated that hosting concerts at the stadium accounts for just 1% of the club's revenue. However, data from Duki's June concert reveal that real madrid loses hundreds of thousands of euros for every canceled event.
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Spain: FC Barcelona sells pieces of the old Camp Nou
An extraordinary auction organised by FC Barcelona will begin on 23 January. Fans of the Catalan Pride will have the chance to get their hands on unique items, including legendary football lockers, corner flags or penalty points from the famous pitch.
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World Cup 2030: Coruña wants an Anfield-style Riazor
Anfield-style stands, a seating capacity similar to Reale arena and a model copied from the Bernabéu. The Coruña City Council is giving clues about the details of the new Riazor project, but the financing and the final design are still unknown. And time is against them.
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Czech Republic: Baník Ostrava plans a return to iconic Bazaly
In 2029, the stadium should be ready and functional, announces Ostrava councillor Lukáš Semerák. After a gap of years, Baník Ostrava may return to its legendary Bazaly, albeit in a completely new guise. What are the plans, challenges and hopes for the Nové Bazaly project?
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England: Ambitious plans for Bath Rugby's new stadium construction
Bath Rugby has announced that the club has submitted plans for the construction of a modern stadium. The project involves expanding the stadium at The Rec, the club's historic home since 1894, to a capacity of 18,000 seats.
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England: Brighton & Hove to expand Amex in a multi-million investment
Two years, three phases and tens of millions of pounds. Brighton & Hove Albion has unveiled ambitious plans to modernize Amex Stadium. Standing places or the largest fan zone in the Premier League are just some of the changes for the Seagulls’ home to undergo.
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England: Stadium options for Newcastle during St James’ Park redevelopment
Newcastle United are considering two options: building a new stadium or expanding the legendary St James' Park. However, whatever decision is made, it may be necessary to temporarily relocate games to... Stadium of Light? Is such a scenario realistic?
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Spain: Vice president of FC Barcelona on return to Camp Nou
The Camp Nou redevelopment is underway and fans are eagerly awaiting their return home. There is still no clear date for the completion of the works. Vice president Maria Elena Fort, in a radio interview, addressed the latest challenges and the club's current situation.
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Bosnia and Herzegovina: New national stadium to be built by 2029
Bosnia and Herzegovina is planning a significant step in the development of its sports infrastructure. A new national stadium will be built in the city of Zenica to replace the existing venue, Bilino Polje.
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Mexico: Possible first-ever name change for Estadio Azteca
Estadio Azteca is undergoing a modernization process as part of preparations for the most important sporting event of 2026, the FIFA World Cup.
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USA: Joe Biden signs bill handing over RFK Stadium to Washington
On January 6, President Joe Biden signed a bill that transfers control of the land housing the old RFK Stadium from the federal government to the city of Washington, marking another step toward the potential return of the Washington Commanders to the nation’s capital.
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Australia: Unrealistic Macquarie Point Stadium plan under fire
Independent economist Dr Nicholas Gruen warns that the cost of Macquarie Point has been significantly underestimated and the project timetable is unrealistic. His report has sparked debate about the merits of the investment.
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Italy: AS Roma stadium project in final stages amid forest dispute
The year 2025 is shaping up to be a critical one for AS Roma. The city of Rome has been eagerly awaiting the submission of the new stadium project, which is due no later than the end of February.
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Andorra: Gerard Piqué’s club cancels plans for a new stadium construction
Despite relegation from the Segunda to the Primera RFEF, Gerard Piqué's project with Andorra and his involvement have remained unchanged. The original plan by Kosmos, Piqué's company, included the construction of a new stadium in Andorra.
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WC 2030: Uruguay and Estadio Centenario prepare for tournament
The Uruguayan Football Federation (AUF) and the authorities in Montevideo have been working for some time with the year 2030 in mind. However, it is not the only number they are focused on. There is another figure that represents the most complicated aspect of the stadium project for the World Cup: $160 million.
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Czech Republic: Prague will get three new stadiums in city
Prague clubs are entering a new phase of investment in sports infrastructure. Sparta, Bohemians and Slavia are preparing to implement ambitious projects that will change the face of football in the Czech capital.
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Serbia: New national stadium could pay for itself in… 400 years
Serbia is continuing with one of the most controversial investments of recent years. While the authorities are working intensively on the fourth phase of the development plan, experts warn that the stadium may only pay for itself in hundreds of years.
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Italy: Stadio Garilli says goodbye to tubular structures
Stadio Garilli in Piacenza is undergoing another transformation. The dismantling of the characteristic tubular structures that have accompanied the stadium for three decades will usher in a new era for the venue.
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UK: Northern Ireland’s chances for EURO 2028 fading
The redevelopment of Casement Park stadium in Belfast has been generating huge excitement for months. The final cost of the development, which some reports claimed would exceed the astronomical sum of £400m, has been firmly dismissed by Brian McAvoy, secretary of Ulster GAA.
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Stadium of the Year 2024: Play your part in celebrating 22 new stadiums
Exactly that many stadiums were opened in the past year, 2024—unless, of course, we’ve overlooked one. This is your chance to catch us slipping! Check out the list of venues participating in the Stadium of the Year competition and share your own suggestion for a stadium that opened in recent months.
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Italy: €100M renovation in exchange for a 50-year concession
Rocco Commisso, owner of Fiorentina, plans to invest €100m in upgrading Stadio Artemio Franchi. In return, he expects to be granted a 50-year concession to manage the venue. His proposal includes the completion of ongoing renovations and the creation of a modern commercial infrastructure.
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France: Stade de France concession dispute may go to court
The current leaseholder of the Stade de France, the Vinci-Bouygues consortium, plans to challenge the renewal process for the lease, after the government decided to enter exclusive negotiations with its competitor, GL Events.
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Europe: Unconquered stadiums - the curse of visitors in 2024/25 season
Five stadiums of five teams playing in European competitions and a handful of arenas from non-obvious and even exotic leagues. After the autumn round, a small number of clubs on the Old Continent can boast that they have not once lost in front of their home crowd.
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Spain: Preparations begin to resume construction of Nou Mestalla
Preliminary work to resume construction on the Nou Mestalla has begun. This was confirmed by El Desmarque after receiving a video from a reader showing workers using pneumatic hammers, visible and audible through one of the side doors of the unfinished structure.
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Spain: Will Rugby Return to Estadio José Zorrilla for Good?
Questioning whether rugby will return permanently to Valladolid's Estadio Jose Zorrilla Stadium has generated much discussion in Spain, just like sports betting platforms such as monro kazino that are becoming increasingly popular with fans looking to add excitement and anticipation into their viewing experiences.
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England: Leaving St.James’ Park could be Newcastle’s best path to success
St James’ Park has created some fabulous moments for Newcastle over the years. It has been their home ground since 1892 and the fans at the stadium are known for generating a great atmosphere and being the 12th man.
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England: Everton's first test match at new stadium in February!
Everton will hold three test events to obtain the necessary licenses and safety certificates required to operate the stadium at full capacity for the upcoming season.
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Italy: Agreement signed for Cagliari's new stadium
Just before the New Year, Cagliari Mayor Massimo Zedda and Sardinia Region Chairwoman Alessandra Todde signed a Programmatic Agreement for the construction of a new municipal stadium. The project aims to transform the Sant’Elia district.
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England: Aston Villa announces new fan zones
Aston Villa has revealed groundbreaking plans to revitalize the area surrounding Villa Park, including the creation of a new fan zone and a 3,500-seat venue designed for hosting various events.
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France: Fans opposed to Brest's move to Stade de France
"Not to the Stade de France." This slogan appeared on Christmas Eve at the gate of the Stade Brestois training center in Kerlaurent. The same slogan was hung in several other locations around the city of Brest.
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