Football Ground Map
Football Ground Map
The latest football ground news from around the world. New stadiums, ground renovations and records - it's all here. Heard some news that you think should be featured? Drop us a line through the contact page. Want to keep up-to-date with the latest stadium news by email? Sign up to the site and join the monthly stadium newsletter.
Friday 20th June 2025
Glentoran FC has gained planning approval to reconstruct The Oval into a modern 5,000-seat ground with improved amenities.
Upgrades include enhanced spectator facilities, better accessibility and mixed-use community areas.
Construction is expected to begin soon, marking a major investment in Northern Ireland's football scene.
Friday 20th June 2025
Chicago Fire FC unveiled renderings for a new 20,000-seat soccer-specific stadium in Bridgeview, IL.
Design features include open concourses, integrated retail, social zones and strong transit connections.
The modern venue is due to open in 2027 and is part of the club's long-term drive to improve fan experience and community access.
Friday 13th June 2025
FC Porto's Estadio do Dragao is set for significant upgrades including expanded hospitality zones, retail areas, and enhanced concourses.
The renovation will improve fan circulation and usability for non-football events, boosting the stadium's commercial viability.
These upgrades mark the first major improvements since the stadium's construction in the late 1990s.
Friday 13th June 2025
Neymar Sr. revealed a concept for a new Santos FC stadium with multifunctional spaces, including a museum, entertainment and retail zones.
The vision emphasizes blending club heritage with fan experiences and community integration.
These early-stage plans aim to spark fundraising and lay groundwork for a future landmark venue in Brazil.
Friday 6th June 2025
Moreirense FC unveiled plans for a new 9,000-seat stadium featuring adjacent training pitches and administrative offices.
The proposed venue will also support youth development and programmatic expansion.
Feasibility and funding phases are underway before final approval and construction.
Sunday 1st June 2025
Napoli plans to expand Stadio Diego Maradona by adding a third tier in the Curva A, increasing capacity by around 10,000.
The design also calls for enhanced hospitality suites, better circulation, and upgraded sud facade.
Expansion aligns with the club's growing status following Champions League performance and public demand.
Thursday 22nd May 2025
Colombia's Barranquilla Estadio Metropolitano will add 9,000 seats, increasing capacity from 46,000 to 55,000.
Improvements will also include upgraded hospitality, sightlines, accessibility, and parking facilities.
This expansion is part of national preparations for international tournaments and future-proofing infrastructure.
Thursday 8th May 2025
Real Sociedad's Reale Arena will expand by 2,000 seats in the north stand, raising capacity to approximately 41,500.
Construction is scheduled for the off-season to ensure minimal disruption.
The short but effective expansion meets increasing demand following the club's recent success and commercial growth.
Thursday 20th February 2025
Nigeria is to build a new 25,000 seater football stadium in the city of Yenagoa.
The project is backed by the country's former prime minister and is the first step in the Nigerian Football Federation's plan to build at least 6 new stadiums that meet FIFA's standards.
Thursday 20th February 2025
Everton's new stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock has staged its first test event as 10,000 fans saw the club's U18 team take on Wigan Athletic.
It is the first of 3 test events before the stadium fully opens next season.
Everton lost the match 2-1 with Wigan's Harrison Runner scoring the stadium's first goal.
Thursday 20th February 2025
SC Braga have opened a new stadium for their women's team.
The Estadio Amelia Morais has a capacity of 2,500 and will also play host to the men's B team.
The stadium forms part of a sports city which also includes 9 training pitches.
Thursday 20th February 2025
Paris FC will move into the Stade Jean-Bouin from the start of the 2025/26 season.
The 20,000 seater stadium is located right next to PSG's Parc des Princes meaning we could have two Ligue 1 grounds next to each other, if Paris FC get promoted.
Paris FC were subject to a high-profile takeover last year by a consortium including energy drinks giant Red Bull.
