StadiumDBNews: May 2025
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England: New stadium for Chelsea not until 2040?
Chelsea co-owner Hansjörg Wyss has spoken publicly for the first time about the club's stadium plans since the Clearlake Capital–Todd Boehly consortium took over.
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France: New location of PSG’s stadium to be announced soon
The French newspaper L’Équipe reports that the Parisian club is expected to announce its decision on the new stadium location within the next two weeks.
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Spain: How much will construction of Nou Mestalla really cost?
The construction company FCC, responsible for completing the Nou Mestalla stadium, has released a progress report detailing its activities. It announced the signing of a contract to finish the construction of Valencia's new stadium on Avenida de las Cortes Valencianas.
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England: When and how will Old Trafford be demolished?
Manchester United plans to build a new stadium with a capacity of 100,000 seats, and Old Trafford is set to be demolished. Construction is expected to start shortly, with completion planned for the 2030/31 season.
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Spain: American firm Legends to run premium areas at Valencia’s stadium
Nou Mestalla is beginning to take shape — not only architecturally, but also in terms of business strategy. The club has reached an agreement with American company Legends, which will be responsible for managing the expanded VIP area of the new venue.
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Italy: Photo from 1955 that could save San Siro
An archival photograph from 1955 challenges the official completion date of San Siro’s second ring. If the stands were already in use earlier, the stadium may already meet the legal criteria for heritage protection – potentially derailing plans for its sale and demolition.
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Italy: Court blocks stadium in Pisa over mosque and parking dispute
The regional court of Tuscany has annulled the redevelopment plan for the Porta a Lucca district in Pisa, which included the renovation of Garibaldi Arena. Behind this decision lie years of disputes concerning the mosque, parking facilities, and procedural shortcomings.
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Poland: Dynamo Kyiv wants to play in Poland. Champions League possible
At the beginning of the current season, Dynamo Kyiv played their European qualifying matches at Motor Lublin’s stadium, before later moving to Volksparkstadion in Hamburg. Now, the Ukrainian club is considering a return to Poland.
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Spain: Mallorca opens bar and terrace on top of Son Moix stand
Mallorca's home doesn't stop changing. After a complete redevelopment that brought the stands closer to the pitch, the club has now decided to bring the fans closer to the stadium. Now adults and young fans alike can spend the afternoon at the Plaza Fondo Sur, which offers views of the pitch, sun loungers and drinks at the bar.
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Spain: Zaragoza’s temporary stadium gets stands, future venue funded
The construction of the temporary football stadium in Zaragoza, commonly referred to as the "mini Romareda," is progressing on schedule and approaching its final phase.
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Italy: Lazio still without a stadium of their own. Two proposals blocked
Stadio Flaminio has been falling into disrepair for years. Despite multiple attempts at revitalization, none have come to fruition. Today, the most hotly debated proposal comes from Lazio’s owner, Claudio Lotito. But with mounting resistance and bureaucratic hurdles, is Flaminio facing yet another chapter of stagnation?
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Poland: Much larger stadium for the famous club? Thousands of fans lining up for tickets
In an interview with journalist Tomasz Ćwiąkała, Widzew Łódź president Michał Rydz revealed that the club is finally commissioning a professional analysis regarding the expansion of its stadium. It’s the first serious step in years. At the same time, he addressed relations with the city and the role fans might play in planning a larger facility.
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Spain: Work on Balaídos still underway, but Celta wants more
Reality has exceeded Celta Vigo's expectations. The redevelopment of Estadio Balaídos is still underway, but the club's authorities are already talking openly about the need to plan more work, as there are thousands of people on the waiting list for a season pass. However, it seems that everything depends on the 2030 World Cup.
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Spain: Permission for 24-hour work at Camp Nou extended again
The Barcelona City Council has extended for the second time the permit to carry out 24-hour work at Camp Nou on weekdays, from Monday to Friday. This time, the permit has been extended for another four weeks, provided the work complies with the established requirements.
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Spain: No more “pipas” at Estadio Martínez Valero
For many football fans in Spain, a match without pipas — salted sunflower seeds — just doesn’t feel complete. But this long-standing tradition is now under threat, at least at the home ground of Elche Club de Fútbol.
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Italy: Palermo and city authorities announce investments in Stadio Barbera
The authorities of Palermo and the Rosanero club are joining forces for the future of Stadio Renzo Barbera. Their cooperation, aimed at modernizing the venue, is gaining momentum. Significant investments are planned, and the project – as all parties emphasize – is irreversible.
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Spain: There will be no ‘Mini Bernabéu’ in Valladolid
Symmetrical stands, an illuminated façade and a retractable roof. These promises, made by the mayor of Valladolid, are now history. The city council is promising a more pragmatic approach to the redevelopment of Estadio Jose Zorrilla, but for now the only visible work is the patching of holes at the entrances.
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England: Camp Nou builders to construct new stadium for Luton Town
Summer 2025 will mark a long-awaited milestone for Luton Town fans, as the club has officially announced the start of construction on new Power Court Stadium, which is set to replace aging Kenilworth Road in the near future.
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Spain: Major expansion of Estadio Benito Villamarín to begin this summer
After months of intensive planning and negotiations with local authorities, Real Betis is nearing the launch of its major stadium expansion. With the preliminary approval of the Planning Study now secured, the demolition of the current Preferencia stand is set to begin this summer.
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England: Stamford Bridge expanded? Backup stadium already secured
The Rugby Football Union (RFU) would be open to sharing Allianz Stadium with Chelsea if the Premier League club decides to rebuild Stamford Bridge.
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Tutorial: How to build a stadium in 4 steps
From the idea and auction announcement to the inauguration ceremony. Here is how to build a modern stadium: multi-purpose or strictly for football, for a club or a city, in the centre or on the outskirts. But remember: you build at your own risk
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Ireland: Modern stadium to be built in Dundalk
A comprehensive financial package has been secured between Louth GAA and Croke Park, enabling the start of the first phase of construction for a new stadium in Dundalk. The package was announced during a county board meeting, marking a significant breakthrough for Louth in their pursuit of a modern sports facility.
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Scotland: The best and worst stadium in country? A famous journalist’s review
The debate about the best football stadium in Scotland has long sparked strong emotions, with opinions often influenced by club loyalties. For Rangers fans, the legendary Ibrox is the site of unforgettable European nights, while Celtic Park wows with its light shows, and Hampden holds the title of the national stadium.
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Morocco: Construction of the Grand Stade Hassan II to soon enter a key phase
Earthworks for the construction of the Grand Stade Hassan II in Benslimane, on the outskirts of Casablanca, are nearing completion.
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