StadiumDBNews: April 2025
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Spain: Madrid installs giant windows to soundproof the Bernabéu
It has been 7 months since the suspension of concerts at the Santiago Bernabéu and 5 months since the club hired a specialised company to soundproof it. The first effects of their efforts can now be seen: giant windows in the Skywalk area.
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Scotland: Dark clouds over Hamilton Accies – deducted points and massive stadium debt
The team from New Douglas Park is still reeling from the devastating 15-point deduction and £9,000 fine imposed by the SPFL for multiple violations of SPFL regulations – which they plan to appeal.
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USA: Professional soccer facility to be built in Buffalo
Buffalo Pro Soccer has officially launched its operations in the "Queen City," announcing the construction of a new stadium in the Valley neighborhood of Buffalo. The project aims not only to create a state-of-the-art sports facility but also to contribute to the social and economic development of the entire city.
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Italy: Presentation of AS Roma’s stadium project delayed
The presentation of AS Roma’s new stadium project, initially scheduled for April 22, has been postponed by a few days. The delay was caused by the death of Pope Francis, which has affected the national schedule across Italy.
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Spain: First rolls of turf laid at Spotify Camp Nou
As planned, with work scheduled to begin at the end of April, FC Barcelona started installing the first rolls of turf at Spotify Camp Nou on Tuesday.
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Italy: New stadium project in Venice unveiled
The new stadium project in Venice, which is set to be built in the Bosco dello Sport area in Tessera, was presented at the Mestre City Hall. The goal of this venture is to create a multifunctional complex covering 116 hectares to the north of the city.
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Turkey: Fenerbahçe has decided to modernize Ülker Stadium
Fenerbahçe plans to take a significant step by increasing the capacity of its stadium to 65,000 seats. The club’s management believes that the current stadium, with a capacity of 47,000, does not meet expectations as it is unable to satisfy the growing demand from fans.
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Poland: City withdraws from revolutionary speedway stadium design contract
Speedway fans have long dreamed of a modern stadium for Motor Lublin that would meet the growing interest in the sport. Several months ago, plans emerged for the construction of a venue with a capacity of 18,500 spectators, intended to host international speedway competitions as well as other sporting events.
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Brazil: Flamengo and Fluminense discover a gold mine at Maracanã
Flamengo and Fluminense have found a new source of income. In addition to building a car park or reorganising the VIP boxes, the Fla-Flu consortium wants to sell the naming rights to the legendary Estádio Jornalista Mário Filho. The price could be the highest in the history of Brazilian football.
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Argentina: San Lorenzo de Almagro pays tribute to Pope Francis
“Hasta siempre, Santo Padre!” – with these words, meaning “farewell forever, Holy Father,” San Lorenzo de Almagro bid farewell to Pope Francis, a devoted supporter of the club. A moving message appeared on the club’s official website.
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USA: Paycor Stadium renovation request overshadowed by new stadium plans
The Cincinnati Bengals and Hamilton County have made a surprise request to Ohio lawmakers for $350 million to help fund renovations to Paycor Stadium.
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USA: New Highmark Stadium to feature state-of-the-art grass support system
The Buffalo Bills celebrated a major milestone in the construction of their new stadium on Friday, April 4, by placing the final structural steel beam. Now, a new challenge begins: the turf.
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Turkey: Galatasaray’s stadium set for multi-million modernisation
RAMS Park, Galatasaray’s home ground, is about to undergo the biggest stadium upgrade in its history. The project includes high-definition LED panels, new standing areas for fans, and an expanded photovoltaic installation. The aim is to improve the matchday experience while unlocking new revenue streams.
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Spain: First seats installed at Mini Romareda!
Although construction began less than two months ago, the modular stadium in Zaragoza is already starting to look like a proper football ground. The grandstand structures are complete, seats are being installed, and the first outlines of the future pitch have been marked.
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Spain: Barça unveils new renderings and turf preparation date
Camp Nou reconstruction has been delayed by several months, but work has recently picked up pace. Construction crews are now on site almost 24 hours a day, nearly every day, which means the pitch will soon be ready for seeding. In the meantime, FC Barcelona has released new renderings.
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England: “Adiós amigo” – Lifetime stadium ban for food theft
A fan who filmed himself stealing food at Everton's new stadium during a test event has been handed a lifetime ban from attending the club’s matches.
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Spain: We’re launching in Spanish! A new YouTube channel
Some time ago, we quietly launched our new YouTube channel in Spanish – EstadiosDB. In the first full-length video, we present a ranking of the LaLiga 2024/25 stadiums, from Vallecas to Santiago Bernabéu, with an in-depth analysis of each venue.
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Spain: Valencia underestimated the cost of Nou Mestalla
17%. This is how much more the cost of completing the Nou Mestalla will be according to the revealed audit. Although the real amount will be much more than Valencia had anticipated, if the club avoids delays in the work, the document will not have any consequences.
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USA: Miami Freedom Park taking shape!
The development of Miami Freedom Park is accelerating. As the project progresses, a special Experience Center has opened in Wynwood, offering fans their first immersive glimpse into the vision of this modern stadium.
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Italy: Real interest in renovating stadium in Genoa ahead of EURO 2032
In connection with the redevelopment of Stadio Luigi Ferraris and the revitalization of the surrounding area in the Marassi district, Genoa and Sampdoria released a joint statement confirming that the project will move forward only with the agreement of both clubs.
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Czech Republic: New owner wants to build new stadium for Dukla Prague
FK Dukla Prague has changed owners. The club was bought from billionaire and “coal baron” Petr Paukner by entrepreneur Matěj Turek, who has ambitious plans for his new acquisition. As the current Juliska Stadium no longer meets various requirements, one possible scenario is the construction of a new stadium.
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Spain: Renovation of Bernabéu metro station, the largest Starbucks, and... Eurobasket?!
Estadio Santiago Bernabéu is constantly evolving. And although the most important elements of the modernization were completed long ago and the stadium is now almost entirely open to fans, there are still details being refined. All this is being done to turn Real Madrid’s legendary stadium into the most important venue in the world.
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England: One of St. James' Park stands declared "at risk"
It remains unclear whether Newcastle will choose to expand St. James’ Park or move to a new stadium, which could be worth up to £3 billion. However, a potential issue has emerged that could slow the entire process down.
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Poland: From silence to sold-outs – Motor Lublin breaks records
Just a few years ago, football in Lublin seemed like a second-tier sport. Today, the situation is entirely different. Crowds of supporters are flocking to the stadium, stands are filling up week after week, and talk of expanding the venue is becoming more and more frequent.
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Mexico: New completion date for Estadio Azteca ahead of the World Cup
There’s now a little less than a year and a half to go until the world’s biggest football tournament kicks off. New information and renderings reveal what Estadio Azteca — or rather, Estadio Banorte — will look like once the renovation is complete.
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Spain: FC Barcelona wants to start Champions League at Camp Nou
FC Barcelona continues to set dates for their return to Spotify Camp Nou. The club is now confident that the stadium should be reopened no later than mid-September.
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Australia: Tasmania to bypass planning process with special legislation for AFL stadium
The Tasmanian Government will introduce special legislation to fast-track the Macquarie Point Stadium project. The stadium, a condition for Tasmania receiving its own AFL team, has faced planning delays and public criticism in recent months.
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England: Safe standing areas to be introduced at Hull’s MKM Stadium from June
Starting in summer 2025, Hull’s MKM Stadium will offer a new matchday experience. Stadium authorities have announced the introduction of safe standing zones for both football and rugby fans to improve safety and atmosphere.
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Tanzania: Modern sports city Is rising in Zanzibar
A new project has appeared on the map of African investments – a sports city in Fumba, located on the island of Unguja, part of the Zanzibar archipelago. The project is led by AFL Architects, who aim to transform this part of Tanzania into a modern hub for sports.
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Poland: New stadium destroyed after just one match
What was meant to be the long-awaited new home for Odra Opole quickly turned into a sobering reality. Itaka Arena — instead of celebrating — was marred by vandalism right after its grand opening: damaged toilets, torn-out railings, and signs of destruction throughout the venue.
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Canada: The Big Owe – Olympic greed paid off over 30 years
In 1976, Montreal set out to impress the world. What it ended up with was a mountain of debt, a concrete colossus, and the reputation of hosting one of the most poorly organized Olympic Games in history. How did it all go so wrong?
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Albania: Unconventional stadium redevelopment project unveiled in Tirana
Dutch architectural studio OMA has presented plans for the renovation of Selman Stërmasi Stadium in Tirana, alongside a transformation of its surrounding space featuring slanted, geometric skyscrapers.
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England: Elland Road set to be expanded to a capacity of 56,000 seats!
Full details of the Elland Road redevelopment project will be presented at the upcoming meeting of the Leeds City Council Executive Board on April 23.
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Spain: La Cartuja ready for Barça and Real
Just in time. Two weeks before the Spanish Cup final, in which Real Madrid and FC Barcelona will fight for the trophy, workmen have finished installing the turf at Estadio La Cartuja. With this, Seville's Olympic Stadium has officially ceased to be... an olympic stadium.
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Spain: Betis vs Jagiellonia sets new attendance record at Benito Villamarín
A historic event took place on Thursday evening at Estadio Benito Villamarín. During the first leg of the UEFA Europa Conference League quarterfinal between Real Betis and Jagiellonia Białystok, the stadium witnessed a new European attendance record.
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Italy: Battle for the forest in Pietralata continues. "It's a shame"
The controversial project for the new AS Roma stadium in Pietralata remains a hot topic in the Italian capital. Recently, committees opposing the project launched a new initiative aimed at raising concerns about the transparency of the entire process. Once again, the topic of the forest comes into play.
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Spain: Visit to Camp Nou and launch of Barça Mobile network
The day after the victory over Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League, FC Barcelona president Joan Laporta, accompanied by Limak construction company chairman Nihat Özdemir, CEO Ebru Özdemir, and other delegates, visited the Spotify Camp Nou construction site to personally observe the recent progress.
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Italy: Opening of the third ring – a chance for the EURO in Naples
The city of Naples is accelerating the process of reopening the third ring of the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, which was closed 20 years ago due to vibrations that affected nearby buildings.
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Spain: Balaídos' Gol stand is disappearing as demolition advances
Vigo has said goodbye to the iconic spiral staircase between the Gol stand and the "new" Balaídos. The next step will be the demolition of Gol itself, which looks empty inside and naked outside.
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England: United may give up towers to fund a stadium and host the World Cup
Manchester United’s new co-owner, Sir Jim Ratcliffe, has announced an ambitious plan to build the largest and most profitable football stadium in the world. However, the project is expected to cost around £2 billion. At the same time, Manchester is presented with a chance to host a major tournament.
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Spain: San Sebastian says “no” to 2030 World Cup?
Although the 2030 FIFA World Cup is still over five years away, opposition is already growing in San Sebastian against the city’s inclusion as one of the host venues. Local neighborhood groups and associations have issued an official letter to FIFA, demanding the city’s withdrawal from the tournament.
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Canada: Longer and more expensive renovation of Montreal Olympic Stadium tower
The renovation of the iconic inclined tower of the Olympic Stadium in Montreal—one of Canada’s most recognizable architectural landmarks—is set to take longer than initially planned.
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USA: Rays abandon $1.3 billion stadium deal, threatening future in Tampa Bay
The Tampa Bay Rays shocked fans and city officials Thursday by walking away from a $1.3 billion stadium project, rejecting $730 million in public funding and casting serious doubt on the franchise's future in Florida. This unexpected move comes after nearly two decades of struggle to secure a new venue.
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Spain: Even more 24-hour construction at Camp Nou!
Barcelona's stadium renovation is accelerating rapidly. The City Council has approved a three-week extension of 24-hour construction work, a move that is expected to significantly speed up progress on key phases of the project.
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Spain: Metropolitano instead of Bernabéu – Real Madrid’s stadium loses another concert
After long and intense negotiations that were expected to lead to a happy ending, Aitana Ocaña’s concerts at Santiago Bernabéu — scheduled for June 27 and 28 this year — will ultimately not take place.
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Mexico: Cruz Azul is looking for perfect location for its new stadium
Cruz Azul is actively searching for a new home. The club has long been evaluating various sites in and around Mexico City and the surrounding State of Mexico as potential locations for building a new stadium.
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World Cup 2030: Spanish bid, shaken by insecurity, is in FIFA's hands
Shaken by the stadium evaluation affair, the Spanish bid for the 2030 World Cup faces even more challenges in the future. The pressure from Valencia, the problems of Riazor and La Rosaleda and the rising costs cause uncertainty and forecast a fight till the end, which will come with FIFA's decisions.
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Spain: Luxury sushi restaurant at Santiago Bernabéu now open
The newly renovated Santiago Bernabéu is among the most cutting-edge stadiums in the world, boasting features like a retractable roof, a full 360-degree video screen, folding stands, and a sliding pitch. Yet, the stadium’s true gems lie in its VIP areas.
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Czech Republic: Sparta Prague signs agreement to rebuild Strahov stadium
The planned redevelopment of the Stadion Evžena Rošického on Prague’s Strahov hill has reached another major milestone. The dilapidated sports facility is set to be replaced by the largest modern football stadium in the Czech Republic.
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Canada: How will BMO Field change for the 2026 World Cup?
The FIFA Men’s World Cup is fast approaching, and Toronto’s downtown stadium, which will host six tournament matches, is undergoing a nearly $150 million upgrade.
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France: New stand at Strasbourg’s stadium keeps reaching new heights
The renovation and reconstruction works at Stade de la Meinau, which began in the summer of 2023, are progressing rapidly. The expansion of the southern stand, which will accommodate nearly 12,000 spectators, is entering one of its final phases – the assembly of the load-bearing structure.
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England: Anfield expansion officially completed – Anfield Road Stand with safety certificate
Liverpool FC has completed a major stage in the expansion of Anfield stadium. Work to enlarge the Anfield Road Stand by an additional 7,000 seats began in 2021. However, the project faced a serious setback in 2023 when the main contractor, Buckingham Group, went into administration, delaying the reopening of the stand to supporters.
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Spain: Guns, a helicopter and suitcases full of money - Spanish mafia at Anoeta
Real Sociedad's stadium is regularly the arena for football clashes and has also sometimes been the scene of rugby duels, but last weekend Anoeta turned into a meeting place for members of the Spanish mafia.
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Spain: Residents near Metropolitano complain about noise and disruptions
Residents living near Riyadh Air Metropolitano have appealed to local authorities and relevant bodies to take action against the noise and traffic congestion caused by events held at the sports venue.
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Spain: Work on Nou Mestalla progressing faster than scheduled
Although significant progress is not yet visible from the outside, construction at Nou Mestalla is moving at a rapid pace. The club has announced that the schedule is actually being accelerated compared to the initial plans. A few days ago, interior architecture work began, even though it was originally scheduled to start in May.
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Italy: Ongoing debates over Inter and Milan's new stadium
The future of San Siro and the construction of a new stadium nearby continue to stir debate. Discussions focus on the stadium's design, its impact on Inter and Milan, and, most importantly, its effects on the surrounding area.
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World Cup 2030: Riazor project negotiations are "at a standstill"
The vice president of the Galician government admits that he doesn’t know neither the final cost of the project nor the situation of the private investment, essential for the expansion of Riazor. However, the City Council promises to be making progress and assures that the final project will be ready "in the summer".
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England: Newcastle United’s new stadium closer to reality. First renderings
Newcastle United has released an impressive promotional video showcasing a proposed 65,000-seat stadium in Leazes Park, the strongest indication yet that the club is seriously considering leaving St James’ Park.
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Spain: Work starts today at Estadio de Vallecas
Refurbishment, painting and new roofs. The first phase of work on Rayo Vallecano's home ground starts today. The investment, of an urgent nature, aims to guarantee the safety of the fans until the second phase begins in 2027.
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