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Flamingo planning new 78,000 capacity stadium

Flamingo planning new 78,000 capacity stadium

Tuesday 26th November 2024

Brazilian giants Flamego have revealed plans for a new 78,000 super stadium.

The new ground will cost over £250m and become one of the largest stadiums in South America. The stadium is designed to be over 60m tall and will see fans located much closer to the pitch than at the Maracana.

It is hoped that the new ground will open in 2029.


New stadium opens in Morocco

New stadium opens in Morocco

Saturday 23rd November 2024

Morocco has opened its newest football stadium with the first game held at the new 11,000 seater Grande Stade Al-Hoceima.

The stadium is located in the north of the country and cost around £35m to build. Its first game saw Comoros beat Madagascar 1-0 in a 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier.


Italian club details plans for stadium rebuild

Italian club details plans for stadium rebuild

Saturday 23rd November 2024

Italian Serie C club SS Arezzo has revealed plans for a massive rebuild of their stadium.

The club is intending to completely rebuild 3 of the stands at its current ground and also renovate the main stand. The new capacity will be around 12.500 with all seats covered.

The project is expected to cost around £25m and will be delivered in a way that will allow Arezzo to continue using the stadium throughout.


Seville's La Cartuja stadium expansion work begins

Seville's La Cartuja stadium expansion work begins

Monday 18th November 2024

Work has started on expanding Seville's La Cartuja stadium. The projectile see several improvements to the ground including the removal of the running track, bringing the stands closer to the pitch and increasing the capacity from 57,000 to 75,000.

The work will make La Cartuja the third largest stadium in Spain with the ultimate aim of becoming the country's national stadium, as well as hosting matches at the 2030 World Cup.

The stadium will also be used at temporary homes for both Sevilla and Real Betis who are looking to undertake work on their own home stadiums in the coming years.


Ipswich considering capacity increase at Portman Road

Ipswich considering capacity increase at Portman Road

Saturday 9th November 2024

Ipswich Town are exploring possibilities of redeveloping Portman Road - potentially increasing capacity of 40,000.

The club is competing in its first Premier League campaign in over 20 years and has recently purchased land behind the stadium that could fuel redevelopment of the oldest Cobbald Stand.

However, the club is considering expansion of the West Stand first as this would cause less of a capacity reduction than knocking down and rebuilding the Cobbald Stand.


New stadium for Kosovan champions

New stadium for Kosovan champions

Wednesday 30th October 2024

Kosovan club FC Ballkani has gained planning permission for a new stadium.

The new ground will be double the capacity of their current stadium, with room for around 6,500 spectators and will be built to UEFA Category 2 standards, allowing it to host European matches.


New stadium begins construction in Guyana

New stadium begins construction in Guyana

Saturday 26th October 2024

Construction of a new dedicated football stadium has begun in the South American country of Guyana.

The new stadium will have a capacity of between 8,000 and 12,000 and is being backed by logistics company Blue Water Shipping who will hold the naming rights for the stadium for the first 5 years.


Potential new stadium for Chicago Fire

Potential new stadium for Chicago Fire

Wednesday 23rd October 2024

MLS side Chicago Fire are exploring their options for building a new stadium.

The club currently play at Chicago Bears' NFL stadium, Soldier Field but are looking to build their own soccer-specific stadium in the city.

3 potential sites have been identified, one of which is in the same area as a potential new stadium for the Chicago White Sox MLB team, who are also looking to build a new home. The move comes as the Bears are also exploring options for a new stadium with their lease of Soldier Field due to expire in less than a decade.


Inter Miami confirm new stadium opening date

Inter Miami confirm new stadium opening date

Sunday 8th September 2024

Inter Miami have confirmed that their new stadium will open on time for the start of the 2026 MLS season.

The new 25,000-seater stadium is part of a wider development which will include hotels, shops, office space and the creation of the area�s largest public park.

It is being built in Miami at the end of the runway for Miami International Airport, around half an hour away from the club�s current home.

Look at that, an article about Inter Miami without mentioning Messi.


Dundee FC reveal more details of new stadium

Dundee FC reveal more details of new stadium

Friday 30th August 2024

Scottish side Dundee FC have revealed more information about their planned new stadium.

The club has revealed more details about their planned new 12,500 capacity stadium which will be part of a wider development of the local area.

The new ground will have a focus of sustainability, being all electric with low energy LED floodlights, recyclable seating and a green roof that will harvest rainwater.

Alongside the new stadium will also be a 140 room hotel, crematorium, residential development and an expansion of the existing Dundee ICE Arena.


Empoli planning £45m stadium redevelopment

Empoli planning £45m stadium redevelopment

Thursday 25th July 2024

Italian side Empoli have announced plans to overhaul its Stadio Carlo Castellani.

The Serie A club are planning to spend £45m to completely rebuild 3 sides of the stadium. The redevelopment will take up to 3 years and will eventually increase the capacity from 16,100 to 18,600.

The works will see the ground's running track removed with stands moved closer to the pitch, as well as a new car park with 1,300 spaces.


New 45,000 capacity World Cup stadium announced in Riyadh

New 45,000 capacity World Cup stadium announced in Riyadh

Wednesday 24th July 2024

Saudi Arabia has revealed plans for another of its new World Cup stadiums in Riyadh.

This one will have a capacity of 45,000 and is planned to be completed in 2032 - two years ahead of the 2034 World Cup that the country is expected to host.


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