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Euro 2020
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London: Wembley's record-breaking year
The post-pandemic reality is proving to be a golden period for many venues. Wembley is no different. The operator of the legendary giant has boasted that a record number of people have visited the stadium in 2022.
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UK: Wembley closed for next UEFA game!
After dramatic scenes during the Euro 2020 final at Wembley, England has been sanctioned to play their next match in the UEFA competition behind closed doors.
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Euro 2020: Investigations launched into Sunday’s debacle
UEFA, the FA, the police – everyone is now investigating how the organisation of a continental tournament final turned into a disaster within hours and despite early warning signs.
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Euro 2020: Wembley to reach 100% capacity for the final?
As many as 90,000 people could theoretically participate in the last game of Euro 2020. Although COVID-19 restrictions won’t be lifted until July 19, Wembley might be exempted.
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Euro 2020: Record number of infections among Scots in London
Nearly 1,300 “Tartan Army” members returning from London have tested positive for COVID-19. It’s by far the largest contingent of newly discovered infections related to Euro 2020.
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Euro 2020: As UEFA bans rainbow illumination, other stadiums do it
From a simple appeal to an international diplomatic issue, this has really escalated quickly. As UEFA denied the rainbow illumination of Allianz Arena, other stadiums across Germany announce they will be lit in such way.
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Euro 2020: UK still under partial lockdown but Wembley to grow
Although the government pushed the lifting of restriction a month away, Euro 2020 games at Wembley will see major capacity increase.
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Euro 2020: English fan rushed to hospital after fall
A very serious accident happened during the game between England and Croatia. A fan fell from the upper tier onto stands below. He was taken to hospital in serious state.
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Euro 2020: Why no team can train on the field in Saint Petersburg?
Despite some claiming it was Russia’s decision, that move is on UEFA. Contrary to tradition, no team can get accustomed with the field in Saint Petersburg. And it’s not about the grass’ quality either.
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Euro 2020: Romania to boost capacity to 50%. But...
After Copenhagen, also Bucharest declared readiness to increase matchday capacity during Euro 2020. Romania has several conditions for those willing to come, though.
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Euro 2020: Copenhagen ready to allow 65% fans instead of 30%
Just 2 days before their first game, the Danes confirmed readiness to increase capacity of Parken to as many as 25,000 seats. The decision still needs to be approved by UEFA, though.
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Euro 2020: Bilbao and Dublin out! Changes confirmed
Zbigniew Boniek was the first to release the info: the two most threatened stadiums will not host Euro 2020. Munich remains on the list, while Seville comes in as Spain’s replacement.
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Euro 2020: What capacities will stadiums have?
Will Bilbao and Dublin lose their hosting rights? Some media outlets got into speculations about potential replacements but it seems to be far from decided. Here’s what we know about Euro 2020 venues allowing fans inside.
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Bucharest: Opening of Stadionul Steaua in April?
Construction pace is impressive and should see the stadium ready for use in roughly 2 months from now. But official sources suggest opening might not take place until April of 2021.
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Amsterdam: ArenA conversion continues unhindered during lockdown
The first new corner section of Johan Cruijff ArenA is nearly complete. In total the stadium will gain over 1,100 new seats and a vast new standing section by the time supporters return.
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Stadium of the Year: Public Award – Puskás Aréna
With strong representation from Central Europe this stadium's strong position is no secret. But that wouldn't have been enough to win. One in two (!) voters this year supported Puskás Aréna, contributing to its final success!
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COVID-19 crisis: European football rescheduled
Euro 2020 is no more, get ready for Euro 2021. International games and cup finals also have a new schedule in effort to allow domestic competitions to conclude this summer.
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COVID-19 crisis: European lockdown in 4 days
Though it's been weeks since Italy has closed its stadiums to spectators, vast majority of Europe only decided to follow suit this week. At least 25 countries have closed their stadia between Monday and today.
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COVID-19 crisis: Further countries closing stadiums
Bulgaria, Romania, Poland and Slovakia join the list of countries where stadiums have to remain empty, while further Champions League games are scheduled to take place without spectators.
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Amsterdam: Budapest to host 2022 Europa League final
Personally we'd prefer it getting a Champions League final first but that's also good news for Budapest. The new national stadium will host Europe's second major final in May of 2022.