StadiumDBNews: July 2025
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Portugal: Estádio da Luz redevelopment – ambitious vision before 2030 World Cup
S.L. Benfica has announced a far-reaching plan to modernise the Estádio da Luz and its surrounding area. The project is being developed in collaboration with the renowned architectural firm Populous, which was also behind the stadium's original design ahead of its 2004 opening. Lisbon-based practice Saraiva + Associados is also involved in the redevelopment.
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Poland: Long-awaited expansion of Widzew Łódź stadium getting closer
The topic of expanding Widzew Łódź’s stadium has been discussed for many years, but it gains particular attention during the sale of season tickets. This time, concrete information has emerged that suggests fans’ dreams may finally start to take shape.
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USA: Work halted after noose found at New Nissan Stadium construction site
A noose was discovered at the construction site of the new NFL stadium for the Tennessee Titans in Nashville, prompting an immediate halt to all work and the launch of a police investigation.
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New Zealand: Western Springs closed – Auckland Arena plans scrapped?
After 96 years, Western Springs Stadium has bid farewell to its fans. Although the stadium has closed, its future – as well as the future of speedway racing in Auckland – remains uncertain. The conflict continues, and final decisions might not come until 2026.
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USA: One year to the 2026 World Cup! Did the Club World Cup test deliver?
A new format and a major dress rehearsal ahead of the 2026 World Cup. From political undertones and turbulent weather conditions to controversies over attendance and pitch quality – did the expanded edition of the Club World Cup live up to expectations?
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Italy: War over Rigamonti. Former president sues, fans protest
Chaos is growing around the future of football in Brescia. Former club owner Massimo Cellino is demanding the return of Rigamonti and filing new lawsuits. Meanwhile, some fans openly oppose the new sporting project for Brescia.
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Canada: Olympic Stadium in Montreal on track for major revitalization by 2028
Montreal’s iconic Olympic Stadium has been undergoing significant renovations in recent years, and a new large-scale project is currently underway to replace its aging roof. This ambitious undertaking is particularly complex due to the massive size of the stadium and the unique architectural features of the original structure.
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WC 2026: Infantino shocked by… summer? Heatwave exposes FIFA unprepared
FIFA president Gianni Infantino announced that during the 2026 World Cup, to counter expected heat, matches scheduled for early hours will be played primarily in stadiums that are covered and air-conditioned.
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Spain: No Camp Nou comeback for Gamper Trophy match
The Joan Gamper Trophy match, in which FC Barcelona will face Italian side Como on Sunday, August 10, coached by Cesc Fàbregas, will ultimately be played at the Estadi Johan Cruyff.
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England: Premier League's 50,000+ seat stadiums after Everton's new ground opens
The Premier League is home to some of football’s biggest stages, where fans create unforgettable atmospheres. Everton’s new stadium joins the ranks of venues with 50,000+ seats. Discover the full list of English football giants.
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Italy: Milan accelerates decision on San Siro’s future amid rising tensions
Milan is entering a decisive phase in the dispute over the future of San Siro. Mayor Beppe Sala has proposed a timeline that would finalize the sale of the land on which the iconic stadium stands by July 31. However, the plan has sparked significant opposition.
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England: AFC Bournemouth reveals plans to expand Vitality Stadium
AFC Bournemouth aims to complete the Vitality Stadium expansion by the start of the 2026/27 season. The biggest change will be a new south stand replacing the current temporary structure. Its capacity will jump from 2,337 to around 7,000 seats.
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Spain: Málaga withdraws from hosting 2030 FIFA World Cup
Málaga has officially withdrawn from the race to become a host city for the 2030 FIFA World Cup, which will be jointly organized by Spain, Portugal, and Morocco. As announced by the city's mayor, Francisco De la Torre, the decision was made because hosting the World Cup poses a risk to the club and a burden to the fans, “and it’s not worth it.”
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Italy: Fiorentina receives €55 Million for Stadio Franchi renovation
€55 million is once again available for renovation works at Stadio Franchi. These funds come from the Integrated Urban Plans (PUI), which were part of about €200 million allocated by the government for the stadium but were cut from the budget in spring 2023.
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Italy: Environmental approval granted for new Stadio Cagliari!
In early July, the second meeting of the Decision-Making Services Conference (Conferenza dei Servizi Decisoria) was held at the Department of Environmental Protection regarding the issuance of the Regional Single Authorization Permit (P.A.U.R.) requested by the Municipality of Cagliari for the construction of the new stadium in the Sant’Elia district.
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Spain: Stands’ upgrades underway at Estadio Martínez Valero
Estadio Martínez Valero continues its phased modernization process. The latest round of improvements will focus on the main stand (Tribuna), where the club is carrying out a full replacement of the seating in that section.
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Spain: Question of priorities before Riazor’s redevelopment for 2030 World Cup
The project to renovate Riazor Stadium, aimed at preparing the venue to serve as one of the host sites for the 2030 FIFA World Cup, continues to attract attention in A Coruña. Gonzalo Castro, the city councillor in charge of the process, stated that while no specific announcement date has been set, decisions are expected to be made soon.
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Greece: PAOK FC unveils vision for new stadium in Thessaloniki
PAOK FC has unveiled the concept and visual renderings of its new stadium – an ambitious, transformational project that pays tribute to the legacy of Toumba while setting a new benchmark for modern sports infrastructure.
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England: Goodison Park to undergo renovations ahead of women’s team relocation
Approximately £1 million will be allocated to prepare Goodison Park for the start of the Women’s Super League season in September, a senior Everton official has confirmed.
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England: Changes to stands as Etihad Stadium expansion progresses
Manchester City has announced that, due to the ongoing expansion of Etihad Stadium, current designations for levels, blocks and rows will be changed starting from the beginning of the next season.
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England: Social benefits of new stadiums – Oxford United example
The English Football League’s (EFL) charitable arm has recently expressed strong support for the positive impact that new football stadiums can have on local communities. This statement came just ahead of Oxford United’s planning committee meeting to discuss the club’s proposed new stadium.
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England: Final touches underway ahead of grand opening of Everton Stadium
The final preparations for the official opening of Everton Stadium are in full swing. Currently, the last works are being carried out, mainly around the stadium's exterior. What has been happening lately at Everton’s new ground?
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Spain: Gamper Trophy at 60,000-seat Camp Nou in serious doubt
With FC Barcelona’s long-awaited return to Camp Nou for the Joan Gamper Trophy scheduled for August 10, only a few weeks remain. However, what should be a triumphant homecoming could turn into yet another setback.
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USA: Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium renovation underway
The University of Memphis has announced updates on the renovation of Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. The project, which began in May 2024, is progressing on schedule and is expected to be completed in time for the start of the 2026 football season.
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England: Oxford United closer to new stadium – decision expected in July
At the end of February 2024, Oxford United submitted a planning application to Cherwell District Council to build a new 16,000-seat stadium at a site known as The Triangle, just south of Kidlington Roundabout.
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Spain: CE Europa fights for survival
CE Europa, a century-old football club based in Barcelona’s Gràcia district and one of the original founding members of La Liga, is now facing a crisis that threatens its very existence.
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Poland: Warta Poznań’s return to their home stadium draws closer
Warta Poznań is preparing for the long-awaited return to their stadium on Droga Dębińska. The entire club community is involved in adapting the facility to meet the requirements of the Betclic 2nd League. Just a few weeks ago, as part of Warta’s anniversary celebrations, a large stadium cleanup event was held. However, this is only the beginning of many changes.
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Greece: OFI close to agreement with Heraklion. Stádio Pankritio awaits renovation
Heraklion is preparing for change. The city authorities are considering handing over Stádio Pankritio to OFI, a football club planning a comprehensive modernization of the venue. However, the investment could impact the interests of track and field athletes and other users, sparking lively public debate.
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Australia: Olympic infrastructure exempt from planning laws. Queensland changes legislation
A new law in Queensland is stirring controversy. Facilities for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Brisbane will be exempt from key spatial planning regulations. The government argues that this is necessary to speed up investments.
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Spain: Temporary stadium for Málaga CF is too small
Málaga CF has issued an official statement responding to reports that the Ciudad de Málaga athletics stadium, to be used temporarily during the redevelopment of La Rosaleda for the 2030 World Cup, will only accommodate 12,500 spectators.
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Spain: Valencia CF refuses to share Nou Mestalla progress certificates
Valencia CF has refused to send monthly certificates on the progress of construction at the Nou Mestalla stadium, despite a formal request from the City Council. The club argues that it is under no legal obligation to do so and notes that the project recently passed a technical inspection conducted by municipal officials.
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England: Wolves’ ambitious plans give way to “tweaks and optimisations”
There was supposed to be a huge redevelopment and 50,000 seats, but it will end up being "tweaks" and, at most, the addition of a few thousand seats. Wolverhampton's chairman has revealed that the planned modernisation won’t be possible for both financial and sporting reasons.
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Poland: Stadium in Nowy Targ is preparing for a higher league
After thrilling playoffs, Podhale Nowy Targ secured a historic promotion to the Betclic 2nd League. This is a major achievement for both the club and the local community. However, the joy of promotion comes with new challenges, primarily the need to upgrade the stadium to meet licensing requirements.
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Austria: Feasibility study completed for Merkur Arena expansion
The feasibility study for the expansion of Liebenau Stadium in Graz has been completed, aiming to upgrade the venue to host international matches and UEFA Champions League fixtures. The city of Graz confirmed that the analysis was finalised on schedule at the end of May, with the involvement of both local Bundesliga clubs – SK Sturm Graz and GAK 1902 – as well as municipal authorities.
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Belfast: Project cut, €90 million boost, or withdrawal – three options for Casement Park
Although the UK government has joined the Casement Park project as a fourth player, £90m is still missing from the jigsaw. The stadium now faces three options - finding more funding, simplifying the redevelopment project or getting into an impasse that would leave the stadium still abandoned.
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USA: More modern and digital - Levi’s Stadium debuts after $200M renovation
The Mexico vs. Honduras match of the CONCACAF Gold Cup saw the debut of the modernized Levi’s Stadium, almost ready for the Super Bowl and the 2026 World Cup. The most important feature are the new videoboards - the biggest in the NFL - but many other changes were made.
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Spain: Half of Malaga CF's socios won't fit in the stadium. Fans react
Malaga fans' worst nightmare has come true. The redevelopment of La Rosaleda for the 2030 World Cup is forcing the club to move to an athletics stadium which, contrary to earlier announcements, will not be substantially expanded. The spectre of financial, sporting and social problems hangs over the Boquerones.
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England: Green light for City Ground redevelopment
The large-scale redevelopment of Nottingham Forest’s City Ground has officially been approved. Under the plan, the existing Peter Taylor Stand will be demolished and replaced with a new 10,000-seat structure, increasing the stadium’s total capacity to 35,000.
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Italy: Venezia FC prepares for new stadium construction
Venezia FC has presented its proposal for the management of a new stadium to the municipal council committees of Venice. The venue, planned as part of the Bosco dello Sport complex in the Tessera district, is scheduled for completion in the first half of 2027 and will accommodate up to 18,500 spectators.
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Germany: HSV plans Volksparkstadion modernisation
Hamburger SV is set to return to the Bundesliga this coming season and is in its best financial condition in years. “The new HSV is debt-free,” said club executives. Major investments are on the horizon, and at the recent general assembly, members approved the creation of a Supporters Trust fund, paving the way for additional capital. This support is crucial, as HSV has ambitious plans for its home stadium.
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World: Race to host 2029 FIFA Club World Cup begins
Qatar has officially entered the race to host the second edition of the revamped FIFA Club World Cup, joining Spain and Brazil as candidates.
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Historic Stadium in Monza, Italy Receives a Major Facelift
On June 20, 2025, an official ceremony celebrated the reopening of the newly renovated Stadio Sada. After years of neglect, the venue has received a thorough makeover, giving the historic place a new lease on life. The extensive modernization efforts make Stadio Sada a strong contender to become a beloved recreational hub for the Monza community.
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Italy: Attendance at Serie A stadiums in the 2024/2025 season
Serie A is experiencing a resurgence in stadium attendance not seen in decades. In the recently concluded 2024/25 season, Italy’s top division recorded an average crowd of 30,842 spectators per match, making it one of the best-attended campaigns in the league’s history.
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Italy: After months of delay, modernization of Stadio Zaccheria begins
After months of standstill and a complicated tender process, work has officially resumed at the municipal stadium in Foggia. Thanks to funding from the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR), the venue is set to undergo modernization and get a new look ahead of the 2025/26 season.
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Spain: Marbella stadium moves closer to reality
A new era is beginning for the city and for Marbella FC. Local authorities have signed a concession agreement allowing for the construction of a new stadium on the Costa del Sol. This document will likely also pave the way for the demolition of the aging Estadio Antonio Lorenzo Cuevas.
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Spain: Not just the noise - Atletico's stadium neighbours have coverage problems
Concerts at the Estadio Metropolitano are a problem for local residents, who are organising along the lines of their Bernabéu neighbours to force the club to change its approach. They are bothered not only by noise or traffic jams, but also by coverage problems.
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Spain: Surprise at the election of La Liga best stadium
Not the Santiago Bernabéu, not the Estadio Metropolitano or the Estadi Montjuïc. The association of Spanish fans awarded the title of best La Liga stadium last season to... RCDE Stadium.
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Spain: Bank exceeds expectations and will officially give names to 2 Zaragoza stadiums
Zaragoza City Council has unveiled the new names for both La Romareda and the temporary stadium in the Parking Norte. The deal could bring in 19 million for the management company, but the figure will almost certainly be lower.
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Spain: Messi tribute at Camp Nou will have to wait
With time running out and the new Camp Nou nearing its opening date, FC Barcelona's vice-president was asked by La Vanguardia about the club's announced tribute to Leo Messi, which the Argentinian never received. Elena Fort makes the date of the match contingent on the progress of the stadium.
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USA: Detroit FC unveils “aggressive timeline" for ambitious stadium project
The new stadium for Detroit City FC is set to be built in just a year and a half. During this time, the club will not only have to erect the facility, but also drain and demolish an abandoned hospital. However, the extremely tight schedule has a justification: Les Rouges want to enter the new first-tier created to compete with the MLS.
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New Zealand: First seat installed. Te Kaha is rising fast
Installation of seats has begun at the new municipal stadium in Christchurch. It’s a symbolic step in the final phase of construction of the $683 million One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha, with the opening scheduled for April 2026.
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