StadiumDBNews: March 2025
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English: Brazil: Neo Química Arena increases capacity
Neo Química Arena, home of Corinthians, now has a capacity of 48,905 seats. The addition of 1,060 seats required no construction work—only a safety report from the Military Police, which approved the expansion.
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Spain: Breakthrough after years of negotiations. Leganés stays at Butarque
Four years were needed for CD Leganés and the city to agree on the Estadio Butarque concession. After "long and intense" negotiations, the Pepineros signed an agreement with the mayor that requires them to make a series of concessions and act quickly.
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Spain: Bernabéu under scrutiny for fans' behavior during Champions League match
UEFA’s Appeals Committee ruled on Friday that part of the Santiago Bernabéu will face a conditional two-year closure due to discriminatory behavior from Real Madrid fans during their match against Manchester City.
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SOTY: We know the winner of Stadium of the Year
23 stadiums and one intriguing winner. Which one? We’ll announce it on Wednesday—first to our weekly newsletter subscribers and then to the rest of the world. Fans from all continents cast around 10,000 votes. Thank you!
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Spain: The end of a unique partnership. Reale Arena changes its name
It is rare for a club to have such a relationship with a sponsor as Real Sociedad had with Reale Seguros. After 13 seasons, the two sides announced the end of their partnership, exchanging meaningful gestures. The company released a touching video and the club, as a gesture of appreciation... created a special chair in the stands dedicated to the sponsor.
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Italy: Stadio Maradona to be modernised or rebuilt
The city council and SSC Napoli are considering whether to renovate the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona or build a new stadium. The discussion is gaining momentum, especially in the context of efforts to modernise Naples' sports infrastructure.
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SOTY: Last hours to vote for your Stadium of the Year 2024
Have you chosen your top 5 stadiums opened in 2024? You have until the end of the week to vote in the 15th edition of our annual competition. Bernabéu, Mas Monumental, Stadion Utama Sumatera Utara, or Egypt Stadium? But there are many more nominees—check the full list one more time and make your choice!
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SOTY: Vote for Bernabéu in the Stadium of the Year competition
For decades, Estadio Santiago Bernabéu has been one of the most iconic stadiums in the world. Now, despite its seemingly generic exterior, Real Madrid’s home stuns with modernity and grandeur. Only a few hours remain to cast your vote in the Stadium of the Year competition!
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Morocco: Grand Stade Hassan II to be completed ahead of schedule
Aziz Akhannouch, the head of government, chaired a meeting of the steering committee overseeing stadium projects for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations and the 2030 FIFA World Cup on February 27 in Rabat. What new do we know?
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USA: Populous presents new visualisations of Beaver Stadium
Beaver Stadium is undergoing a complete modernisation. Once the work is complete, scheduled for the 2027 season, the stadium will offer modern facilities for fans. What's more, the project will have a positive impact on the development of the region.
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England: Newcastle set to announce final decision on St James’ Park
Newcastle United is expected to make a decision on the future of St James’ Park soon. This comes from Peter Silverstone, the club’s Chief Commercial Officer, who spoke about the stadium’s future.
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