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.

A significant step toward Strahov’s new future

Representatives of the Czech Football Association (FAČR) and AC Sparta Prague have signed a preliminary agreement for the construction of the new stadium. FAČR President Petr Fousek described the project as one of the most important in the history of Czech football.

Originally built in 1926 as a reserve site for Sokol gatherings, the Stadion Evžena Rošického has fallen into critical disrepair and has not been used even as a training facility for the national team since 2022. The football association, which owns the site, launched a development tender last year. Sparta Prague was selected, with a plan to build a stadium that will seat approximately 35,000 people—an exact number to be determined as part of the architectural design phase. The signed agreement sets in motion a five-year timeline for Sparta to prepare the required documentation and obtain a building permit. Club vice president František Čupr estimated the project cost at around CZK 4.5–5 billion. Completion is expected within a maximum of five years.

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Investment to revitalize the entire district

Local authorities in Prague 6, where Strahov is located, support the investment. According to mayor Jakub Stárek, the new stadium will revitalize the area and restore its historical importance. In the past, the site hosted major Sokol rallies and Spartakiads. The city also plans to improve transportation accessibility—by 2027, a tram line from Malovanka is expected to reach Strahov. A trolleybus route from Karlovo náměstí is also being planned, along with improvements to road traffic and parking infrastructure. According to existing legislation, the district will receive 10% of ticket sales—potentially generating CZK 20 million annually. Local officials want the stadium to be used for more than just matches, such as concerts, community events, or as a sports museum.

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When will the first match take place?

In the future, Sparta will need to leave its current epet Arena (Prague 7), which, with a capacity of under 19,000, no longer meets modern standards. The first match in the new stadium could be held in 6–7 years. An architectural competition will begin soon, and the first renderings may be presented by the end of 2026.