Gjakova City Stadium

Gjakova City Stadium, located in Gjakova, Kosovo, is a multipurpose sports venue primarily used for football matches. It serves as the home ground for KF Vëllaznimi, a team in the Kosovar Superliga. The stadium will have capacity of 12,500 after the renovation is completed

Stadiumi i Qytetit Gjakove

Stadiumi i Qytetit Gjakovë
UEFA
Location	Gjakova, Kosovo
Owner	Municipality of Gjakova
Operator	Vëllaznimi
Capacity	12,500 (After renovation)
Field size	105 by 68 metres (114.8 yd × 74.4 yd)
Surface	Grass
Scoreboard	LED
Construction
Built	1927
Opened	1927
Renovated	2010,2024-ongoing
Closed	2024-ongoing
Construction cost	9,500,000€(2024-ongoing)
Tenants
KF Vëllaznimi

History

The Gjakova City Stadium, located in Gjakova, Kosovo, is an important venue primarily used for football. It serves as the home ground for the local football team, KF Vëllaznimi, which has a rich history in Kosovar football. The team has been successful in various regional competitions, and its history is closely tied to the stadium.

The stadium has undergone several renovations and expansions over the years to improve its facilities and increase its capacity. Recent construction efforts have focused on upgrading the stands and other amenities to meet higher standards. The improvements are part of a broader effort to enhance sports infrastructure in Kosovo, reflecting the growing importance of football in the region .

The Gjakova City Stadium holds a significant place in the local community, serving as a hub for sports and other events, thereby playing a crucial role in the social and cultural life of Gjakova.

Key Details

The Gjakova City Stadium (Stadiumi i Qytetit të Gjakovës) is located in Gjakova, Kosovo, and serves as the home ground for KF Vëllaznimi, one of the oldest football clubs in Kosovo. Key details include:

1. Capacity: The stadium can accommodate approximately 14,000 spectators after renovation, with both seated and standing areas.

2. Surface: It has a natural grass playing field.

3. Renovations: The stadium has undergone renovations in recent years to modernize its facilities, including upgraded seating, lighting, and player amenities, to meet Kosovo Football Federation standards.

4. Usage: Besides hosting KF Vëllaznimi’s home matches, the stadium is occasionally used for other local events and competitions.

It plays a significant role in Gjakova’s football culture and history.

Renovation

Recent renovations and construction work have been underway to enhance the stadium's facilities. These upgrades include the construction of new eastern and southern stands, with a budget of around €9.0 million euros allocated for this project. The local municipality aims for the stadium to become a prominent venue for sports and cultural events. Municipality and Ministry of culture of Sport sign a contract for a full renovation building for about 9 million euros allocated for this project of City Stadium Gjakova.