4 | SPORTS VENUES 2023/24 www.stadiaworld.com CONTENTS INTRO 6 New openings: Hello venue world While investments are being made in the existing infrastructure in many places, many new openings were and are still on the agenda. A look at selected projects. 10 “The big moments happen at Wembley” In April 2023, Wembley Stadium celebrated its 100th anniversary. Liam Boylan, Wembley’s Stadium Director, looks back at the most important events of the venue as well as upcoming changes in the future. 12 The stadiums of the 2023/24 season The highlights of the five large European leagues – England, France, Germany, Italy and Spain – will be presented on the following pages. In addition, there is an overview of the geographical allocation of all venues. 20 Will the Olympic dream come true? Hungary’s capital has many venues in its portfolio: modern and large stadiums, indoor arenas, even a Formula 1 circuit. However, the long desired Olympic dream has not yet come true. A closer look at Budapest’s infrastructure. OPERATION 22 Venue comparison: LANXESS arena vs. Žalgirio Arena While the European handball elite has been traveling to the EHF F4 to the LANXESS arena in Cologne since 2010, the final tournament of the EuroLeague in basketball was held in the Žalgirio Arena in Kaunas. A comparison. 24 Venue comparison: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium vs. Emirates Stadium The two North London clubs Arsenal FC and Tottenham Hotspur are rivals not only on and off the pitch, but also in terms of infrastructure. STADIAWORLD compares the two clubs’ stadiums. 26 Venue comparison: La Bombonera vs. Estadio Monumental When Boca Juniors meets River Plate, the air of Buenos Aires is on fire. The stadiums are cult, but are now quite outdated. Plans for the future are in place for both stadiums, but will this jeopardize their legendary status? 28 Arthur Ashe Stadium: A venue like no other The Arthur Ashe Stadium is the largest tennis stadium in the world. The venue in New York City hosts the US Open every year. But the operators of the facility also take care of several other stadiums. A look behind the scenes. 31 “Continue to enhance the US Open experience” Danny Zausner, Chief Operating Officer, USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, talks about the operation of Arthur Ashe Stadium, the fan experience at the US Open – and about the effects of bad weather. 32 All-rounder near the Seine The Accor Arena in the Bercy district of Paris is a true multitalent. The arena has already been the venue for a number of major international events – and more will soon follow. 34 “Iconic, mythical and audacious“ In this interview, Nicolas Dupeux, CEO of the Accor Arena as well as the adidas arena and the Bataclan, talks about the venue landscape in Paris, the preparations for the 2024 Summer Olympics and his goals for the future. 36 Stadium and arena in a double pack The Groupama Stadium, home of Olympique Lyon, is not only the third largest stadium in France – it also impresses with technical and sustainable innovations. Directly next door, another venue is currently being built: the LDLC Arena. 39 “A number of innovative topics” In this interview, Xavier Pierrot, Deputy General Director responsible for the Groupama Stadium and the LDLC Arena, talks about sustainable venue operations, the strategy in Lyon – and the upcoming 2024 Olympic Games. 40 Industry get-together with numerous highlights Renowned speakers, exciting collaborations and diverse partners: The eps ARENA SUMMIT 2023 in Frankfurt promises two exciting days full of inspiration and innovation for the industry on September 13 and 14. 42 “Exchange between the different parties is crucial” An Interview with Sam Booth, the new Director of Sustainability with AEG Europe, about his previous stations, his current role, personal goals – and the venue operation of the future. CONSTRUCTION 46 SPORTS VENUES 2023/24: Construction Report STADIAWORLD’s comprehensive construction report shows developments in stadium projects worldwide and where schedules had to be adjusted due to the COVID pandemic. 48 Construction report: Stadium and arena projects in Europe Europe has a lot to offer in terms of stadium and arena infrastructure. The trend towards increased multifunctional use of venues continues unabated. 54 Construction report: UEFA EURO 2024 After the 2006 World Cup, this time mainly modernisation work is on the agenda. 58 Billions for buildings A trend has developed in the USA to build new stadiums and arenas worth billions. New construction and renovation projects in the United States confirm this trend. 62 How NFL Stadiums prepare for the World Cup More than a third of all NFL stadiums will host FIFA World Cup games in 2026. Numerous modernisations are already being planned or implemented. 64 MLS: The stadiums in 2023 The introduction of Lionel Messi has given the entire Major League Soccer a boost in international perception. Reason enough to take a look at the stadiums of the US league. 66 South America: Building boom through World Cup bid? Four South American countries are bidding to host the FIFA World Cup 2030. If successful, they would have some catching up to do. 70 Construction report: Stadium and arena projects in Asia In Asia, China and Japan are traditionally the focus of stadium and arena projects. But things are also picking up the pace in Saudi Arabia, where the desert state prepares for its first major national team tournament. SPORTS VENUES 2023/24: CONSTRUCTION REPORT The unique overview by STADIAWORLD 46
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