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King Fahd Sports City Stadium Redevelopment

The King Fahd Sports City Stadium redevelopment transforms the tent-roofed 1987 national stadium in east Riyadh into a football-first venue of about 70,000 seats.

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~2026
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Broke ground December 2024, targeting 2026.

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Announced 2024 est.
Broke ground Dec 2024
Under construction 2026 est.
Expected opening 2026 est.
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About the project

The King Fahd Sports City Stadium redevelopment transforms the tent-roofed 1987 national stadium in east Riyadh into a football-first venue of about 70,000 seats. Populous's design removes the running track, digs a new lower tier roughly 10 metres into the ground to bring fans closer to the pitch, and adds a 36,000 square metre cable-net roof, while keeping the original East Stand and the western 'Hive'. A new park, academy and fan zone are planned around it, and it is the centrepiece venue of the AFC Asian Cup and a FIFA World Cup venue. Saudi Binladin Group is the contractor. This is a redevelopment of the existing stadium, replacing the old lower bowl and roof.

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Ministry of Sport
Architect
Populous
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Frequently asked

Where is King Fahd Sports City Stadium Redevelopment located?

King Fahd Sports City Stadium Redevelopment is located in Riyadh.

When will King Fahd Sports City Stadium Redevelopment be completed?

King Fahd Sports City Stadium Redevelopment is under construction, with completion expected in 2026 (a TMW estimate).

Who is developing King Fahd Sports City Stadium Redevelopment?

Ministry of Sport is the developer behind King Fahd Sports City Stadium Redevelopment.

Who designed King Fahd Sports City Stadium Redevelopment?

King Fahd Sports City Stadium Redevelopment was designed by Populous.