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We have some information for the venue and Germany's capital Berlin for today's start of European Championship 2024. Let's celebrate the beautiful game together, with safety as our top priority. 5 facts about Olympiastadion Berlin Historical Significance: Built for the 1936 Summer Olympics, it has a rich history and has hosted various significant events, including the 2006 FIFA World Cup final. Capacity: The stadium can hold up to 74,475 spectators, making it one of the largest stadiums in Germany. Architecture: Renowned for its classic and imposing architecture, featuring a monumental exterior and a distinctive roof structure added in the early 2000s. Home Teams: It serves as the home ground for Hertha BSC and also hosts major national and international sporting events and concerts. Renovations: Underwent significant renovations for the 2006 FIFA World Cup, including updates to seating, facilities, and accessibility. #Euro2024 #FootballSafety #Safeture #EnjoyTheGame #StaySafe #Riskline

//⚡ Shock Recommendation: Victoria Park Stadium Could Replace Gabba for 2032 Olympics after Review 🏟 In a ground-breaking recommendation, a 60-day 2032 Olympics review led by former Lord Mayor Graham Quirk proposes the construction of a state-of-the-art stadium at Victoria Park in inner-Brisbane, shunning the controversial Gabba rebuild plan. The envisioned “world class” stadium, estimated to cost between $3 billion and $3.4 billion, could accommodate up to 55,000 spectators, serving as the centrepiece for the 2032 Olympics and Paralympics. The comprehensive review also advocates for the development of a new indoor arena, costing approximately $2.5 billion, at Roma Street Parkland, adjacent to the Normanby fiveways area. This recommendation dismisses the suggestion by International Olympics Committee vice-president John Coates to utilize the Nathan site for athletics events, citing concerns over cost-effectiveness and legacy considerations. The 60-day Olympic Games’ venue review led by Graham Quirk has been delivered to the state government, comprising 90 findings and recommendations. After evaluating over 900 public submissions, inspecting 28 proposed venue sites, and engaging with 130 stakeholders, the review panel concluded that a new stadium at Victoria Park offers the optimal solution for the Games and the city. It is projected to meet international standards, replacing the aging Gabba while remaining within the allocated $7 billion budget set by state and federal authorities. #development #futurecities #construction #redevelopment #olympics #olympicgames #propertydevelopment #urbandesign #architecture #planning #infrastructureprojects #brisbane #brisbaneproperty https://lnkd.in/g7xYxKjQ

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// 🔥 Gabba Olympics Showdown: Coates Declares Current Project Doesn’t ‘Stack Up’ for 2032 Games In a surprising turn of events, Olympics powerbroker John Coates has advocated for the abandonment of the Gabba rebuild intended for the 2032 Games in Brisbane. The city is gearing up to host the Olympic Games in eight years, with various redevelopment projects in progress to prepare for this monumental sporting event. The entire masterplan for the Olympic and Paralympic Games is currently undergoing a 60-day review, led by former Brisbane lord mayor Graham Quirk. This review aims to assess the spending on infrastructure, considering the scope of the planned redevelopments. #brisbane #infrastructuredevelopment #queensland #construction #olympicgames #olympics #2032vision #labourparty #planning #architecture #townplanning #urbandesign #urbanrenewal #stadiums https://lnkd.in/gumvMrhm

"85% of the stadiums, venues and structures used in the Olympics are currently still in use"."How are they used, were they new structures and what happened to the 15% of venues that have fallen into disuse?"... #olympicgames #paralympics #paris2024 #2024parisolympics #sportandsociety #olympics24 https://lnkd.in/gEqvqhRg

The Lights of Allianz Arena! 🏟️ The beautiful lights of FC Bayern München’s home, the Allianz Arena, were actually a solution to a practical problem. Before shifting to their new home in 2005, Bayern used to play their home games at the Olympiastadion, which they also shared with TSV 1860 München. While planning, it was decided that the new stadium would be used by both clubs, which raised a unique challenge. How do you build a stadium with two different colour themes? To overcome this, the architects came up with an innovative solution. They covered the entire structure with inflated ETFE plastic panels, which could change colours, turning the stadium into a vibrant display of red and white for Bayern Munich matches, blue and white for TSV 1860 Munich, and even other colours for special events. However, facing bankruptcy in 2006, 1860 had to sell their 50% share to their rivals. Bayern eventually terminated 1860's rental agreement, taking complete ownership of the stadium in 2017. 📺Watch the video - https://lnkd.in/dhBAqFD7 #bayernmunich #bayern #bayerninnovativ #bundesliga #sportsjournalism #football #soccer #sportsindustry #sportsbusiness #sponsorship #sportsmarketing #footballnews #sportsnews #footballbusiness #sportsmanagement #1minfootball

🚨Stadium Industry Updates🚨 🔍 Dive in on: https://lnkd.in/ehT7b9vs Updates in a nutshell: Club Atlético de Madrid's €350M Ciudad del Deporte Project 🇪🇸: Atlético de Madrid is set to transform the area around Cívitas Metropolitano with its expansive Ciudad del Deporte project. Covering 265,000 square meters, this development includes a High Performance Centre, municipal sports facilities, and a commercial complex. The project will create over 3,500 jobs and is expected to be operational by the end of 2026. Manchester City Football Club's Etihad Stadium Expansion 🇬🇧: John Sisk & Son has confirmed its role in constructing the new North Stand at the Etihad Stadium. This £300 million project will add 7,900 seats to the upper tier and includes a hotel, workspace areas, and public realm space. Completion is targeted for the 2025/26 season, enhancing the stadium’s facilities while minimizing disruption for fans. Historic Turnout at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium 🏉: The Investec Champions Cup Final set a new attendance record at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium with 61,531 spectators. This event highlights the growing popularity of rugby in London, surpassing previous records held by soccer and NFL games at the venue. Budapest to Host 2026 Champions League Final 🇭🇺: UEFA has announced that Budapest's Puskás Arena Budapest will host the 2026 Champions League final. This marks the first time Hungary will stage Europe's premier club competition final. The stadium, with a capacity of 67,000, has previously hosted major events, including the 2023 Europa League final and Euro 2020 matches. #stadiumdevelopment #sportsevents #fanexperience #stadiumindustryupdates #SIU #essmanews

🏟️ The Brisbane Olympic Stadium Controversy Continues to Brew 👀 As Brisbane gears up for the Olympics, a $1.6 billion plan to build a new stadium is facing increasing backlash. 🗣️ Critics question the cost and feasibility, sparking a heated debate on the future of this major project. 💸🔍 Check out the latest on this Olympic stadium controversy in this article: https://hubs.ly/Q02v7vRl0 #BrisbaneOlympics #IndustryNews

Real Madrid's new retractable pitch!🆕⚽🏟️ Santiago Bernabeu, home to Real Madrid C.F., has always been marvelled at for its grandeur. Recently, the stadium underwent renovation, and the new version has some stunning new features. It now has a fully retractable pitch that can be pushed underneath the surface. This allows the club to rent out the stadium for concerts, basketball games, and more, which will bring in additional revenue worth several millions every single year. The pitch, when pushed underneath the surface, is well taken care of. The underground space has air conditioning, LED lights, and ultraviolet light therapy, among other facilities. The other upgrades as part of the renovation, which has cost almost a billion euros, include a rooftop and increasing the stadium’s capacity from 81,000 to 85,000. The Bernabeu is not the first football stadium to have a retractable pitch. The feature is available at the Tottenham Hotspur Football Club stadium as well. But in terms of size and sophistication, the new-look Santiago Bernabeu personifies Real Madrid’s reputation as the most successful club in Europe. 📺Watch the video - https://lnkd.in/gs6wuBjM #realmadrid #football #sportsindustry #sportsbusiness #sportsmanagement LALIGA

🏟️ EURO 2024: Germany’s Rhine-Ruhr Region Shows Potential for Single-Region Tournament Hosting 🌍 ⚽ Could a single region host the World Cup? With increasing concerns over travel distances impacting the environment and players' health, the solution might lie in smaller, more compact tournament locations. 🌆 Qatar aimed to be the most compact World Cup in 2022, but the extensive construction and "white elephant" stadiums left environmental concerns. London, Tokyo, and Buenos Aires are potential candidates, but Germany's Rhine-Ruhr region stands out in Europe. 🏟️ The Rhine-Ruhr region, part of North Rhine-Westphalia, boasts four host cities for Euro 2024: Cologne, Dusseldorf, Gelsenkirchen, and Dortmund. This area, home to several top Bundesliga clubs, could host more games, supported by stadiums like Mönchengladbach’s Borussia Park. Fans can base themselves in one city and use public transport to attend matches in nearby cities, although there were some transportation issues that need addressing. 🔄 Dortmund's Westfalenstadion, with its famous "Yellow Wall," and Gelsenkirchen's Veltins Arena are notable venues. However, limited accommodation and transport options in Gelsenkirchen meant many fans stayed in nearby Essen or in tourist-friendly Cologne and Dusseldorf. 🌍 By concentrating games in a small region, Germany has allowed fans to experience more of the tournament, beyond just their own country's matches. This model could offer a sustainable solution for future tournaments, provided transportation and accommodation logistics are improved. 📸: One of the key stadiums in Rhine-Ruhr region that host EURO 2024 matches - Westfalenstadion, Borussia Dortmund Stadium / UEFA #EURO2024 #RhineRuhr #SustainableHosting #Soccer #Germany #TournamentHosting #Football #SportsNews