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Prince Mohammed bin Salman Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium in Qiddiya, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. It is set to be a venue for the 2034 FIFA World Cup, where it will host fixtures in the group stage, round of 32, round of 16, and the 3rd place playoff.[1] The stadium has a capacity of 45,000 people and is named after current Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.[2][3]
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| Location | Qiddiya, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia |
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| Coordinates | 24°35′24″N 46°31′41″E / 24.59°N 46.528°E |
| Owner | Qiddiya |
| Operator | Qiddiya |
| Capacity | 46,979 |
| Construction | |
| Opened | 2029 (planned) |
| Architect | Populous |
Description
editConstruction on the stadium will begin in 2026.[1] Its opening will take place in 2029, when it will be used by Al-Hilal and Al-Nassr of the Saudi Pro League.[4]
The stadium will be atop the Tuwaiq Cliffs.[1] It will feature a retractable roof and the stadium will be climate controlled.[4]
See also
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References
edit- ^ a b c "Growing. Together. The Saudi Arabia FIFA World Cup™ 2034 Bid" (PDF).
- ^ "Saudi Arabia unveils stunning new Prince Mohammad bin Salman Stadium in Qiddiya". goal.com. Retrieved Jan 15, 2024.
- ^ "Populous unveils three-sided stadium overlooking cliffside in Saudi Arabia". Dezeen. 2024-01-19. Retrieved 2024-02-12.
- ^ a b "Prince Mohammed bin Salman Stadium". Populous. Retrieved 2024-08-04.
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